WOOD DYNAMICS - Key Persons


Adam Fink

Adam joined Wood Dynamics in 2013 and is a vital part of our trade show team. We wish to thank him for his knowledge and support in the knife world. His enthusiasm as a knife craftsman is contagious and has been a lifelong obsession for him.

Beth Dunlap

Finally, after 31 years of service to her full time corporate job, Beth finally made the decision to work with Mel at Wood Dynamics, to make it a true family owned and operated business. She believes in the team enough to give up her security, and to become the new Shop Coordinator. She brings 31 years of production experience to our business. With Beth aboard, we will now have the ability to stay on top of production better than before. Thank you for believing in us, and welcome to your new home!

Dale "Pap" Johnson

Job Titles:
  • Retired
Dale was the "cook", and the go to guy for anything. He is enjoying the retired life!

Greg "Tiny" Johnson

Job Titles:
  • Trade
Greg has brought to the table marketing and finishing experience. Greg has spent most of his time in grinding and finishing metals. His finishing knowledge has brought new life to our products. His marketing and engineering mind takes no back seat to anyone or anything. He is taking us to a new level with ideas and strategies. In just a short time we have seen success levels that have peeked many interests. Being in charge of marketing, design and sales, he has his work cut out for him, but with no doubt, he will succeed.

Mel Dunlap

Job Titles:
  • Owner
I am the chief with many feathers in my cap. I do what it takes to keep all customers happy, and to keep them returning. I am in touch with the rest of the team members constantly to make sure "all is well" and to provide the team with what is needed to progress; Not only for the orders, but to keep the business growing to serve our customers better, longer and faster. I am one of the "hands on" in finding the best woods possible, and sometimes I am allowed in the "kitchen". This is where is all happens. The dyeing and stabilizing process. I do appreciate your patronage, and hope to hear from everyone personally - contact me anytime. I am here for not only for the big hitters, but for the individual turners needs too.

Wesley Dunlap

Wesley "Tank" Dunlap, the son of Mel and Beth, brings youth and rejuvenation to our team. Wesley is our football lineman, and is the back up to all positions in the shop. When the wood hits the fan, he steps in to help get it all done. Be careful though, his kindness and smile is contagious. Hold that line and keep those tanks filled.