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Indiana Hardwood Lumbermen’s Association, a leading voice for North American Forest Products and

Pennsylvania & Indiana Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Companies present

117th Annual Convention and Exposition March 10-12, 2015 • Marriott Downtown • Indianapolis, Indiana

2 117th Annual Convention and Exposition • March 10-12, 2015 • Marriott Downtown • Indianapolis, Indiana

Get Your Game OnIt’s a guaranteed slam dunk of value during the 117th Annual IHLA Convention and Exposition. You can expect over 800 hardwood industry professionals to bring their “A” games to Indianapolis on March 10-12, 2015. Your admission will include networking, education and a packed arena full of customers, prospects and vendors, all easy to find in one location. For entertaining, Indy’s finest restaurants are close by and offer much more than concession fare.

Head Coach Rich Solano has called all the right plays for a winning convention. Come for the pregame on Tuesday night, and stay for the buzzer beater grand prize giveaway at our Thursday evening reception.

The FieldhouseAll ticketed fans are welcome in our Fieldhouse. Check out the elite 2015 IHLA exhibitor teams showcasing their latest hardwood products and services. Comparison shop, see what is new, and maybe add some new names to your roster.

The Winning BracketOne lucky person is guaranteed to win $10,000 by entering our state-licensed grand prize raffle, sponsored by Pennsylvania & Indiana Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Companies. Enter once, or enter often – the proceeds support IHLA’s worthy causes, such as the Hardwood Federation, Indiana Tree Farm, The Woodland Steward and more.

The Locker Room LoungeAfter playing some ball in the Fieldhouse, visit the Locker Room Lounge to wipe the sweat off your brow and quench your thirst. Located in the exhibit hall, it’s a great place to huddle with friends and colleagues.

Tricks, Trumps, and TunesWhile the NCAA selection committee is setting the field for the big dance in Indy, you’ll get a shot at advancing through some brackets of your own. Convention Chairman Solano is inviting the top 64 euchre players to a tournament on Wednesday night. Sign up as an individual, or choose your own partner, but once we have 64, the field is full. Sign up at the registration desk, and watch for your bracket seeding. There can be only one “first-ever” champion. Who will be the reigning card kings of hardwood?

The Suite LifeLadies can enjoy some pampering in the exclusive IHLA Suite on Thursday. Sign up soon as tickets are limited.

Thursday Night’s Buzzer Beater Be sure to stick around for the Thursday night Buzzer Beater Reception. The band, players, coaches and fans will all be in attendance. Enjoy the music, food and camaraderie until the final shot.

Top-Seeded Keynote Speaker:Howard KellmanHoward Kellman, award winning sportscaster and author, will be the opening keynote speaker on Wednesday, March 11th. With over 40 years of broadcast experience, Howard is one of the best in his league. He has interviewed everybody from Michael Jordan and Major League Baseball Commissioner “Bud” Selig to Pete Rose and Larry Bird. He has covered the World Series, Indiana Pacers, Indianapolis Colts, Notre Dame, Purdue, and Indiana University Sports for CBS, ABC and AP Radio, broadcast for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Chicago White Sox and St. John’s Red Storm, announced for the Indianapolis Indians since 1974 and much, much more.

Howard will share his experiences in the sports and broadcast world, and show us the humorous side of sports.

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3117th Annual Convention and Exposition • March 10-12, 2015 • Marriott Downtown • Indianapolis, Indiana

Tuesday, March 10, 2015

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Board of Directors’ Meeting

2:30 p.m. Statehouse Walk

5:30 p.m. The Tip-off Welcome Reception(Sponsored by: Cascade Hardwood Group, Landmark Wood Products & Pike Lumber Company)

7:00 p.m. Board of Directors’ Dinner at the Marriott Downtown (Sponsored by: PLM/ILM)

Wednesday, March 11, 2015

7:00 a.m. Registration Opens

7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Exhibitor Set-up

7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Tree Farmer Breakfast(Sponsored by: Buchan Sawmill, Inc.)Includes the presentation of Logger of the Year and Tree Farmer of the Year. State Legislators and guests are in attendance.

8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Opening SessionWith Keynote Speaker Howard Kellman

10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Industry Hot Topics This session will address the most important and impacting issues facing the hardwood industry at the time of the convention. Whether it is a national issue that affects the entire industry, a technological advance, or a specific new law or regulation, you can be certain you will leave with everything you need to know and up-to-date information. Environmental regulations, health care, new association services, hot export markets, and much more will be included in this session, as well as time for questions from the audience.

12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Exhibits Open in the Field HouseStop by the concession stand for a light lunch from 12 – 1 p.m.(Sponsored by: Simply Computing International, Inc.)

1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. Recruiting and RetentionWhether it’s hourly workers or skilled specialists, finding and keeping quality employees is one of the biggest challenges facing our members today. The newest generation entering the workforce cares less about their starting salary than on landing a job that provides a platform for advancement and career development, and places a premium on promises kept by employers. The biggest gaps between expectations and reality usually come in the area of employee training. Nobody wants to invest in hiring and training employees who may end up with the competition, so mutual trust and a clear career path are essential. Learn from a panel of experts on the best way to fill all of your workforce needs, and create an environment that promotes retention.

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Forest Resource EconomicsDr. Shady Atallah, Assistant Professor of Ecological Economics and Sustainability, Purdue University Dr. Atallah has an extensive background in research, extension, and teaching in the area of natural resource economics with a focus on sustainable forest ecosystems and associated ecosystem services. He holds a doctorate from Cornell University in applied economics. In this session, he will provide a very insightful perspective, focusing on the economics of sustainable forestry, evaluation of fire management programs, climate change, plant disease management, and agricultural supply chains. This session is a “must” for business owners, foresters, landowners, sales and procurement specialists.

4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. March Mayhem Exhibitor Reception(Sponsored by: Frank Miller Lumber Co., Inc., & Holmes & Co., Inc.)Take advantage of the full court press and play some one-on-one with IHLA team members. This popular reception is open to all registered attendees.

9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Tricks, Trumps, and TunesJoin us for a night of euchre and friendly competition. Sign up as an individual or with a partner at the convention registration desk.

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Thursday, March 12, 2015

7:30 a.m. Registration Opens

8:00 a.m. IHLA Annual Meeting Breakfast (Sponsored by: Brenneman Lumber Company) 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. IHLA Suite LifeSpa Day – Private Event for Women Only.Space is limited.

10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Exhibits Open in the Field House

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Lunch in the Field House (Sponsored by: Allegheny Wood Products, Midwest Hardwood Corporation & Midwestern Insurance Alliance)

1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Millennials Panel – A Glimpse at the Industry of the FutureDick Vitale might have called them the hardwood industry’s “diaper dandies,” but don’t take this “Fab Five” for granted. The next generation of leaders in our industry will give you an insight into their way of seeing the world. Masters of technology and survivors of our industry’s deepest downturn, they’ll provide insight on what it is going to be like doing business in the coming decades. Moderator: Bob Miller, Frank Miller Lumber Company

6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Buzzer Beater Cocktail Reception(Sponsored by: Cole Hardwood, Inc.)Don’t worry if your bracket is busted! You can still enjoy great music and delicious food before the whistle blows. Show team spirit and come dressed in your fan gear.

We Jump Through Hoops For Our Customers

5117th Annual Convention and Exposition • March 10-12, 2015 • Marriott Downtown • Indianapolis, Indiana

Pennsylvania & Indiana Lumbermens Mutual Title Sponsor Insurance Companies

Cascade Hardwood Group Alder

Cole Hardwood, Inc. Cherry

Landmark Wood Products Cherry

Pike Lumber Company Cherry

Frank Miller Lumber Company, Inc. Walnut

Holmes & Co., Inc. Walnut

Brenneman Lumber Company Oak

Buchan Sawmill Oak

Allegheny Wood Products Maple

Midwest Hardwood Corporation Maple

Midwestern Insurance Alliance Maple

Simply Computing International, Inc. Poplar

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Enjoy a lovely stay in beautiful downtown Indianapolis, at the award winning Indianapolis Marriott Downtown.The rate is $177 for single, double, triple or quad and reservations must be made before December 31, 2014 to take advantage of this special rate. *Rate does not include state and local tax. After December 31, rates based on availability.

Please contact the Marriott Downtown directly to make your reservations at 877-303-0104 or visit our website at www.ihla.org

Questions:IHLA 1849 Broad Ripple AvenueIndianapolis, IN 46220

317-875-3660Fax: 317-875-3661Email: info@ihla.org

Indianapolis Marriott Downtown 350 W Maryland St. Indianapolis, IN 46225317-822-3500

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IHLA Registration Policies• Payment MUST accompany form• One registration per form• Additional registrations, please

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Refund PolicyIn order to obtain a full refund, written notice of cancellation must be received no later than March 2, 2015. Cancellations after March 2, 2015 will be responsible for full amount.

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Day at the Spa RegistrationOn Thursday, March 12, enjoy a few hours of pampering. The Spa is located at the hotel. Enjoy a relaxing massage and feel rejuvenated after taking some time for yourself.

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Return to:IHLA • 1849 Broad Ripple Avenue • Indianapolis, IN 46220Fax: 317-875-3661 • Questions? Call 317-875-3660

A.W. Stiles Contractors, Inc.

American Walnut Manufacturers Association

Arch Wood Protection

B&B Machinery Co., Inc.

Battle Wagon Trailers

BB&T Insurance Services, Inc., National Forest Products Practice

Blue Book Services

Brewco Inc.

Brunner-Hildebrand Lumber Dry Kilns

Cargo Services

Cleereman Industries Inc.

Columbus Equipment Company

Cool Cat Apps, Inc.

Cooper Machine

Corley Mfg. Co.

eLIMBS, LLC

PHL

Food Protection Services

Forestry Systems Inc.

Froedge Machine & Supply Co. Inc.

Fumigation Service & Supply Inc.

Harpenau Insurance Agency, LLC

Hasko Inc.

HMC Corporation

Honeyville Metal Inc.

Indiana Division of Forestry

Independent Dispatch Inc.

Indiana Rail Road Company

Industrial Carbide Saw & Tool

Industrial Vision Systems - VisionTally

Innovative Functions Inc.

ISK Biocides, Inc.

King City Forwarding

Laidig Systems Inc

Lumbermen’s Underwriting Alliance

McDonough Manufacturing

Menominee Saw and Supply Co.

NHLA

Northland Trading

Nova Dry Kiln, LLC

Pennsylvania & Indiana Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Companies

Prolift Equipment Company

Purdue University

Rotochopper Inc.

Rudd Equipment Company

SII Dry Kilns

Simply Computing International, Inc.

Stone Belt Freight Lines

Stringer Industries, Inc.

TradeTec Computer Systems Ltd.

TS Manufacturing Co.

U-C Coatings

USNR

Vecoplan Midwest LLC

Veneer Services

Vollmer of America Corp.

Wagner Meters

Weas Engineering

Weima America, Inc.

WoodMizer Industrial & WoodMizer Blades

2015 IHLa conventIon exHIbItors

IHLA1849 Broad Ripple AvenueIndianapolis, IN 46220

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