Denny Sanders joins us to discuss kiln drying 101. He is a fantastic guest and even tolerates elementary questions (about socks, IYKYK). Take a listen and learn something! 
Kiln Drying Presentation made by DS here: 
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1rYRZ_ZwEB7Bzg1BrGpbtQb6JbBj3qxYx/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=114944037010997502837&rtpof=true&sd=true

Questions? Comments? Email us at lumberslingers@gmail.com. 

All thoughts and opinions are our own and not those of our employer.

11: Kiln Drying

This episode is a great conversation with Bob Fabian the General Manager of Weekes Forest Products. Bob has tremendous experience in Engineered Wood Products, but more importantly, managing people and culture. Recording in person (yay!) at Northwestern University for the NAWLA Executive Management Institute, we talk about what we learned and tactics to apply it to our current roles. 
Questions or Comments? Email us at lumberslingers@gmail.com All thoughts and opinions are our own and not those of our employer.

13: Weekes Forest Products - Bob Fabian

Natalie and Chelsea discuss Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) on today's episode. M&A is everywhere and seems to be even more prevalent in the Lumber Industry. This episode breaks down commonly used terms, shares interesting facts and touches the surface of Company valuations.
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For more information on NAWLA's Executive Management Institute: https://nawla.org/Events/Executive-Management-Institute

31: Mergers & Acquisitions 101

We're officially back and ready for 2025! In this exciting first episode of our podcast’s new chapter, we’re thrilled to welcome back Nick Smith from AFRC and Healthy Forests, Healthy Communities. Nick last joined us pre-election, and oh, how things have changed! Now, with a new administration taking shape, Nick provides expert insights into the shifting landscape of public lands management, the wood products industry, and the opportunities that lie ahead.

Dive into an in-depth conversation covering the fast-moving political transitions, the future of federal forest management, and how responsible timber production plays a pivotal role in addressing climate change, wildfires, and rural economies.

Learn why this administration is wasting no time in setting its agenda and how these changes might transform our forests and communities. Plus, Nick shares his thoughts on breaking down red tape, empowering public lands managers, and ensuring forests stay green for generations to come.

Don’t miss this illuminating discussion—and be sure to check out Nick’s own podcast and the invaluable resources at HealthyForests.org! 🌲

All thoughts and opinions are our own and do not represent those of our employers, or anyone mentioned in this podcast. Questions of Comments? lumberslingers@gmail.com 


47: What the New Administration Means for our Forests

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47: What the New Administration Means for our Forests

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