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Department Spotlight: Meet the Southern Yellow Pine Traders

In addition to trading plywood, cedar, and other major commodities, AIFP covers specialty building materials. One of those products is Southern Yellow Pine and our commodity traders who specialize in it are the focus of this installment of the AIFP Department Spotlight series. Read on to learn about…

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Southern Yellow Pine Facts, Grades, Uses & Industry Insights

Nov 04, 2019

For over fifty years, American International Forest Products has been trading a variety of lumber and other industrial p… Learn More
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How to Become a Commodity Trader

Sep 23, 2019

With over 50 years of experience trading lumber, panels, steel, and industrial supplies, AIFP knows what it takes to bec… Learn More
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A Look at Our 2019 Gold Traders Trip

Aug 23, 2019

At AIFP, we work hard to cultivate a “work hard, play hard” company culture that recognizes and celebrates hard work, pr… Learn More
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Why AIFP Fosters a Community of Mentorship for Rookie Traders

Jul 22, 2019

Mentorship is about more than just training new employees, it’s about creating a company culture of engagement. Here at … Learn More
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Cedar Wood Facts, Grades, Uses & Industry Insights

Jul 15, 2019

At American International Forest Products, we trade a variety of wood and other industrial products for construction and… Learn More
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Work Hard, Play Hard: A Sneak Peek at AIFP’s Summer Plans

Jun 28, 2019

Summer is here and it’s pretty hard to beat the awe-inspiring beauty and great weather of Portland summers. At AIFP, fun… Learn More
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What the Most Successful Commodity Traders Do Every Day

May 28, 2019

At American International Forest Products, we understand what it takes to be a successful commodity trader. While nothin… Learn More
AIFP Hits the Trade Show Circuit: Our Four Favorite Events

Apr 25, 2019

Throughout the year, AIFP attends a number of industry events and trade shows, which allow our traders to meet with curr… Learn More
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Career Fair Tips: What to Ask at a Career Fair?

Apr 05, 2019

Wondering how to prepare for your next career fair? At AIFP, we travel to career fairs across Oregon searching for poten… Learn More
5 Essential Sales Tips for Commodities Traders

Mar 04, 2019

Being a successful commodities trader doesn’t always come easy, but these sales tips from AIFP President John Vranizan c… Learn More
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