Forging Change in Lumber: Across the Yard with Kaitlyn and Lauren Chimko, Dakeryn S04EP12

Long known as a male-dominated field, the lumber industry is undergoing meaningful change — but what does that transformation actually look like? Who is leading it, and how? In this week’s episode of Across the Yard, Liz Kovach sits down with Kaitlyn and Lauren Chimko, Lumber Traders, Partners at Dakeryn Industries, and recipients of the Women of Influence Award at the 135 Forge & Form Gala. Together, they share their journey into the industry through their family roots, what life as a lumber trader really looks like, and how WOLF (Women of Lumber and Forestry) was founded to create stronger representation, connection, and opportunity for women in lumber. This conversation offers an insightful, behind-the-scenes look at the lumber side of the industry and the women helping shape its future. Enjoy the show! Links: Supply-Build Canada: https://supplybuild.ca/ Kaitlyn Chimko: linkedin.com/in/kaitlyn-chimko-17674a12 Lauren Chimko: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenchimko/ Dakeryn Industries: https://dakeryn.com/ Sponsor info: This episode of Across the Yard is brought to you by Brandt. Whatever you need to succeed, Brandt delivers. Let us do the heavy lifting. Learn more at brandt.ca Also brought to you by HiLine Treated Wood by West Fraser. Elevate inventory, elevate sales. Learn more at hilinetreated.com