October 08, 2024
Meet Our Members: Hannah Swanson

Inspired by her father’s successful sales career in the paint industry, Hannah Swanson entered the lumber industry with a goal of following in his footsteps and building her own successful business portfolio. After three years in Hampton Lumber's cedar department, she transitioned into the sales trainee program and hasn’t looked back. In this member spotlight learn how NAWLA has shaped her journey, explore her background—including her amateur golf career— and her perspective on how the industry has evolved since she started in 2021.

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September 30, 2024
Meet Our Members: Scott Gascho

Scott Gascho began his career in the wholesale lumber industry over 25 years ago, getting his start the old-fashioned way at Stimson Lumber through a blind ad in the newspaper. Today, he serves as the Vice President of Sales at Hampton Lumber. Get to know Scott, including what motivates him to continue a career path in wholesale lumber, how he has seen the industry change over the years, and his best advice for new NAWLA members, in this member spotlight.

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September 19, 2024
Meet Our Members: Owen Thompson

With diverse experience as a truss builder, forklift operator, and yard supervisor, Owen Thompson now thrives on the purchasing team at Weston Forest Products, embracing every opportunity to learn and grow. In this member spotlight, discover Owen’s journey into the lumber industry, his favorite NAWLA experiences, and what keeps him motivated.

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August 15, 2024
Meet Our Members: Ryan Gatiss

Since starting in the lumber industry with Weston Forest Products, a year and a half ago, Ryan Gatiss has forged valuable connections through attending NAWLA events like Wood Basics and Traders Market, and by participating in 10 Groups. In this member spotlight, learn about Ryan’s background, how shared goals can drive success and his best advice for new NAWLA members. 

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August 13, 2024
Meet Our Members: Katherine Pederson

After five years in the glass industry, Katherine Pederson transitioned to a career in the lumber industry at Allweather Woods, where she discovered her true calling. In this member spotlight, learn about Katherine's journey into the industry, the changes she's witnessed over the years, and the most valuable benefits of being a NAWLA member.

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July 30, 2024
Meet Our Members: Kelsey Kennedy

Having grown up immersed in the lumber industry, Kelsey Kennedy, Vice President of Operations at Gates Milling, Inc., is excited to carry forward her family’s legacy through the family business. In this member spotlight, learn about Kelsey’s background, what drives her, and how she has seen the industry change.

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July 11, 2024
Meet Our Members: Alex Staalner

Alex Staalner has been closely connected to the lumber industry throughout his life, but he never anticipated pursuing a career within it. A conversation with one of his father's old colleagues sparked an interest, and Alex decided to start a career in the industry, where he has been with Brookhuis America Inc. since. In this member spotlight, learn about how Alex got his start in the industry, how he has seen the industry change over the years, and his favorite NAWLA moment.

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