With ongoing regulatory changes, uncertainty around tariffs and shifting market conditions, the world seems to be spinning faster than our feet can keep up. In today’s world, when so much feels beyond our control, it’s more important than ever to focus on the areas that we do have influence, particularly by investing in your company’s employees.
NAWLA is here to help drive your company forward with access to top-tier networking events, hands-on training and educational resources designed to help your employees gain the skills and connections they need.
Upcoming NAWLA Events
NAWLA events are more than just dates on the calendar—they’re game-changers for your company. These events provide face-to-face networking opportunities to expand your company’s reach as well as providing hands-on training for your team.
Regional Meetings: A Platform To Connect
NAWLA’s Regional Meetings are in full swing this spring! Offering more than just handshakes, these events are your gateway to new opportunities and knowledge. By attending multiple meetings, your employees will have the chance to network with peers from across North America, exchange fresh ideas and gain valuable insights into new markets.
Mark your calendars and join us at upcoming Regional Meetings throughout North America:
- Portland – Thursday, June 5
- Southeast – Thursday, June 19
- Midwest – TBA
- Northeast – TBA
Wood Basics: Hands-On Learning For Your Newer Team Members
Building a strong foundation for your newer team members is easy with NAWLA’s Wood Basics courses! Held twice a year, Wood Basics gives your team the skills needed to help drive your business forward through hands-on learning, interactive classroom training, guided local mill tours, forest tours, negotiations training and more. Your team will walk away with the confidence and skills needed to help your company excel.
Save the date for NAWLA’s Fall Wood Basics:
- Fall Wood Basics, Corvallis, OR – September 15-18
Expand Your Team’s Industry Knowledge With NAWLA Academy
Building your team’s industry knowledge has never been easier with NAWLA Academy! With access to over 50 on-demand resources including webinars and educational tools, NAWLA Academy is perfect for supporting your team’s career growth, industry knowledge and skills.
New this year, NAWLA Academy features a brand-new course, Foundations of Forest Products, designed to provide essential forest products knowledge anytime, anywhere. Whether onboarding new employees or looking to refine your team’s skills, this course features seven modules adapted from our in-person Wood Basics course.
Modules include:
- Forestry & Harvesting
- Wood Basics & Anatomy
- Lumber Manufacturing
- Lumber Grading
- Engineered Wood Products (EWP)
- Treated Wood
- Transportation & Logistics
NAWLA members can save with bundle packages, and managers can easily track employee progress through NAWLA Academy. This platform is the perfect way to invest in your employees through convenient training and education opportunities.
As the industry continues to navigate change and uncertainty, staying ahead means investing in your team. Whether through hands-on training, new industry connections or ongoing education, NAWLA is here to help give your team the tools they need to grow—and your company the competitive edge it needs to thrive.
