The Yardstick
  A Publication of The Hardwood Distributors Association FALL 2000
IN THIS ISSUE...

Annual Meeting
Plans


Certification -
The Basics

Only in America
Virginia Tech
Holds Career
Fair for Wood
Products Students

Legislative Update
 

Annual Meeting Plans
by Kim Vollinger, Newsletter Chairperson

HDA's Annual Meeting Friday morning will start with a presentation by David Arens, director of marketing for the Forest Stewardship Council. This presentation will include an explanation for the ideas behind certification and perpetual forests. He will also discuss how to utilize retailers in the marketing of certified wood products. Don't miss this enlightening presentation!

Following the program on certification, we will hold an open forum for all members. During this time, members may discuss any concerns or problems they are having such as labor quality, accounts receivable, insurance, OSHA, etc.

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CONVENTION SCHEDULE
in conjunction with the Annual NHLA Convention

Thursday, September 21, 2000

Executive Meeting 12pm-2pm Balcony B (Officers only)
Board Meeting 2pm-6pm Balcony B (Board members only)
 

Friday, September 22, 2000

Breakfast 8am-9am Wilson A
Annual Meeting 9am-1pm Wilson B & C
Dinner 6pm-10:30pm Sea Catch Restaurant
(Georgetown - transportation provided)
 

Please sign up in advance if you'll be attending
the breakfast and/or the dinner.