Timber Industry Leaders to Discuss Douglas County’s Future at Roseburg Forum
Douglas County timber industry leaders will discuss workforce needs, innovation, and the industry’s future at the Roseburg Chamber’s Oct. 19 forum. The event runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Douglas County Fairgrounds.
ROSEBURG, Ore. - Workforce needs, innovation, and the future of Douglas County’s timber industry will be the focus of a Roseburg Area Chamber of Commerce forum Monday, Oct. 19.
The event, titled “From Forest to Future: A Conversation with Douglas County’s Timber Industry Leaders,” will run from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Douglas County Fairgrounds Complex, 2110 SW Frear St.
Panelists will include Chris Swanson of Swanson Group, Jodi Westbrooks of DR Johnson Lumber, and Dan Semsak of Murphy Group in Sutherlin. Matt Hill of Douglas County Timber Operators will moderate the discussion.
Held in recognition of National Forest Products Month, the forum will examine timber and forest products’ role in the local economy. Speakers are expected to discuss the challenges facing their industry, opportunities for growth, workforce development, and how innovation could shape its future.
The gathering is part of the Chamber’s Roseburg Forum series, a monthly business luncheon that brings together business owners, community partners, elected officials, and local professionals to discuss issues affecting Roseburg and Douglas County.
Registration is available through the Chamber’s event listing. For more information, contact the Chamber at 541-672-2648 or roseburg@roseburgchamber.com.
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