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WINSTON DEPEW

executive vice president

fi N MARCH lsr of rhis year, I as- V sumed the position and responsibilities as executive vice president of the Lumbermen's Association of Texas. These are changing times for Texas and different from what we have been used to in the past. Our state will face the most dramatic changes in its history over the next decade and this association has the opportunity to play a vital role in shaping the future for the industries it represents. Naturally, I am pleased to have the chance to have a small part in this process, but, in addition, I sincerely feel honored on being selected to serve in this capacity.

The Lumbermen's Association of Texas is steeped in strong traditions with a long history of positive contributions to this state. With that as our foundation,

Texas Association Gonvention

The Lumbermen's Association of Texas will hold its 1988 convention in San Antonio, April 15-17, with the Marriott Riverwalk as headquarters hotel.

Business meetings and exhibits will be at the newly remodeled Convention Center. Speakers include Don C. Reynolds giving a Texas bus- we can move into a new era with optimism. For Texas today is changing from an economy heavily dominated by oil, gas and agriculture into one that expands to provide new services and new jobs. These new jobs will produce money in the pockets of Texans who need the products and services provided by this industry. iness forecast; Jim Pence talking about measuring people, problems and profits,and Jeremiah J. Attridge discussing how to sell against price competition.

The association must recognize these changes, anticipate the needs of the members and respond appropriately. Acting, instead of reacting, by providing cost-effective member services which include a dynamic and on-going legislative program. Change is inevitable and our challenge is to manage change rather than be manipulated by it. The officers, directors and staff of the Lumbermen's Association of Texas accept the challenge and look forward to the rewards and opportunities ahead. We eagerly accept the challenge of change.

Nearly 200 exhibitors have booked space in the exposition, according to the convention committee which includes Jimmy Galbraith III, Brazos Guido. Robert Pool, Allan Ritter.