Association executives have a similar responsibility to members of Congress (although hopefully our opinion ratings are higher!); we have to both help lead based on
The award-winning podcast Words on Wood is returning for its fourth season. This season delves even deeper into the world of wood, featuring unexpected and
Years ago, compliance with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) was limited to a relatively small number
In challenging markets, effective promotion and communication is more vital than ever. The long-term strategy employed by the American Hardwood Export Council encompasses a diversified
In 2022, U.S. softwood lumber exports to Mexico reached an all-time high, totaling $282 million, and nearly double 2020 sales figures. Mexico is now the
The seven-story structure, commissioned by commercial real estate firm The Office Group (TOG), lays out a roadmap for the office environment of today. In fact,
If there are two constant refrains IWPA hears from the industry, it’s about increases in delays they are experiencing at our ports of entry and
The American Hardwood Export Council has taken on a critical study to evaluate the impact of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) on the U.S. hardwood
As many readers of Import/Export Wood Purchasing News will recall, our mission at the International Wood Products Association is “to build acceptance and demand in
Over the past several months, I have spoken with many of you in the hardwood industry and have found that there is an overwhelming understanding
IWPA recently held its annual convention where historically, the Executive Director gives a speech on the state of the association. As I prepped my speech,
Natural Connections was presented at Matadero Madrid as part of Madrid Design Festival 2023 With the aim of connecting material and people in a personal,
In December 2019, I presented an update on the U.S. lumber market at a Japan Lumber Importers Association meeting as part of an SEC’s annual
I was chatting with another association colleague the other day about long term challenges for the wood industry and he summarized one of the biggest
USDA Forest Service Announces $20.5 Million In Grants To Protect Water, Increase Wood Processing Capacity The USDA Forest Service, in Washington, DC, announced toward the
By Ashley Amidon, Executive Director, International Wood Products Association A new year is always a popular time to make a resolution – start a new
Decorative Hardwoods Association and Hardwood plywood made news in Washington recently as The Washington Post reported on Russian Birch imports by way of China and
During the NHLA Annual Convention this September in Cleveland, Ohio, AHEC presented details of on-going work to develop Sustainable Hardwood Certification (SHC) as a cost-effective
As Thailand’s capital, largest city, and economic and cultural hub, Bangkok is the standout choice for AHEC 25th Southeast Asia and Greater China Convention. On
The U.S. Dept. of Commerce recently ruled that certain hardwood plywood products and veneered panels imported from Vietnam are actually sourced from China, circumventing antidumping
Born in 1931, Hans Bølling has had a trailblazing career in architecture and design that began in the 1950s. Bølling led the way in establishing
