Joel Epstein, CEO of Fabuwood, has been named a 2025 Market Leader by Woodworking Network. This honor celebrates executives who are shaping the future of the woodworking and cabinetry industry.
Leadership Built on Resilience
Joel’s story of leadership isn’t built on fast wins but consistent and steady improvement. As he reflects, "We built in the middle of a recession, not on momentum but on resilience. Our foundation wasn’t laid on success, but on figuring things out in the hardest moments.”
That mindset has shaped both Joel’s approach and Fabuwood’s DNA; a leadership style grounded in principle and perseverance. It’s the kind of integrity that can’t be manufactured.
Pushing Progress
Joel’s mission is for all employees to improve both personally and professionally. This belief is embodied in the inFocus movement, which promotes success restoration of work-life balance for employees, by limiting technology usage in the workplace and eliminating work at home, empowering employees to be more present, focused, and fulfilled.
Joel has also led significant company advancements, including the acquisition of Plain & Fancy, expanding Fabuwood’s reach.
Redefining What Forward Means
Under Joel’s direction, Fabuwood continues to push boundaries and evolve the art of cabinetmaking. His vision blends innovation with accountability, setting new standards not just for craftsmanship but for what leadership itself can look like in this industry.
Joel doesn’t just move the business forward; he steps to the front, plants the flag, and redefines what forward means.
Recognizing Industry Excellence
We’re proud to see Joel recognized alongside an exceptional group of industry innovators, including Todd Wanek of Ashley Furniture Industries, Andy and Jonathan Rosenband of Morgan Li, Randy Tallman of The Stow Company, Kristine Cox of Rowland Woodworking Inc., and Brian Dougherty of ClosetMaid PRO Building Division, each driving the woodworking industry forward in their own remarkable way.
Read the Full Feature
To explore the full story of Joel’s recognition and the other 2025 Market Leaders, read the feature on Woodworking Network: Read the article here
