If you haven’t already, it’s time to mark your calendars for HMA’s 2027 National Conference and Expo. The three-day event will take place Monday–Wednesday, March 22–24. Planning is well underway and we’re looking forward to seeing you at The DeSoto in historic Savannah, Georgia.

In recent years, we’ve gathered at NatCon to discuss Investing in the Future, becoming Agents of Change, outlining Pathways to Success, preparing for hardwood’s Evolution, and preparing for our industry’s Resurgence. This coming March, our industry’s leaders will convene to discuss how the hardwood industry is Growing Together.

Our learning sessions and conversations will aim to address new business solutions, an injection of AI capabilities, grant funding opportunities, economic markets, promotion, and advocacy. It’s knowledge share at it’s best and your opportunity to gain a wealth of knowledge.

And you won’t want to miss our industry’s premier, peer-to-peer networking opportunity. Mix and mingle with industry veterans and the next generation of leaders, share wisdom and ask questions, visit with equipment manufacturers and industry suppliers, and enjoy all that Savannah has to offer.