Business Membership

We want to help your business be successful

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Encourage the sales of PA
value-added forest products

Promote your job openings
to the community

Help you connect with other local industry professionals

We’re working to provide you with a better future

We know part of your business being successful is having quality employees who are well-prepared for the job. One of our main priorities is to create partnerships with schools to enhance their curriculum and create interest in lumber and wood products companies. Through education and partnerships, KWPA improve(s) the available workforce with increased skills relevant to the needs of members and industry in the region. By joining KWPA, we can continue to help create quality employees so can thrive.

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Why we care so much about our industry

Pennsylvania is #1 in hardwood growing stock. #1 in production of hardwood lumber. #1 in wood product exports.

60,000

Pennsylvanians (and growing) contribute to the state's Forest Products Industry Employment, representing over 10% of PA's manufacturing workforce.

2,000

Business establishments (and growing) across all 67 counties

39

Billion direct economic impact

16.6

Million acres – almost 60% of PA. PA’s forests are growing at 2-3 times the rate we harvest them. Sustainable harvesting creates healthy forests, improves carbon capture and offers improved wildlife habitat.

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