Challenges of Technology in the Small Workplace

May 13, 2015


Glenn will give a brief history of the “Wood Components & Technologies” manufacturing facility located in the Cedar Falls Industrial Park.   He will talk about the transition from an old machine style manufacturing process to the multi-operational machining centers of today and how a small manufacturing company is balancing competitiveness with technology affordability.  He will share his insights and experiences at both a large corporation and at a small business.

7:15 PM
Gary Dorhout

Against The Grain

Clarion Inn

5826 University Ave.

Cedar Falls 50613



Glenn Davison, President & CEO of Wod Components & Technologies

lenn Davison is President & CEO of “Wood Components & Technologies”.   He has been an owner for nearly 24 years and majority owner for the last ten years.  Prior to that he was employed with Carnation Company/Nestle for 16-1/2 years at three different manufacturing locations working up from Production Supervisor to eventual Plant Manager at two locations.  He is also a U.S. Navy veteran and officer serving during the Vietnam era.


6:00 PM

6:30 PM

Italian Stuffed Chicken Breast with a Basil Cream Sauce