What's Happening?
The Engineered Wood Association (APA) has appointed Tony Hamill, Chief Operating Officer of LP, and Chris Evans, President of Timberlab, to its Board of Trustees. Tony Hamill, who joined LP in 2013, has been instrumental in overseeing the company's North
American manufacturing operations, which include 18 facilities and over 3,000 employees. He has led significant capacity expansion initiatives, including strategic mill conversions and the growth of LP's ExpertFinish operations. Chris Evans has been leading Timberlab's growth since 2017, expanding its mass timber division and overseeing more than 80 complex projects, including a terminal expansion at Portland International Airport. The appointments aim to strengthen APA's role as a technical partner to its members and the broader building community.
Why It's Important?
The appointment of Tony Hamill and Chris Evans to the APA Board of Trustees is significant for the engineered wood industry, as both bring extensive engineering expertise and leadership experience. Their involvement is expected to enhance APA's technical initiatives and support the industry's growth. This move could lead to more innovative solutions and improvements in manufacturing processes, benefiting the construction and building sectors. The expansion of mass timber projects, as led by Evans, highlights a growing trend towards sustainable building practices, which could influence future industry standards and regulations.
