Later this month, our members and many other industry stakeholders will be gathering in Austin for HMA’s 2021 National Conference and Expo. After such a trying year, it will be wonderful to be out and about with the industry colleagues and friends that so clearly personify “Resilience!”
As announced last month, Conference participants should plan on a hybrid event of ‘live’ and ‘virtual’ presentations. And under the guidance of the Hyatt Regency staff, COVID safety protocols will be in place to ensure that all aspects of the Conference, daytime meals, evening networking events and of course, the vendor Expo will be conducted appropriately.
On the Agenda
Be prepared to learn and laugh with Thomas Brush, consultant/coach and founder of Advancement Designs. In his interactive workshop entitled, “Being Clear on What is Real: An Overlooked Pathway to Resilience,” Conference attendees will explore an overlooked pathway to achieve success.
In a presentation entitled, “Moving Forward,” ITR EconomicsTM Senior Forecaster, Connor Lokar, will be analyzing the economic landscape, assessing business demand for 2021 and beyond; discussing the unintend ed consequences and impact of the massive stimulus programs; and presenting clear, actionable Management Objectives, right for the coming years, as businesses adapt to the ‘new normal.’
Joshua and Jacob Pribanic, principals of LastLine Cyber, Inc. plan to address the cyber threat landscape in a presentation entitled, “The Scary Truth About Cybercrime.” They’ll identify what to look for, ways to avoid these kinds of attacks, and provide guidance regarding implementing a cyber security strategy. (You’ll not want to miss this!)
Yes, There’s More
Michael Snow, Executive Director of the American Hardwood Export Council, promises to provide a Global Markets Update. Judd Johnson, Hardwood Market Report Editor, will be discussing the domestic Hardwood landscape. Hardwood Federation Executive Director and industry advocate, Dana Cole, will be updating us all regarding what’s on the horizon in our nation’s capital. And plan on hearing from the Real American Hardwood Coalition regarding the status and ‘what’s next’ with this wonderful initiative.
If your calendar just opened up, there is plenty of room for you to join us in Austin. You’ll find all of the conference details at www.HMAmembers.org.
