Meet the Champions: IWF 2026 Challengers Award Winners

IWF Atlanta

IWF West

About

What Is IWF Atlanta?

Learn why IWF is where the woodworking business does business.

IWF Education Conference

Attend diverse programs highlighting the latest woodworking trends.

IWF Night At The Tabernacle

Don't miss the official show party.

2026 Show Schedule

All the dates and times for this year's show, registration, and conference.

IWF Design

Get inspired by innovative designs at IWF.

Challengers Award Competition

2024 Winners →
All Past Winners →

2026 Floor Plans

Browse hundreds of exhibitors across four exhibit halls.

On-Site Registration & Badge Pick-Up

Learn more about early and on-site registration & badge pick-up locations

Mass Timber & PreFab Showcase

A new showcase of the latest Mass Timber technologies and products.

Design Emphasis Student Competition

2024 Winners →Past Winners Spotlight →

2026 Exhibitors

Explore the companies exhibiting this year.

FAQs

Find answers to our most frequently asked questions.
Attend

Why Attend?

Top products from top-tier manufacturers.

On-Site Registration & Badge Pick-Up

Learn more about on-site registration and badge pick-up locations

Where to Stay

Find great hotels at great prices in our Official Hotel Block.

WIA Machinery Distributors

Contact machinery distributors who attended our last show.

Attending IWF 2026

Show preview, floorplans, exhibitor listings, events and more.

2026 Floorplans

Browse hundreds of exhibitors across 4 exhibit halls.

Travel, Transportation & Parking

Plan your trip and pre-purchase parking.

IWF Industry Partners

Our exclusive program for industry associations.

Register to Attend

Advanced Discount Early Registration ends July 31.

International Attendees & Visa Info

Visa information, applications and tips.

My IWF Show Planner

Optimize your experience at IWF with our show planner tool.

Get Show Updates

Sign up for the IWF show emails and IWF Network News
Exhibit

Why Exhibit?

More buyers from more places bring more buying power to IWF.

2026 Exhibitor Floor Plans

Explore the show floor and see which booth space is available.

Marketing Opportunities

Sponsorships & Branding → Performance Marketing Packages →

Challengers Award Competition

Gain industry acclaim for your company's latest innovations.

Cost to Exhibit

IWF is where you and your brand finds real value in doing business.

Exhibitor Resource Center

Access all of the services and information related to exhibiting at IWF. Login to your ERC →

International Exhibitors & Visa Info

Find visa information, application and tips.

Join IWF Industry Partners Alliance

Partner with IWF and get access to exclusive benefits and discounts.

Book Your Space

Enter your existing Booking Code or submit your booth application to reserve your space.

Prepare for IWF 2026

Exhibitor Badges, Registration & Housing →

Qualified Distributor Program

Qualified Distributor Registration →

Request Info about Exhibiting

Grow your business at the premier global woodworking trade show.
Education

IWF Education Conference

Practical learning and development opportunities.

Business Management Sessions

For management and production personnel, consultants, distributors and more.

Exhibitor EDU Sessions

Gain new insights from the show's exhibitors.

Manufacturing and Design Sessions

Learn more about manufacturing processes and the cabinetry, millwork, retail and furniture industry.

Full Session Overview

See a full list of the conference programs displayed by date, time and track.

Marketing and Business Development Sessions

Of interest to management and sales personnel, trade association staff and consultants.

Mass Timber and Prefab Sessions

For architects, designers, investors, developers and anyone interested in sustainability and innovation.

Mini-Symposia

Explore longer, in-depth programs on a variety of industry topics.

New Business Sector Sessions

Learn about emerging sectors such as inkjet and 3D printing, digitally produced surfaces and high-end concrete.

Wood Industry Innovation Tours

Gain hands-on knowledge with a guided tour of the IWF trade show.

Workforce Maintenance and Organizational Culture Sessions

Improve leadership skills, training and company culture.
News

IWF Network News

Stay on top of the latest trends and news in the woodworking industry.

IWF Industry Insider

Get industry insights from furniture maker Ethan Abramson in his videos.

IWF News Makers

News from IWF exhibitors driving the industry forward.

The Show

The IWF show's greatest hits, highlighting exhibitor features and show events.

IWF in the News

Press Info & Materials

Information for the media corps reporting on woodworking industry news.

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get IWF Network News sent to your inbox twice a month.

IWF Media Kit

Find IWF Logos for use in your show promotions.

IWF West

Exhibitor Key Facts →Attendee Key Facts →

IWF announced seven winners in the 2026 Challengers Distinguished Achievement Award competition on Opening Day, Tuesday, August 25.

IWF in the News

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