Through slides, videos, drawings, materials, and samples, Wall Goldfinger owner John Wall will explain the collaborative furniture design process that Wall Goldfinger facilitates with many of the largest architectural firms in the US. At their Vermont factory, Wall Goldfinger integrates the latest communication technology into furniture created with fine hardwood veneer, marble/granite, steel, and glass. Clients include the White House, the New York Stock Exchange, the United Nations, most of the largest law firms on the East Coast, and many of the Fortune 500. John will talk about WG’s efforts with green manufacturing, Open Book management, and current implementation of Lean Production and communication techniques.