This is Your Association

Explore Our Membership Categories & Empower Your Business Growth

The National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA) is the industry-leading platform for hardwood businesses across the globe. NHLA members come together to address the most pressing industry, regional, and global issues by networking, learning, and sharing knowledge from across the hardwood supply chain. By joining NHLA, you gain access to exclusive resources and expertise that help propel your business forward and shape the future of the hardwood industry.

Our membership categories are designed to meet the diverse needs of the hardwood industry, spanning every aspect of the supply chain. Whether you’re a sawmill, distributor, manufacturer, or researcher, NHLA has a membership option that’s tailored to your specific needs, offering education, networking, and advocacy to help you thrive.

NHLA Member of the Month

We are proud to recognize Newman Lumber Company as our Member of the Month. Thank you for an incredible 48 years of membership!

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Active Member

Sawmills, Concentration Yards & Distributors

Is your company based in the United States or Canada, and does it manufacture, custom kiln dry, wholesale, or distribute hardwood lumber, plywood, or related products?

Associate Member

Lumber Users

Does your company manufacture cabinets, flooring, furniture, molding, millwork, and/or pallets?

Sustaining Member

Equipment & Service Providers

Does your company supply services, materials, or equipment to the Active or Associate Members of NHLA?

Partner Member

International Hardwood Producers

Is your company based outside of the United States or Canada and does it manufacture, custom kiln dry, wholesale, or distribute hardwood lumber, plywood, or related products?

Inspector Member

Individuals & ITS Alumni

Do you grade lumber for an Active or Associate Member of the NHLA?

Research Member

Academics & Associations

Are you an individual or organization that conducts research on North American forestry or product utilization?

Have any questions about Membership with NHLA? Contact a member of the Business Development Team.

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John Hester

Chief Development Officer
901-399-7558