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National Woods Board recommits to closing the skills gap, re-elects five founding visionaries

 January 20, 2026

NWB has re-elected five founding directors to new three-year terms impacting the future of woodworking education and the skilled labor shortage.

Bobby Miller joins National Woods Board to shape the future of woodworking education in North America

 September 19, 2025

Bobby Miller, a high school woodshop teacher, is appointed to the National Woods Board to enhance woodworking education and connect skilled workers with employers.

Sam Beauford recognized as 2025 School of Distinction by ACCSC

 July 29, 2025

SBWI in Adrian, Michigan, receives the 2025 ACCSC School of Distinction honor for excellence in woodworking education and student success.

AWFS brings the spotlight on NWB to change the woodworking education

 July 14, 2025

The National Woods Board (NWB) is transforming woodworking education at the AWFS Fair to connect with industry leaders to enhance workforce solutions.

WMS 2025 prepares for an innovative wood products manufacturing showcase

 June 25, 2025

The WMS 2025 will feature significant participation from the WMC, a non-profit organization supporting Canada’s advanced wood products manufacturing sector.

WCA Workshop at AWFS Fair to tackle woodworking skills gap with in-house training

 June 23, 2025

The Woodwork Career Alliance of North America (WCA) hosts a workshop at the AWFS Fair in Las Vegas, offering solutions to the woodworking skills gap with in-house training programs.

NWB secures major funding support to address woodworking industry workforce challenges

 June 23, 2025

The National Woods Board (NWB) receives over $65,000 in donations to tackle workforce challenges in the American woodworking industry, with support from leading partners.

Oakwood Veneer teams up with Michigan High School Woodshop

 June 17, 2025

Oakwood Veneer partners with Chris Benedetto, CTE Woodshop Teacher, to enhance woodworking education, sharing knowledge on veneer techniques and promoting career readiness.

WIA Honors Next Step of West Michigan as 2025 Wooden Globe Educator of the Year

 May 16, 2025

The Wood Industry Association (WIA) named Next Step of West Michigan the 2025 Wooden Globe Educator of the Year for its innovative woodworking training programs.

AWFS® announces expert committee for 2025 Fresh Wood Student Competition

 February 4, 2025

The 2025 Fresh Wood Student Competition committee has been announced by AWFS®, featuring top industry professionals dedicated to mentoring the next generation of woodworking talent. The event will be held during the AWFS®Fair (July 22-25, 2025) in Las Vegas.


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