Italian federation of wood, cork, furniture, lighting, and furnishing industries, FederlegnoArredo has joined the National Kitchen & Bath Association’s (NKBA) Global Connect program.

The NKBA Global Connect program aims to connect kitchen and bathroom industries worldwide, providing a platform to discuss global business opportunities.

As a Global Connect Strategic Alliance Partner, FederlegnoArredo will be able to share information and insight to its members.

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It will be able to visit trade show KBIS, and gain exposure to designers, influencers, brands and distributors in the North American market.

FederlengnoArrendo members of wood-based panel and semi-finished product group Assobagno, as well as kitchen group Assarredo, will work with NKBA exchanging know-how and networking opportunities.

Established since 1945, FederlegnoArredo has acted as an ambassador for Italian living, around the world, and supported the development of its members in Italian and European institutions.

The Italian wood furniture sector includes around 66,500 companies and 300,000 employees, with revenue of €52.7 billion with 38% or €20 billion from exports.

The U.S. is the third largest export market for the sector and according to FederlegnoArredo Market Research Centre, its members saw a 5.2%  increase in exports to reach €663.6 million.

“Global Connect facilitates understanding and discussion around conducting business in our industry internationally, and we are thrilled to have FederlegnoArredo join us as a Strategic Alliance Partner,” said Bill Darcy, global president and CEO of NKBA.

He continued: “An association of this magnitude is testament to the success and expanding influence of our program around the world, and shows that together, we can help the international industry reach new clients and broaden the scope of business worldwide.

“We look forward to a vibrant exchange of ideas for a long time to come.”