Convention Schedule

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Join industry leaders, hardwood professionals, and NHLA members from across the country for three days of expert-led sessions, networking events, and the premier hardwood trade show of the year. Use the interactive schedule below to plan your time and make the most of your NHLA Convention experience.

2026 Convention Schedule

The 2026 Convention schedule will be posted soon!

2026 Convention Schedule

Tuesday, September 15th

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Event

Location

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Tuesday, September 15th

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Veterans Room 5th Floor @ Hilton

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A Golfers Only reception on Tuesday evening. Check-in to your room and come on down to meet your team and the other players.

Sponsor(s):

ITSEF Golf Tournament Player's Only Reception

Pre-registration required

By invitation only

Wednesday, September 16th

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Location

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Wednesday, September 16th

6:00 AM - 7:00 AM

2nd Floor Lakeside Foyer, Hilton Hotel

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To-Go Breakfast

Sponsor(s):

Golfers Breakfast To-Go

7:00 AM

Hilton Hotel Foyer

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Sponsor(s):

Buses Depart for Golf Course

8:00 AM

TBD

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Sponsor(s):

ITSEF Annual Golf Tournament

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

HCC- Room 3

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Sponsor(s):

AHEC Board Meeting - Time TBD

11:00 AM - 4:30 PM

HCC Hall A

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Sponsor(s):

Exhibitor Showcase Setup

11:00 AM

Registration Desk

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Sponsor(s):

NHLA Registration Desk Opens

11:00 AM

HCC Atrium Foyer

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Sponsor(s):

NHLA Registration Desk Opens

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

HCC Suite 202

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Sponsor(s):

Rossi VIP Reception

7:30 - 10:00 PM

Center Street BC, 2nd Floor Hilton

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Sponsor(s):

NHLA Board of Manager’s Dinner

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

East Terrace Rooftop

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Kick off the NHLA 2026 Convention with the Opening Jam Welcome Reception, Wednesday, September 16, from 5–7 PM. The hardwood industry is strongest when diverse perspectives come together across markets, roles, and regions. As we “take you down” into a shared space of conversation and connection, this opening gathering reminds us there’s “nothing to get hung about” when collaboration leads the way—because building a resilient, forward-looking industry is something we do better together, Strawberry Fields forever.

Sponsor(s):

Cascade Hardwood

Opening Jam Welcome Reception

Pre-registration required

By invitation only

Thursday, September 17th

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Location

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Thursday, September 17th

7:00 AM - 8:30 AM

HCC Atrium Ballroom CF

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Sponsor(s):

Full Breakfast Buffet for all Attendees

8:30- 10:30 AM

HCC Atrium Ballroom ABDE

Details

Sponsor(s):

Baillie

Opening Session

10:30- 4 PM

HCC Hall A

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Sponsor(s):

Exhibit Showcase Open

10:45 AM - 4 PM

HCC- Room 1

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Sponsor(s):

National Inspector Connection Hub

10:45-11:45 AM

HCC- Suite 203

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Sponsor(s):

Ed Session

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

HCC Atrium Foyer

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Sponsor(s):

NHLA Registration Desk Open!

11:30 AM - 1 PM

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Sponsor(s):

Lunch Buffett

1:30- 2:30 PM

HCC- Suite 203

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Sponsor(s):

Ed Session

3:45- 5:00 PM

HCC Suite 201

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Sponsor(s):

Nyle Dry Kilns

NHLA ITS Alumni Reception

6:00- 10:00 PM

RNR HOF

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The Better Together Reception brings the NHLA community to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on Thursday, September 17, from 6–10 PM for a high-energy night of connection and conversation. Inspired by legendary rock partnerships—like Lennon & McCartney, Jagger & Richards, and Plant & Page—this networking reception celebrates the power of collaboration, where individual strengths come together to create something iconic. Join fellow members, partners, and industry leaders to spark new connections, strengthen existing ones, and reaffirm that the hardwood industry, like the greatest duos in rock history, is truly better together.

Sponsor(s):

NWH

Better Together Reception

Pre-registration required

By invitation only

Friday, September 18th

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Event

Location

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Friday, September 18th

8:00- 9:00 AM

HCC Atrium Ballroom CF

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Sponsor(s):

Breakfast Buffett

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

HCC Atrium Foyer

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Sponsor(s):

NHLA Registration Desk Open!

9:00- 10:30 AM

HCC Atrium Ballroom ABDE

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Sponsor(s):

General Session

10:30- 4 PM

HCC Hall A

Details

Sponsor(s):

Exhibit Hall Opens

10:45-11:45 AM

HCC- Suite 203

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Sponsor(s):

Ed Session

10:45- 4 PM

HCC- Room 2

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Sponsor(s):

National Inspector Connection Hub

11:30 AM - 1 PM

HCC Hall A

Details

Sponsor(s):

Lunch Buffett

1:30- 2:30 PM

HCC - Suite 203

Details

Sponsor(s):

Ed Session

6:00 - 10:00 PM

Hilton Hotel, Hope Ballroom, 3rd Floor

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Sponsor(s):

Encore Celebration

Pre-registration required

By invitation only

NHLA Chief Development Officer, John Hester

Have Questions About the Convention?

Whether you're attending the NHLA Convention for the first time or you’ve been with us for decades, we’re here to make your experience smooth and successful. Have questions about the schedule, registration, or what to expect? Reach out to our team directly.