HMA members and industry friends, along with colleagues of Appalachian Hardwood Manufacturers Inc., met in the Buckeye State, October 12-13, 2011, for HMA's Central Regional Meeting. The well-attended meeting and action-packed event featured exceptional colleague-to-colleague networking opportunities and eye-opening facility tours. Delivering maximum value in minimum time, HMA Regional Meetings continue to offer something for everyone and remain one of the most valued of HMA member services.
The 2012 National Conference and Expo will be held in New Orleans, March 14‑16 at the Ritz-Carlton.
The Hardwood Manufacturers Association (HMA) is the only national trade organization with membership limited to hardwood sawmills and lumber concentration yards located in the United States. Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania since 1991, HMA's unique nationwide marketing-communications effort, the American Hardwood Promotion Program, is designed to build demand for U.S. hardwood flooring, cabinetry millwork and furniture.
The Program's comprehensive website, www.HardwoodInfo.com is a one-stop resource for both hardwood Enthusiasts and Building Professionals seeking information about selecting, decorating and building with American hardwoods. Enthusiasts will find trend-setting design and decorating ideas, hardwood care and repair tips, even "how-to" projects. Eco-conscious Professionals, committed to sustainable design, will find hardwood smart specifying tips, species information, Life Cycle Analysis and much more.