Successful procurement goes beyond finding the lowest price—it’s about building strong supplier relationships that support long-term business success. Join fellow procurement professionals for an interactive discussion on how to evaluate vendors, manage risk, and establish partnerships built on trust, consistency, and communication. Guided by an experienced industry leader, participants will explore a real-world case study, share best practices, and discuss the qualities that define a reliable supplier in today’s market. Whether you're looking to strengthen existing vendor relationships or refine your supplier evaluation process, you'll leave with practical strategies and insights you can apply immediately.

Storytelling meets professional development in this interactive NAWLA webinar. Panelists share pivotal career moments and lessons learned, offering insights that resonate across experience levels. The Education Committee moderator will guide discussion and audience engagement to maximize shared learning.

Leadership transitions can be both exciting and complex for family-owned businesses. In this roundtable discussion, participants will explore practical strategies for preparing the next generation to lead while preserving the values, culture, and legacy that have defined the business across generations. Through shared experiences and candid conversation, family business owners and future leaders will gain insights on succession planning, leadership development, governance, and navigating change with confidence. Join peers who are facing similar opportunities and challenges as they work to ensure a successful transition from one generation to the next.

This Mid-Career Accelerator Course is a virtual cohort-based leadership program designed for rising and current mid-level professionals in the lumber and building materials industry. Built specifically for those who have moved beyond the entry level but are still developing their leadership identity, this 8-week accelerator bridges the gap between technical know-how and the human skills that drive long-term career growth. Through eight interactive virtual sessions, participants will explore the mindsets and behaviors of high-performing leaders — from understanding how their own behavioral style impacts their team, to navigating conflict productively, delegating with confidence, and motivating others effectively. The program culminates in a powerful exercise around intentional leadership branding, helping each participant define the leader they want to be known as. Cohorts are kept small — no more than 15 participants — ensuring meaningful peer connection, candid conversation, and personalized coaching support throughout the experience.

Explore how Lean manufacturing can be practically applied to lumber operations to improve material flow, reduce excess inventory and rework, shorten lead times, enhance safety, and increase overall profitability. The session emphasizes real‑world challenges faced by lumber manufacturers. Participants will gain insight into how helps create more responsive, reliable, and competitive lumber manufacturing operations.

Join NAWLA staff for an information session on maximizing your use of NAWLA Academy and newly available education. This drop‑in session is a great opportunity to learn more about the platform, explore newly launched courses, and get answers to any questions you may have. During this session, participants will: Receive an overview of NAWLA Academy, its key features, and helpful navigation tips Explore ways to get the most value out of NAWLA Academy Ask questions directly to NAWLA staff

Discover how Epicor Warehouse Management System (WMS) empowers wholesale distributors to streamline operations, improve inventory accuracy, and reduce labor costs. You'll hear from Jim Houser, Epicor WMS expert, and WMS customer Carl Lamb, Executive Vice President at Snavely Forest Products, about how Epicor WMS has helped drive operational excellence and scalability. Learn how features like real-time inventory tracking, automated workflows, and seamless ERP integration can help your business gain control, reduce waste, and improve throughput across the supply chain.