Patrick Molzahn, originally trained as an architect, discovered his love for building while spending his college summers working as a carpenter. After college, he started a business specializing in architectural millwork and custom furniture. Since 2000, Patrick has been director of the Cabinetmaking & Millwork Program at Madison Area Technical College. He is a founding board member of the Woodwork Career Alliance of North America, and currently serves as Vice-President of WoodLINKS USA. In 2008, Patrick received the distinguished WMIA “Educator of the Year” award. His writings have appeared in numerous publications, including Woodshop News, Fine Homebuilding, and Wood Digest.