Jennifer & Steve, Woodpreneur Podcast

In this episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, Jennifer Alger and Steve Larosiliere discuss the transition of hosting duties, new ventures in the wood industry, and collaborative efforts to build a sustainable lumber ecosystem in Northern California.

They explore the challenges and solutions in creating a cooperative network that benefits both sawyers and designers, emphasizing the importance of collaboration over competition.

The conversation highlights the potential for a regional lumber brand and the excitement surrounding their new project.

Takeaways

• The collaboration aims to create a regional lumber ecosystem in Northern California.
• They are leveraging technology to build a community of buyers and sellers.
• The project is supported by grant funds from the Watershed Research and Training Center.
• The focus is on creating a sustainable network for urban lumber.
• The initiative promotes collaboration over competition among small businesses.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Transition of Podcast Hosting

02:34 Collaboration and New Ventures in Urban Wood

05:26 Building a Regional Lumber Ecosystem

10:53 Challenges and Solutions in the Lumber Industry

17:54 Vision for a Sustainable Future

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