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What You’ll Learn Expanded Role of Inspection: Inspection is no longer just grading lumber — NHLA’s services go far beyond what was offered in the past. Consultative Value: NHLA inspectors act as business advisers—helping with quality control, marketing strategy, and connecting you with other businesses that can support your growth. Full Service Line-Up: • National Inspectors to assist when staff is stretched • Inspection Services to ensure grading accuracy, operational efficiency, and profitability • NHLA Certification Programs to demonstrate your business meets recognized standards • NHLA Grading Rules — the foundational standards for hardwood lumber measurement and inspection • Custom In-House Training tailored to your business’s unique needs • Yield & Quality Control analysis to improve efficiency and reduce waste Certification Programs: Dana will close the session by outlining how NHLA certification programs work, what benefits they offer, and how to get started. Why It’s Worth Your Time Upgrade your understanding of inspection from grading only to strategic resource. Discover practical tools to improve operations, marketing, and partnerships in the hardwood supply chain. Learn directly from Chief Inspector Dana Spessert and leave with actionable takeaways. Who Should Attend Business owners and operations leads in the hardwood industry Quality control, grading, and production staff Anyone considering or currently using NHLA inspection services or certification Learn all about our services at NHLA.com/Services Originally aired on September 24th, 2025