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• Forest Management Services• Buyers of Standing Timber and Logs

• Manufacturer and Distributor of Kiln Dried Hardwood Lumber

800.356.4554 • www.pikelumber.com

Welcome

**BREAKING NEWS**All IHLA Convention registrants, who have completed their registration by December 31, 2011, will be eligible to win a pair of ticket packages to attend the 2012 Super Bowl, February 5 in Indianapolis, courtesy of Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company.

Josh Bleill – A Hero’s Story Josh Bleill, the author of the autobiography “One Step at a Time,” had both legs amputated after a roadside bomb explosion that occurred while he was in Fallujah, Iraq and riding in his military Humvee. Bleill went through intensive physical therapy and vowed not to return home to Indiana until he could walk off the plane. With determination and prosthetic legs, he returned home walking.

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay met Bleill while he was recovering, and made good on a promise to give Bleill a job with the Colts once he recovered. He now represents them through their community relations department.

You are guaranteed to never look at your problems the same way again after hearing and meeting Marine Corporal Josh Bleill.

The Red ZoneWhen you’re in the red zone, prepare to score! While open, it’s the hub of activity, including food, drinks, contests, and most of all, a chance to see the latest in competitive advantages, as over 70 exhibitors show their wares.

Huddles LoungeRelax, unwind, or get down to business at Huddles Lounge, open all day. Just don’t get too blitzed, and turn your convention into a “Stupor Bowl.”

BE A TEAM PLAYER – TOUCHDOWN IN INDY AND WINThe eyes of the world will be on Indianapolis this February, as both the world’s biggest football game, and the hardwood industry’s annual kickoff event will be in town. IHLA is putting you right in the middle of the action. The IHLA Convention will be the place to huddle up, make some big plays and maybe even hit paydirt! Upon

further review, the IHLA Convention is the industry’s leading “can’t miss” meeting, with the Most Valuable Program, and your chance to be among the industry’s brightest and best stars.

Coach Michael Powers and his staff have drawn up a masterful game plan, so that all you have to do is TOUCHDOWN in INDY February 8-9, and you’ll score big with the latest in industry news, market forecasts, products and services, and the chance to see all of your customers and suppliers in one place.—————————————————————————————————————————————

Luxury SuiteThere’s no feeling down and out for the ladies. Our special teams are prepared to pamper you at our exclusive “physical therapy” room.

--------------------------------------Thursday Night Tailgate PartyCome to the tailgate party and be a part of the most exciting action, with live entertainment and the grand prize giveaway, all while donning your football-themed attire. There even may be a skills challenge or two…--------------------------------------Grand Prize RaffleA tradition of the IHLA Convention, one lucky winner will take home $10,000 in cash, courtesy of our title sponsor, Indiana Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company. It’s a football fantasy, and it’s only a raffle ticket away. All proceeds benefit IHLA charities.

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2012 LineupMoving The ChainsAfter a long slump, the hardwood industry is ready for an extended, steady drive downfield. Come and be a part of the IHLA Convention, where industry leaders gather to tackle issues, catch all their teammates in one place, and enjoy unrivaled camaraderie!——————————————————————————————————————————————Tuesday, February 7 • 2012 (pre-convention activities)

10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. Board of Directors’ Meeting

2:30 p.m. Statehouse Walk

6:00 p.m. Board of Directors’ Dinner at the Marriott Downtown

(Sponsored by: Indiana Lumbermens Mutual Ins. Co.)

Wednesday, February 8 • 2012

7:00 a.m. Kickoff – Registration Opens

7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Tree Farmer Breakfast

(Sponsored by: Buchan Sawmill, Inc.)

Includes presentation of Logger and Tree Farmer of the Year. State Legislators and guests are in attendance.

8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Exhibitor Set-up

8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Opening Session With Keynote Speaker Josh Bleill

1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Training Seminar & Focus Group: Profiting from Internet-Based Marketing, Procurement and Intelligence

Presented by: Dan Meyer, Editor, Hardwood Publishing Co., Inc. & Michael Barrett, Editor, Hardwood Publishing Co., Inc.

Please join us for a live demonstration and training session on profiting from Internet marketing, procurement and market research, followed by a focus group discussion to help envision new technologies to benefit the hardwood industry.

Learn how to access a world of trade data from your laptop, and how to turn that data into market intelligence. Learn how to spot emerging trends in market prices and demand. Take a tour behind the scenes at the Weekly Hardwood Review to

see how published prices are established and learn how best to interpret them.

Hear case studies of how hardwood firms have harnessed the power of business-to-business Internet marketing to sell their products 24/7 in global markets. Discover ways to reduce both selling and procurement costs, increase efficiency, and leverage technology to enhance (not replace) existing sales and procurement functions.

Finally, take part in a focus group discussion on how Internet technology is currently being used in the hardwood industry, how existing technologies could be made better, and what new applications would most benefit the industry.

2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Exhibits Open in the Red Zone

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. What Keeps You Up At Night: Tax, Accounting and Business Issues

Presented by: Jason Patch, Director in Katz, Sapper & Miller’s Audit and Assurance Services Department & Mark Flinchum, Partner in Katz, Sapper & Miller’s Business Advisory Group

1. Creating a Profit Culture: Using KPIs and Your Employees to Make Your Business More Profitable

2. Tax Update and Strategies: 2011 Tax Law Changes and How They Affect Your Business

3. Accounting Update: Latest Trends Affecting Manufacturing and Distribution Companies

Katz, Sapper & Miller is the largest Indianapolis-based accounting firm. In business since 1942, the firm has earned a reputation as a leader in the areas of accounting, audit, tax and consulting services. Katz, Sapper & Miller is an independent member of Nexia International, a leading global organization of independent accounting and consulting firms.

• Family businesses since 1985

• Two-time winner of Indiana Logger of the Year 1997 & 2008

• All types of hardwood lumber and veneer logs

• Thick stock lumber260-749-4697

Buchan Sawmill, Inc.

www.frankmiller.com

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2012 Lineup4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Touchdown Indy Exhibitor Reception

(Sponsored by: Frank Miller Lumber Co., Inc., Holmes & Co., Inc. & Pike Lumber Co., Inc.)

Enjoy some great food and wonderful camaraderie. This popular reception is open to all registered attendees. And new this year, meet with area college students interested in job opportunities and careers in our industry.

Thursday, February 9, 2012

8:00 a.m. Kickoff – Registration Opens

8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Exhibits Open in the Red Zone

Come have breakfast with the exhibitors from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m.

9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. IHLA Annual Meeting

(Sponsored by: Maley & Wertz)

9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. IHLA Luxury Suite

Spa Day – Private Event for Women Only. Space is limited.

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Lunch in the Red Zone

(Sponsored by: Domtar Paper Company, LLC, Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, Midwest Hardwood Corporation, & Pingleton Sawmill Inc.)

One last chance to reach the end zone with your drafted exhibitors. Stop in for some great food.

1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Environmental Policies, Trade and the U.S. Hardwood Industry

Presented by: Michael Snow, Executive Director, American Hardwood Export Council

Exports have never been more important to our industry, yet from “green building” schemes and environmental procurement policies to Illegal logging legislation, the hardwood industry is

facing unprecedented changes to the way business is being conducted around the world. Too often, however, we look at these policies as obstacles or constraints when they actually have the potential of providing a major boost to our industry, if we are prepared. This presentation will take a look at the myriad of environmental policies facing US exporters around the world, and how new tools such as Life Cycle Analysis (LCA), Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and the proactive demonstration of negligible risk of illegal logging will be key to maintaining and expanding market share for US hardwoods around the world and in the U.S.

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. What’s Bugging You?

Presented by: Philip T. Marshall, Forest Health Specialist & State Entomologist, Indiana Department of Natural Resources

What are the “bugs” that are impacting the forest resource you need to sustain your timber business? Besides exotic pests such as Emerald Ash Borer, you will learn about Thousand Canker Disease of Black Walnut, Gypsy Moth, Asian Longhorned Beetle, Powderpost Beetles and the cousins of EAB that are a threat to white and red oaks. The presentation will also discuss quarantines and their impact on your business.

Mr. Marshall has been the Forest Health Specialist since 1974 and is very familiar with the insects and diseases impacting Indiana’s forest resources. Serving since 2008 has state entomologist he also handles the regulation of exotic forest pests as well as other regulated pests.

6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Tailgate Party

(Sponsored by: Cole Hardwood, Inc.)

Coach Michael Powers has made the play call for the best tailgate party of the season. Enjoy great music, delicious food and beverages before the final whistle.

9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Touchdown Indy Dessert Buffet

Hawesville MillPO Box 130 – Hwy 1406 • Hawesville, KY 42348

T 270-927-7203 • F 270-927-8714 • C 270-302-8016

Domtar Paper Company, LLC

David D. James • Procurement Foresterdavid.james@domtar.com

• Kiln Dried Hardwood Lumber• 1,250,000 Kiln Capacity, Cemco Planer/Sander,

Newman S-382 Planer, Straight Line Rip• Mixed Truck Loads Possiblewww.colehardwood.com

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The 12th Man – Our Sponsors

Indiana Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company Title Sponsor

Cascade Hardwood Group Alder

Cole Hardwood, Inc. Cherry

Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company Cherry

Frank Miller Lumber Company, Inc. Walnut

Holmes & Co., Inc. Walnut

Pike Lumber Company, Inc. Walnut

Buchan Sawmill Oak

Maley & Wertz Oak

Domtar Paper Company, LLC Maple

Farm Credit Services of Mid-America Maple

Midwest Hardwood Corporation Maple

Pingleton Sawmill Inc. Maple

Agresta, Storms & O’Leary, PC Poplar

Simply Computing International, Inc. Poplar

Phil Agresta, CPAIndianapolis, Greensburg,

Martinsville, Batesville

Proudly serving IHLA since 2006

317-780-9850 • www.asocpa.com

OUR TEAM IS REALLY SUPERP: 800-222-5376

F: 260-244-5694

E-mail: holmescomfeist@earthlink.netFinancing for agribusiness and farmers

1-800-444-FARM • www.e-farmcredit.com

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General Information

• A vertically integrated hardwood lumber manufacturer• Produce more than 80 million board feet of Northern

and Appalachian hardwoods annually for customers that span the globe

• FSC Certified since 1995. (SW-COC-o8)

www.midwesthardwood.com

Overnight Accommodations

For those wanting to enjoy a lovely stay in beautiful downtown Indianapolis, our lineman have secured overnight accommodations at the award winning Indianapolis Marriott Downtown.

The rate is $179 for single, double, triple or quad and reservations must be made before December 31, 2010 to take advantage of this special rate. *Rate does not include 15% state and local tax. After December 31, rates based on availability.

Please contact the Marriott Downtown directly to make your reservations at 800-266-9432 or visit our website at www.ihla.org

71 Freedom Parkway • Hermon, ME 04401 1201 Feather Trail • Maineville, OH 45039

www.simplycomputing.com Voice: 1-800-903-4122 • Email: info@simplycomputing.com

• Hardware Sales & Services • Network & Administration• Customized Software & Development

Delivering quality since 1885…

PO Box 4537 – 900 E. Columbia St. • Evansville, IN 47724-4537Ph 812.425.3358 • Fax 812.425.5756

www.maleyandwertz.com

525 S. County Rd. 550 W.Greencastle, IN 46135765-653-2878FAX: 765-653-7057

Questions:

IHLA • 1849 Broad Ripple Avenue

Indianapolis, IN 46220

800-640-4452 • 317-875-3660

Fax: 317-875-3661 • Email: info@ihla.org

Return to IHLA by 12/31/11 for early rate.

NO EXCEPTIONS.

Convention Location:

Indianapolis Marriott Downtown

350 W Maryland St.

Indianapolis, IN 46225

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IHLA Registration Policies• Payment MUST accompany form• One registration per form• Additional registrations, please duplicate form

Refund PolicyIn order to obtain a full refund, written notice of cancellation must be received no later than January 31, 2012. Cancellations after January 31, 2012 will be responsible for full amount.

2012 Registration Form

Payment Information

$_________Registration Fees

$_________Spouse Registration

$_________Total Amount Due

Name for Badge________________________________________________________________________________________Company________________________________________________________________________________________Address________________________________________________________________________________________City______________________________________________________________________State_____Zip__________Phone___________________________________________Fax___________________________________________Email_______________________________________________________________________________________Spouse/Significant Other Name for Badge___________________________________________________________________

Member Non-MemberEntire Convention: February 8-9Includes Tree Farm Breakfast, Annual Meeting Breakfast, Exhibitor Reception, Lunch in Exhibit Hall, Cocktail Reception, all seminars, access to the Exhibit Hall.

Spouse/Significant Other RegistrationIncludes all of the above. (Please see Spa Registration)

Received on or before 12/31/11

r $165

Received after 12/31/11

r $195

r $59 r $89 r $95 r $125

Received on or before 12/31/11

r $345

Received after 12/31/11

r $395

Form of PaymentPayment must accompany form. No billing allowed.

A check in the amount of $_____________ is enclosed.

Check #______________________________ (make payable to IHLA)

r MasterCard r VISA r AMEX r Discover

Card #____________________________________________________Exp._________

Name as it appears on card_______________________________________________ (please print)

Signature_______________________________________________________________

Attendee InformationOnly one registrant per form. Duplicate for additional attendees. Please type or print clearly. Please check the appropriate box below.

r Member r Spouse/Significant Other r Non-Member

Name_________________________________________________Company______________________________________________Address________________________________________________City_____________________________State_____Zip__________Phone________________Email___________________________

Day at the Spa RegistrationOn Thursday, February 9, enjoy a few hours of pampering. The Spa is located at the hotel. Enjoy a relaxing massage while sipping your favorite beverage, listening to soothing music, surrounded by wonderful aromatherapy candles.

HURRY! Register today. Space is limited and fills up fast! Time slots will be assigned later.

r Yes! I want to participate in Spa Day!

Make convention registration checks payable to IHLA.

Look for your registration confirmation on the IHLA website. You can now register for the convention online! Visit www.ihla.org to register now.

Return to: (NOTE: New Address!)IHLA • 1849 Broad Ripple Avenue • Indianapolis, IN 46220 • Fax: 317-875-3661Questions? Call 800-640-4452

Indiana Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company

The Endorsed Property & Casualty Carrier for the IHLA

www.ilmgroup.com

A.W. Stiles Contractors Inc.ACES, Division of Kuehne + Nagel Inc.

B & B Machinery Co. Inc.Better Built Dry Kilns

Brewco, Inc.Bridgewell Resources LLC

Cargo Services Inc.Cleereman Industries

Constructive Sheet MetalCorley Mfg. Co.

EcoVantage/ValuteceLIMBS

Forestry Systems Inc.Fumigation Service & Supply Inc.

Hardwood ReviewHMC CorporationHoneyville Metal

Independent Dispatch Inc.Indiana Division of Forestry

Indiana Lumbermens Mutual Insurance CompanyIndustrial Adhesives of IndianaIndustrial Carbide Saw & Tool

Industries PHLISK Biocides Inc.

JartekLaidig Systems Inc.

Lumbermen’s Equipment DigestLumbermen’s Underwriting Alliance

McDonough Mfg Co.Mill-Quality Equipment & Designs

Nova Dry Kiln, LLCPennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Co.

Pendu Manufacturing, Inc.Pierce Construction & Machine

ProLift Industrial EquipmentPurdue University

Rudd Equipment CompanyScarlett, Inc.

SII Dry KilnsSimply Computing International Inc.

Stone Belt Freight LinesTMX Shipping

TradeLanes, Inc.TradeTec

TS ManufacturingU-C Coatings Corporation

USDA-APHIS-PPQUSNR

Vecoplan Midwest, LLCVermeer of IndianaVollmer of AmericaWeas Engineering

WEIMA America, Inc.Wood-Mizer Blades

Wood-Mizer Industrial Products

2012 IHLA Convention Exhibitors

IHLA1849 Broad Ripple AvenueIndianapolis, IN 46220

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