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More Than 1,000 Travel To Indy To Celebrate IHLA

More Than 1,000 Travel To Indy To Celebrate IHLA Approximately 1,200 attendees converged on the J.W. Marriott in Indianapolis, IN, recently for the annual convention and exposition hosted by the Indiana Hardwood Lumbermen’s Association (IHLA). The Welcome Reception kicked off the event on the first night, followed by multiple speakers on day two. The Tree […]

2026 Builders’ Show Spotlights Innovation, Demand For Home Building

2026 Builders’ Show Spotlights Innovation, Demand For Home Building Article courtesy of NAHB Nearly 75,000 registrants recently filled the exhibit halls of the Orange County Convention Center as the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) hosted the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), the largest annual light construction show in the world. IBS and the Kitchen […]

Fellowship Of Christian Lumbermen Host TPUSA Speaker

Fellowship Of Christian Lumbermen Host TPUSA Speaker The Fellowship of Christian Lumbermen (FCL) recently met in conjunction with the Indiana Hardwood Lumbermen’s Association Convention in Indianapolis, IN. They learned that Christian students are having an impact on college and high school campuses around the country. More than 70 FCL attendees heard a report from Rachel […]

AWMA Reports Robust Log Competitions, Focuses On Domestic Markets

AWMA Reports Robust Log Competitions, Focuses On Domestic Markets The American Walnut Manufacturers Association (AWMA) met at the recent IHLA Convention to conduct one of their bi-annual membership meetings.  Members reported robust competition for logs both for domestic and international consumption.  AWMA is focusing on new domestic marketing strategies to increase opportunities in the United […]

More Than 1,000 Travel To Indy To Celebrate IHLA

More Than 1,000 Travel To Indy To Celebrate IHLA Approximately 1,200 attendees converged on the J.W. Marriott in Indianapolis, IN, recently for the annual convention and exposition hosted by the Indiana Hardwood Lumbermen’s Association (IHLA). During the IHLA event, Michael Snow, executive director of the American Hardwood Export Council, provided a presentation entitled Untitled Territory: […]

2026 Builders’ Show Spotlights Innovation, Demand For Home Building

2026 Builders’ Show Spotlights Innovation, Demand For Home Building Nearly 75,000 registrants recently filled the exhibit halls of the Orange County Convention Center as the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) hosted the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), the largest annual light construction show in the world. IBS and the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show […]

Integration, Discipline And Stewardship Drive Thompson Appalachian Hardwoods

Integration, Discipline And Stewardship Drive Thompson Appalachian Hardwoods “What we can do is stay in our lane, produce the best product we can, and remain relevant where hardwood truly belongs.” – Nordeck Thompson, founder and chairman of the board, Thompson Appalachian Hardwoods Inc. Members of the Thompson family are pictured together, from left to right: […]

Aurora Timberland Expands Customer Base And Geographic Reach

Aurora Timberland Expands Customer Base And Geographic Reach “Our inventory is always ready for immediate distribution. This allows us to respond quickly to customer needs and ensure that we can meet any special requests.” – Clay Miller, sales and purchasing, Aurora Timberland The Alexandria Mouldings headquarters located in Alexandria, ON. Founded in 1989 by Ted […]

 Northeast Flocks To 131st LBM Expo

 Northeast Flocks To 131st LBM Expo The Northeastern Retail Lumber Association (NRLA) held its 131st LBM Expo at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, CT, bringing together key decision-makers from across the Northeastern lumber and building materials industry. The two-day event featured 140 contracted exhibitors and attracted retail lumber dealers and contractors from all 10 states and […]

2026 Builders’ Show Spotlights Innovation, Demand For Home Building

2026 Builders’ Show Spotlights Innovation, Demand For Home Building Nearly 75,000 registrants recently filled the exhibit halls of the Orange County Convention Center as the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) hostedthe NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), the largest annual light construction show in the world. IBS and the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) […]