2026 WHA Annual Convention
Innovation in Every Board Foot
Production, Performance, and Market Opportunity
August 11-13, 2026
Chinook Winds Casino Resort
Lincoln City, OR
Book your room early - Use code 081026WHA
Speakers
Pedro Sartori
Campbell Global
Economic Forecast
Scott Clark
Hardwood Industries
Profitability Effects of Equipment Upgrades & Mill Innovation Panel
Dennis Sanders
Patrick Lumber
Profitability Effects of Equipment Upgrades & Mill Innovation Panel
Brad Michael
JoeScan
Profitability Effects of Equipment Upgrades & Mill Innovation Panel
Ryan Shear
Automation & Electronics USA
Creating Value in the Hardwood Sawmill With AI
How smarter decisions drive yield and profitability.
How smarter decisions drive yield and profitability.
Dallin Brooks
NHLA
Structural Applications & Research of Hardwood CLT
Thermally Modified Wood Market & Opportunities
Thermally Modified Wood Market & Opportunities
Dana Lee Cole
Hardwood Federation
The Hardwood Federation Taking Action in Washington, D.C.
Policy updates shaping the industry.
Policy updates shaping the industry.
Dana Spessert
NHLA
Short Course on Grading Changes & NHLA Efficiency Protocols
Tripp Pryor
AHEC
Export Hardwood Market Outlook
Natalie Thelen
NHLA
Growing Demand for American Hardwood: Strategy, Partnerships, and What’s Ahead
Market development and RAH initiatives.
Market development and RAH initiatives.
Annual Raffle — Two Chances to Win!
Support WHA scholarships, the design contest, and the Real American Hardwood Coalition.
 Blackstone 28” Griddle with Hard CoverOmnivore griddle with hard cover, griddle cover, and accessory kit included. Value: $600 |
 Steelport Chef Knife SetHandcrafted Portland, OR full kitchen set — six essential knives in premium carbon steel with maple burl handles. Complete with magnetic block, care kit, and lifetime sharpening. Value: $2,600 |
Drawing Aug 12, 2026 | Shipping included — need not be present to win
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