The Toolbox

Western Retail Lumber Association

WRLA Toolbox: March 26, 2015
What's Going On

Have you reserved your booth for the 2016 WRLA Buying Show?
DEADLINE is Monday, March 30th
CLICK HERE to Reserve Space 

Visit the link below for the Post Show Report and Renewal  
www.wrla.org/exhibitors/exhibitor-guide
 

Take advantage of some of the most competitive rates available on shipping services with the UPS Members Benefit Program

Small Packages Services                
30% off shipments within Canada
30% off shipments to the US
30% off shipments to worldwide destinations
25% off imports into Canada

Freight Services 
Savings start at 70% off heavyweight, LTL shipments
Freight Collect 3rd Party Surcharge - 100% discount

You can receive these discounts even if you already have a UPS account!
It’s FREE to sign up and there are no minimum shipping requirements.

Plus, UPS is committed to providing value that goes beyond cost and on-time delivery. Customized solutions and reliable services for shipping, tracking and billing drive greater efficiency and streamline internal processes.

To enroll and start saving, visit www.membersbenefitprogram.com/WRLA or call1-800-MEMBERS (1-800-636-2377)
 

WRLA can help you find the right employee!

All Members can post Career Opportunities, For Sale & Wanted ads directly on the WRLA website - at no charge!

CLICK HERE to view a list of current Career Opportunities
 


Have an opening? CLICK HERE to learn more about advertising your career opportunity with the WRLA. 

 

We'll be releasing all new Episodes throughout the
Spring & Summer!



Want to know what's happening in your Industry?
Visit: http://videos.wrla.org/home today!

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 Product Promos | Featured Merchandise | Sales | General Updates
 
Industry News

The BSIA Westcoast Building & Hardware Show featuring New & Innovative Products is happening this Saturday, March 27th from 8:30am - 4:30pm in Shannon Hall at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey, BC.

"We are inviting all of our members from across the Province and Canada to join us at our Westcoast Building and Hardware New Innovative Products Show. Retailers, come and see the new & innovative products on display with complimentary entrance into the show. Including coffee, treats and a free lunch. With each registration up to the first 50 stores, you will receive 2 complimentary tickets to Fraser Down for a Night at the Races starting right after the show, which includes the races, a buffet & program."

Visit www.bsiabc.ca/trade-show.html for more details!

The WRLA Team sends our support and wishes you all a fantastic weekend of Networking & Buying!

 
NRHA Monthly Tips – March 2015

A look at Starbucks’ business offers lessons on retailing, such as how to effectively run a company, treat customers and manage employees.The coffee shop powerhouse is present in over 65 countries, operates more than 21,000 stores and experienced 11 percent sales growth in 2014, according to Starbuck’s annual report.

Here are 10 Retailing Tips WRLA Members could learn from Starbucks!

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/wrl/articles/toolbox-v6.asp?aid=313883&issueID=36462 to view the full article online.

 
Calendar of Events

UPCOMING EVENTS


March 27, 2015
Westcoast Building & Hardware Show featuring New & Innovative Products
Cloverdale Fair Grounds
Surrey, BC
www.bsiabc.ca

April 19 - 20, 2015
Federated Co-op Market
Prairieland Park, Saskatoon

April 11 - 13, 2015
TruServ Canada Spring  Market
RBC Winnipeg Convention Centre, Winnipeg, MB

April 18 - 21, 2015
Home Hardware Spring Market
St. Jacobs, ON

August 18, 2015
WRLA Memorial Golf Tournament
The Links at Quarry Oaks – Steinbach, MB

August 27-29, 2015
Orgill Fall Market
New Orleans

September 3, 2015
WRLA Calgary Classic
Sundre, MB

September 16, 2015
WRLA Kenosee Golf Tournament
Kenosee Lake, SK

To view all upcoming WRLA events please CLICK HERE
 
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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