What can AWFS® offer you and your company?
National Trade Show
The AWFS®Fair, held every odd-numbered year in Las Vegas, is one of the largest trade shows for the woodworking industry, and offers a strong educational program and networking opportunities as well as the opportunity to see first-hand hundreds of industry machinery and supply companies and their customers.
Presence at National and International Trade Shows
In addition to the AWFS®Fair, AWFS exhibits at other industry shows including IWF, Ligna and Interzum.
Association Allies
Industry Education
AWFS® has a strong commitment to industry education which is visible through such programs as the College of Woodworking Knowledge (CWWK) Seminar Program of the AWFS Fair, the educational database website WoodIndustryEd.org and the Fresh Wood student woodworking competition. Learn more about AWFS Education Programs.
Professional PR and Media support
AWFS® sends 4 – 6 press releases per quarter, along with advertising in trade magazines.
Public Policy Support
AWFS® advocates actively for issues that affect the woodworking industry in California and at the national level. Learn more about AWFS Public Policy.
Sequoia New Product Awards
Your company has the opportunity for recognition through the Sequoia New Product Awards at the AWFS®Fair, presented to companies for innovative new and green products.
Young Furniture Associates (YFA)
AWFS®‘s local chapter YFA offers networking and educational opportunities to Southern California industry professionals including golf tournaments, softball and bowling events, a fund-raising silent auction and dinner and plant and school tours. Learn more about the Young Furniture Associates.
Industry Networking Opportunities
Events such as the AWFS®Fair and the annual Woodworking Industry Conference (WIC) are great ways to meet and mingle with other industry professionals. Check out the AWFS Events page for upcoming events.
Member Benefits
In addition to the benefits from the above mentioned AWFS® activities, your company would also profit from an AWFS membership through valuable member savings and discount programs. Click here to learn about the benefits that your company receives as an AWFS member.
