National Lumber & Building Material Dealers Association - NLBMDA

02/17/2026

NLBMDA mourns the loss of Austin Huskey. Austin was the third-generation owner of Huskey Building Supply, and we were honored to hear him speak at our 2025 ProDealer Industry Summit. He will be greatly missed by the LBM community.

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01/28/2026

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady this week, keeping rates at 3.5–3.75% as inflation remains elevated and economic growth continues to outpace expectations—factors closely watched by the lumber and building material industry. The decision, made amid heightened political pressure on the Fed, has important implications for housing demand, construction activity, and dealer financing costs.

The Federal Reserve declined to cut interest rates Wednesday, holding steady amid President Trump’s battle to exert more influence over the independent central bank. The Federal Open Market Committ…

11/11/2025

On this Veterans Day, the National Lumber and Building Material Dealers Association honors the courage, sacrifice, and service of all who have worn our nation’s uniform. We are deeply grateful for your dedication to protecting the freedoms we cherish.

10/13/2025

ProDealer 2025 Recap- Day 1: Thank you to all who joined us last week in Louisville!

On Wednesday, October 8, NLBMDA kicked off the 2025 ProDealer Industry Summit! We began the day with a tour of Falls City Lumber, then headed out to our opening networking reception at the Louisville Slugger Museum sponsored by LMC. The evening concluded with an LBM executive dinner at the Kentucky Derby Museum hosted by Do it Best and Misura Group. What a great way to network and explore our host city!

09/04/2025

NLBMDA sends our deepest condolences to the loved ones of Thomas V. Ransom. In addition to his lifetime of service to his hometown of Frankfort, Indiana, he also served as chairman of the board of Kramer Brothers Lumber Company, a member of the Midwest Building Suppliers Association. For more about Tom, please visit the funeral home website.

View Thomas V. Ransom's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

08/18/2025

Missed the webinar? Don't worry, you can watch the recording! Learn more about how Layman's Lumber Guide can help your business and access a special NLBMDA member benefit:

- One-month FREE trial of Layman’s Lumber Guide
- 20% off all annual paid-in-full memberships after the trial
- Half of your discount goes to you—the other half will be donated to NLBMDA to support our advocacy work on behalf of the lumber industry

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Get the Inside Scoop on the Lumber Market! NLBMDA has partnered with Layman’s Lumber Guide to bring members an exclusive webinar you won’t want to miss.

Join Matt Layman, Publisher & Owner, as he breaks down the latest trends, insights, and forecasts across the lumber industry—from Southern Yellow Pine to Canadian SPF and OSB. Learn how to turn market data into smart, strategic decisions for your business. Tune in on Tuesday, August 5 at 1:00 PM ET.

Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve—register now!

https://smithbucklin.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CFbuhE-DRhaM0moWtuYJOQ #/registration

08/15/2025

🏆 Join us at the ProDealer Awards Dinner as we celebrate this year’s ProDealer of the Year winners! Be inspired by their stories, learn from their experiences, and connect with industry leaders during this unforgettable evening.

📅 Don’t miss it—register now to be part of the celebration!
https://www.prodealer.com/2025

07/31/2025

Some fascinating insights from NetNow on how credit has transformed the LBM industry. We love to hear our members' expertise.

A conversation with Nauman Hafeez revolves around credit and risk.

07/30/2025

Get the Inside Scoop on the Lumber Market! NLBMDA has partnered with Layman’s Lumber Guide to bring members an exclusive webinar you won’t want to miss.

Join Matt Layman, Publisher & Owner, as he breaks down the latest trends, insights, and forecasts across the lumber industry—from Southern Yellow Pine to Canadian SPF and OSB. Learn how to turn market data into smart, strategic decisions for your business. Tune in on Tuesday, August 5 at 1:00 PM ET.

Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve—register now!

https://smithbucklin.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CFbuhE-DRhaM0moWtuYJOQ #/registration

07/29/2025

Last Chance for ProDealer Early Bird Registration!

The Pro Dealer Industry Summit is an opportunity to drive your business forward! This premier industry event is an exclusive, live educational forum designed to promote the growth of lumber & building product dealers, distributors, wholesalers, and the manufacturers who supply them. Register by Friday, August 1 for an exclusive discount!

https://www.prodealer.com/2025/register25

07/24/2025

Want to know how industry leaders are actually using tech to grow smarter and faster?

At the ProDealer Industry Summit, top execs reveal how technology, automation, and data are redefining the way we work, build, and grow. Learn what’s working, what’s next, and how to get ahead.

Register today: https://www.prodealer.com/2025/register25