WRLA Toolbox: April 24, 2014
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Welcome to the ToolBox, your portal to WRLA member news and information within the LBM market. We invite you to learn more about what's going on within your association and the companies whose products and/or services you utilize.

What's Going On
Still time to reserve your seat for our Winnipeg Event - April 30th!

Must Register 
for more information visit www.wrla.org/nexgen or contact Krista at kristas@wrla.org

 

  
*Invoices and renewal papers have been mailed.*

Return your forms as soon as possible so we may update our information!

  
HIGHLIGHTS of MEMBER SERVICES & BENEFITS

  • WRLA Buying Show: Plan to attend the WRLA Buying Show January 22 & 23, 2015 in Calgary, Alberta.
  • Education: WRLA offers great education programs with generous member rebates.
  • Insurance: Our insurance programs offer the most competitive rates in Canada.
  • Bursaries and Scholarship: Since 1990 the WRLA has awarded over $380,000 in scholarships and bursaries to employees and their dependents of WRLA member companies.
  • Publications: WRLA will continue to bring you timely news coverage in the TOOLBOX enewsletter, WRLA TV and YardStick magazine and DIRECTORY.
  • Social Media: Stay engaged with your industry through WRLA – TV, FaceBook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
 

We're currently collecting Industry Memorabilia!

WRLA Members if you have any Company or Industry memorabilia such as Photos, Stories, Old Marketing Pieces, News Clippings or other documents dating as far back as you can remember we'd love to see them!

Please contact Caren Kelly at ckelly@wrla.org for more information.




 


WRLA is excited to host our Annual Buying Show in Calgary - January 2015!

Check out a quick Glimpse of this beautiful city on WRLA T.V

 

WRLA TV is a great place to find out what's happening in your Industry! 
Breaking News | Industry Announcements | Highlights from Industry Events |  AdvertisingNew Products Helpful Tips

CLICK HERE for our Media Kit and to find out how you can advertise on WRLA T.V!

CLICK HERE to Watch Now!


 


Got News?  Share it with us! 
And always watch for new videos and updates from the WRLA!

   

Help us get the word out about OUR Industry!

 
Industry News

Glen J. Middleton, President, HUB International STRATA Benefits Consulting (HUB STRATA) is pleased to announce the acquisition of the group retirement practice of Cusson & Anderson. Scott Anderson and Jennifer Kingsley have joined the HUB STRATA operation to provide clients with group retirement consulting services. The retirement consulting practice will provide local small businesses to large private and publicly traded businesses with retirement consulting solutions.

We're happy to share this news with you and we look forward to continuing our service to you in the future.


 
Calendar of Events



April 30, 2014
FREE NexGEN Networking Event - Winnipeg
Site Tours: Olympic Building Centre & JELD-WEN Windows & Doors
Dinner at Boa Lounge (Brooklyn's Bistro)

June 2 - 19, 2014
Retail Business Management Studies Program
www.wrla.org/education-a-training/education-calendar



To view the complete Events Calendar  CLICK HERE

 
Association Publications

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 averages 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 

 
WRLA Videos


Stay up-to-date on the latest industry news and events with our engaging new communication channel.

Have you watched the latest episode on our WRLA TV channel? Don't wait to take full advantage of this terrific media channel, one of the many benefits of your WRLA membership!

Check it out here!


 
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