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Tuesday, 07 May 2019 17:12
Canarywood "Centrolobium spp"
Canarywood, is a uniquely colored hardwood, very much like the birds. While heartwood color can vary, the colors range from a pale yellow-orange to a…
Thursday, 25 April 2019 17:17
How the 4 P's of Marketing Fit into the Digital Age
Most of us are familiar with the 4 P’s of marketing, a tool which marketing strategists and others have used for years to promote their…
Tuesday, 23 April 2019 16:28
Some Thoughts on Ash
It has been no secret the impact that the Emerald Ash Borer has had on North American Ash forests. It is almost a regular occurrence…
Monday, 08 April 2019 20:22
Brazilian Cherry (Jatoba) "Hymenaea courbaril"
Brazilian Cherry (AKA Jatoba) is a tropical hardwood that primarially originates from Brazil and is known for its beautiful orange/red brown coloration that has made…
Monday, 08 April 2019 16:13
Moving Towards a Culture of Cybersecurity
If you think that hackers and other cyberthieves aren’t interested in your business, you could be making a crucial miscalculation about security in the digital…
Tuesday, 26 March 2019 13:36
Center Cut White Oak
If you have been in the hardwood lumber industry long enough there is no doubt you have heard about some of the more common sawing…
Tuesday, 19 March 2019 19:42
Buying Hardwoods In Times of Tight Supply
The hardwood lumber industry has always seen fluctuating changes in supply and demand, which is part of what makes this industry both challenging and exciting.…
Tuesday, 19 March 2019 19:42
A Few Tips for an Effective Reputation Management Plan
Do you have a good sense of how your business is perceived online? When your business emerges as a topic of conversation on Facebook or…
Tuesday, 12 March 2019 12:37
How to Show Gratitude to Your Loyal Customers
Some businesses still believe that providing quality products or services is sufficient to instill loyalty in customers. To some extent, this is true—you can’t offer…
Friday, 08 March 2019 14:31
Beautiful Bloodwood "Brosimum rubescens"
The Bloodwood (AKA Satine) of the past was a deep, dark gorgeous vibrant red color, it was truly a unique looking wood.
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Monday, 25 February 2019 20:49
Why Northern Red Oak?
Red Oak is one of the most widely used and abundant hardwoods in the eastern United States.
Thursday, 21 February 2019 19:37
Tips on Developing Your Leadership Team
Every organization values leadership, but how much planning and effort do they put into building the leaders of tomorrow?
Tuesday, 12 February 2019 20:18
Getting Employee Performance Evaluations Right
The process of evaluating an employee’s performance is changing. Many businesses recognize that current ways of assessing performance often undermine the desired outcome, rather than…
Friday, 08 February 2019 18:53
Taking a look at Aniegre "Aningeria spp"
Aniegre is a beautiful golden African hardwood specie that has its niche in the in the veneer, cabinetry, and high-end millwork industries. But can also…
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