by ssbhayani | Apr 9, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Import/Export Wood Purchasing News, Industry News
Association executives have a similar responsibility to members of Congress (although hopefully our opinion ratings are higher!); we have to both help lead based on our beliefs while also being responsive to the needs of our constituents. While luckily we don’t go to...
by ssbhayani | Apr 1, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
Late last month, members of the Southern Cypress Manufacturers Association (SCMA), along with promotion sponsors, gathered for the association’s 2024 Annual Meeting at The Charleston Place in Charleston, South Carolina. The event was held in conjunction with the...
by ssbhayani | Apr 1, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
Who isn’t always looking for ways to keep valuable conversations going with customers and others who could benefit from learning what you know–especially when it relates to the Hardwood industry? This year the Chinese astrological calendar has put our industry in the...
by ssbhayani | Apr 1, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
Cypress Promotion In 2024 Late last month, members of the Southern Cypress Manufacturers Association (SCMA), along with promotion sponsors, gathered for the association’s 2024 Annual Meeting at The Charleston Place in Charleston, South Carolina. The event was held in...
by ssbhayani | Mar 1, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
In just a few short weeks, HMA members, non-members, industry suppliers, and other stakeholders will be convening at The Charleston Place in Charleston, South Carolina, for HMA’s 2024 National Conference and Expo. Slated for Monday–Wednesday, March 25–27, the event...
by ssbhayani | Mar 1, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
Over the past several months, I have spoken with many of you in the Hardwood industry and have found one topic that keeps coming up: finding new markets. Either domestically through the Real American Hardwood promotion program or internationally through AHEC...