FS Lumber Manufactures Association

MISSISSIPPI

Mississippi Lumber Manufacturers Association

BRANCHING OUT AND CULTIVATING FRIENDSHIPS

Ellery Jones, Executive Director, MLMA, MS Lumber Manufactures Assoc.

The Mississippi Lumber Manufacturers Association was founded in 1954 for pine manufacturers in Mississippi. MLMA moved to encompass hardwood manufacturers in 1978, representing all lumber producing areas in the state. Members of MLMA provide jobs and forest products used worldwide, generating a major economic impact. The mission of the association is to promote the lumber industry and ensure its sustainability for generations to come. Taking care of Mississippi's most renewable resource is part of MLMA’s history!

The backbone of the organization is comprised of 26 Mississippi Mill Members. Among them are many multi-generational family-owned sawmills, each with a rich history of unwavering support for MLMA. Not only are these members community leaders, but they also stand as industry pioneers, making them a valuable source of knowledge and experience for future lumber leaders.

In 2023, MLMA achieved remarkable milestones, showcasing its dedication to promoting partnerships and advancing lumber manufacturing.

One of this year’s most significant accomplishments for MLMA was hosting its largest convention and trade show to date in Biloxi, MS. This landmark event brought together over 800 attendees and 70 exhibitors, creating an unparalleled platform for

networking and collaboration within the forest products sector. This gathering allowed industry leaders, manufacturers, suppliers, and enthusiasts to meet, exchange ideas, and explore the latest innovations.

SCOTT WESBERRY WITH NETTERVILLE LUMBER COMPANY, TIM THORNBURGH WITH COOPER TIMBERLANDS CORP, AND TYLER WALLEY WITH RUTLAND LUMBER CO. ALL ENJOY CATCHING UP AT THE MLMA TRADE SHOW.

MLMA MEMBERS FROM ALL STAR FOREST PRODUCTS ATTEND RECEPTION SPONSORSHIP BY FORESTRY MUTUAL INSURANCE. PICTURE LEFT TO RIGHT: MARK HOFFMAN, BRECCA HOFFMAN, BILL PRICE, CHARLIE BARNES, SARAH PRICE AND PATRICK PRICE.

MLMA BOARD MEMBERS TOMMY STANSELL WITH VICKSBURG FOREST PRODUCT, TODD NODINE WITH HOOD INDUSTRIES, AND CHAD JOURDAN WITH UFP INDUSTRIES ATTEND THE PAST PRESIDENTS DINNER AT THE BEAU RIVAGE.

The convention and trade show emphasized MLMA's theme of branching out and cultivating friendships in the field. By providing a space for professionals to connect, the association facilitated new collaborations and strengthened existing ones. These relationships are crucial in driving innovation, sustainability, and growth in the lumber business, ensuring its continued success.

MLMA’s commitment to promoting partnerships and driving growth in lumber manufacturing encourages a bright and prosperous future for our nation’s forest products industry.