NELMA’s Annual Meeting Hits 93rd Year
The 93rd annual meeting of the Northeastern Lumber Manufacturers Association (NELMA) recently welcomed members and guests to the Samoset Resort in Rockport, ME.
A golf scramble kicked off the event followed by a moment of remembrance in honor of the late Alden Robbins of Robbins Lumber Inc.
Exhibitor booths opened later that day for attendees to visit. The next morning dawned with a NELMA business meeting, with Matt Duprey of Hancock Lumber providing the welcome address.
Jeff Easterling gave a “State of the Association” address, followed by a presentation of marketing programs undertaken by NELMA this year.
Special guest presenter was Russell Edgar of Madera WoodTech & NELMA Technical Consultant, who spoke on SPFs Approved Increase in Specific Gravity.
After lunch, Paul Jannke, of Forest Economic Advisors, provided a 2027 economic and lumber market outlook.
A board of directors meeting closed the event the following day.
Learn more about this organization at nelma.org.
