Exhibitor Contracts and Invoices must be signed, paid and returned to me no later than October 31st, 2012 in order to appear in the January Show issue of the Yardstick.

*Invoices are now past due*

All exhibitor information can be found by following this link     

Click here to read the Top 5 Rules & Regs - please pass on to all booth personnel

Floor Plan

Online registration for your name badges and evening events will soon be available on the Prairie Showcase website.

Thank you!

It is important that you review and return to:

Lannie Mertz
WRLA Inc. Western Retail Lumber Association Inc.
1004-213 Notre Dame Ave
Winnipeg, Mb R3B 1N3
Fax: 204.947.5195
email: lmertz@wrla.org

*Please Note:  For those making full payments please do not submit anything until you have recieved an invoice.

The WRLA and R i n g e r s have joined forces to provide WRLA members with the best telephone mystery shop service in Western Canada.

CLICK HERE to register or to find out more!

WRLA Prairie Showcase Buying Show and Convention Announces
Move to Calgary for 2015 and beyond

October 17, 2012 (Winnipeg, MB) -Western Retail Lumber Association Inc. (WRLA) Board of Directors are pleased to announce the Prairie Showcase Buying Show and Convention, Western Canada’s premiere building materials event, will move to its new location in Calgary, Alberta for 2015, 2016 & 2017.

"As this event continues to expand, not only in size but in relevance and scope, it made sense to bring it to Calgary," said Gary Hamilton, President of the WRLA. "This event is an integral part of the WRLA and enables our members to effectively compete and grow their business in a rapidly changing business environment."

"This move will allow for an innovative floor plan combined with enhanced networking opportunities for our delegates to experience", says Caren Kelly, Show Manager.

"We are extremely excited Calgary has been chosen to host the WRLA Prairie Showcase Buying Show & Convention for three years commencing in 2015. We are confident WRLA will meet its growth expectations by selecting Calgary and we are eager to collaborate with you to ensure a most successful event!" says Jennifer Stewart, Business Development Manager for Meetings and Conventions Calgary!

Click Here to see the Official News Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  

DUBLIN, Calif., October 15, 2012 -- Epicor Software Corporation, a global leader in business software solutions for manufacturing, distribution, retail and services organizations, today announced that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of Solarsoft Business Systems. Epicor also announced preliminary financial results for its fiscal 2012 full year ended on September 30.

Epicor completed its acquisition of Solarsoft Business Systems for $155 million which was funded with cash on hand and a draw on an existing revolving credit facility of $69 million. As previously stated in the news release "Epicor to Acquire Solarsoft Business Systems," issued on September 13, 2012, the acquisition of Solarsoft extends Epicor’s position as a leading provider of complete end-to-end enterprise business solutions for discrete manufacturing and distribution and wholesale management solutions in key vertical industries including lumber and building materials, automotive, and print and packaging. Jefferies & Company, Inc. acted as sole financial advisor to Epicor Software Corporation.

"This acquisition strengthens our leadership in the manufacturing and distribution segments worldwide," said Pervez Qureshi, CEO and president of Epicor. "The addition of Solarsoft extends our innovative software offerings to a broader range of customers and industries—from automotive parts to packaging to life sciences, from food and beverage to electrical components to lumber and building materials. These solutions, which enable customers to monitor business and boost operating efficiency, are well aligned to Epicor offerings. We are pleased to have completed this acquisition slightly ahead of schedule and excited to begin the process of integrating Solarsoft with Epicor."

To read the Full PDF. News Release please CLICK HERE

THE 17th ANNUAL HARDLINES CONFERENCE
Oct 25-25, 2012. Toronto, Ontario.

The Hardlines Conference is next week!
Don't pass up this incredible opportunity to see:

Stay current with what's happening in your industry by watching WRLA's monthly video update. 

In this month's video: 

• Ringers Telephone Mystery Shopping Program 
  
  
•  Prairie Showcase 2013
  
  
• Upcoming Plumbing & Electrical Workshops

Click here to watch our latest video 

Support your association and broadcast your business to hundreds of decision-makers in the lumber industry. Advertising opportunities are still available in several WRLA publications:

The YardStick: The YardStick is sent to more than 1,200 members firms every other month. Advertising in the largest issue of The YardStick, the Prairie Showcase edition, is a great way to reinforce your marketing message with hundreds of decision-makers who regularly read this magazine while supporting WRLA. Ads booked within the print edition automatically appear (linked to the website or email of your choice) in the digital edition, which is read by more than 500 visitors each issue. Exclusive online ad positions are also available within every digital edition.

The Toolbox: Delivered directly to the inboxes of more than 1,200 lumber managers and professionals, this weekly e-newsletter offers consistent access to the individuals who rely on your products and services to run their businesses.

Directory & Product Source Guide: WRLA is the largest retail lumber association on the Prairies, with its membership representing 85% of the industry. All of our members are included in this annual directory and all keep this publication handy year-round. Make sure your business stands out in this resource by purchasing a display advertisement.

WRLA.org: Our website average more than 3,000 visits per month! Advertising space is available on the home and sub-pages of WRLA.org. Ads rotate on the home page and sub pages, expanding your exposure to site visitors at an affordable price.

WRLA-TV: Introducing the NEW WRLA-TV Banner Sponsorship. Our online TV and banners offer your brand high visibility on the WRLA homepage. Your branding and action oriented banner is featured every time WRLA-TV’s videos are played by our audience, leaving them one-click away from your website‘s landing page.

For more information about these opportunities, click here for the media kit or contact:

Kim Davies
Project Manager
(800) 665-2456, ext. 423
kdavies@naylor.com