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Wood Industry Services

While Twyman Towery works with all types of organizations and industries, he has developed a particular interest and expertise in all aspects of the wood industry. This includes forestry associations, wood moulding associations, plywood companies, truss companies and associations, large wood corporations—in short, anything to do with the huge industry that embodies these products so vital to our nation.

Twyman has discovered a particular culture that is unique to those families involved in the world of forestry and wood. Often, these special people are not even aware of their uniqueness. Twyman finds people in the wood industry to be fun loving and, though they are very competitive, they have a special bond between each other and are always there to lend a helping hand.

Dr. Towery has spoken at numerous conferences and associations such as the Building Component Manufacturers Association, the Alabama Forestry Association, the Wood Moulding & Millwork Producers, the Southeastern Lumber Manufacturers, the Louisiana Forestry Association, Dixie Plywood and many others associated with the forestry, logging and wood related industries. Whatever the case, Twyman works with each individual group and customizes his presentations to incorporate current industry and company specific trends.

Contact us today to schedule Twyman Towery for your next board meeting, conference or management retreat.

Listed below are some of the special characteristics that differentiate this culture from others so often encountered.

Major Breakthroughs

The development of a strong sense of unity throughout the forest community
Establishment of sustainable forestry programs
Commitment by key forest industry groups to ensure healthy, productive, biologically rich forests for future generations
Commitment by loggers to apply superior management practices to their operations
Commitment by landowners to reforestation

What is the Forest Industry Culture?

Independent minded
Proud
Environmentally sensitive
Dedicated to conservation of resources for future generations
Strong respect for property rights
Strong family values
Though often competitors—members work together for common good
Fun-loving, outdoors enthusiasts

Major Obstacles to Overcome

Negative public attitude concerning forestry-particularly tree cutting
Often misguided media bias
Insensitivity on the part of some consumer groups, news media and elected officials to the Fifth Amendment guarantee of private property rights
Adoption of a successful sustainable forestry program means changing many ways of the past

Major Industry Trends

Public is more interested and involved in forestry—especially the cutting of trees
Increased consumer demand that forest products come from sustainable managed forests
Greater foreign competition
Trend of looking southward for more of nation's wood needs
Growing importance of the thousands of “Mom and Pop” forest landowners

Turning Change into Opportunity

Participate in grass roots movements to promote the positive aspects of forest management
Motivate employees to help promote the industry that provides their livelihood
Apply principles of sustainable forestry and demonstrate this philosophy to the world
Be willing to sacrifice individual preferences for the strength and unity of the industry

Testimonials

“With the Wisdom of Wolves, I would now like to offer you a few real kudos for your outstanding presentation at our recent Association meeting at the Hotel Del Coronado. The knowledge and wisdom you passed on to us last Friday morning will be with us for a long time and hopefully make us all better people.”

Robert Weiglen, Executive Vice President
Wood Moulding & Millwork Producers Association

“Thank you for the outstanding program you delivered during our annual convention. Your presentation was motivating, insightful, and most important, very appropriate for our members. I especially appreciated the way you worked with me to learn about the association and our members and to incorporate this into your presentation. This investment on your part enhanced your presentation and earned you our respect and admiration. Thank you for a job well done!”

C. A. Vandersteen, Executive Director
The Louisiana Forestry Association

“Thanks very much for your participation in our recent management retreat. As you know, this was our first joint retreat and your presentation was really on the mark. Executives from both companies were very complimentary about the program, especially your discussion of the Abilene Paradox.”

Ronald T. Monford, President
Canusa Corporation

“I want to thank you for the excellent presentation you made at our 30th annual meeting. We have heard nothing but great comments about your presentation.”

Ed. C. Cone, Jr., Executive Vice President
Southeastern Lumber Manufacturers Association, Inc.

“Thank you again for the informative presentation you provided to our employees at our recent state meeting. The topic of The Predictable Organizational Cycles that you presented was especially beneficial and will definitely equip us for the challenges that are still ahead of us as federal employees. The feedback I have had since your presentation from fellow employees has been great.”

Joe D. McMillion, Community Facilities Specialist
United States Department of Agriculture

“I wanted to thank you for the great job you did in Ashville. Our county presidents said it was obvious you had taken the time to learn about our organization and the issues we are facing.”

Mike Tidwell, Director
Department of Organization
Alabama Farmers Federation

“All of us enjoyed working with you and your presentation certainly played a key part in this being one of our very best meetings. It was also a pleasure to get to know you and our members certainly appreciated the time you devoted to participating in our other functions. In my experience that alone makes you unique as a speaker. Your fascinating analogy of the wolf pack blended perfectly with our organization and our meeting. You can count on us to recommend you to other forestry organizations.”

John McMillan
Alabama Forestry Association

“Your comments about organizations and family values were deeply appreciated by all of our members. Your message delivered to our members many inspirational thoughts that they can take back to their homes and businesses to not only improve the way that they perceive themselves, but also improve the outlook they have for the logging profession.”

Danny Dructor, Executive Vice President
American Loggers Council

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