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SUMMARY:2022 Emerging Leaders Fall Summit
DESCRIPTION:Register today for the Fall Leadership Summit on November 18 at 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the GFA Headquarters in Forsyth. \nGFA’s Emerging Leaders is hosting a special Fall Leadership Summit with guest speakers Stephanie Stuckey\, CEO of Stuckey’s Corporation\, and Tim Lowrimore\, Director of the Georgia Forestry Commission. \nAttending in Person?  \nThe event will be located at the Georgia Forestry Association’s headquarters in Forsyth\, Georgia (North of Macon on I-75 at Exit 188). Use the address below to navigate to our office. \n551 N Frontage Road\nForsyth\, GA 31029 \nAttending Virtually? \nYou can access the event via Zoom using the link below. If you have any connectivity issues\, contact Mike Gregory at mike@gfagrow.org or 404-781-5227. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81436779974?pwd=Yktob3pJOGl4a0NrZ2ViOXJLZVFpdz09 \nMeeting ID: 814 3677 9974\nPasscode: 642591 \nNeed Continuing Forestry Education Credits?  \nIf you are attending in-person\, you must sign the sign-in sheet prior to the event. If you attending virtually\, you must contact Tim Miller at tim@gfagrow.org with your RF number following the event. \n 
URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/2022-emerging-leaders-fall-summit/
LOCATION:Georgia Forestry Association\, 551 N Frontage Rd\, Forsyth\, GA\, 31029\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Forestry Education,Georgia Forestry Association
ORGANIZER;CN="Emerging Leaders":MAILTO:tim@gfagrow.org
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SUMMARY:Q4: Virtual Member Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to present the speakers for our upcoming GFA Member Town Hall on November 10\, 2021. You must RSVP to attend this fully virtual event. If you have any questions\, contact Director of Membership Tim Miller at tim@gfagrow.org. \n9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | MANUFACTURING & OPERATIONS\nManufacturing Innovations – Framing the Future of Forest Products \nScientists are studying ways to maximize wood fiber as a sustainable alternative to traditionally carbon intensive materials. From replacing chip bags to enhancing the safety of our automobiles\, learn about the innovative applications of wood and nanocellulose that are shaping our future and driving demand for forest products. \n\nDr. Carson Meredith\, Executive Director\, Renewable Bioproducts Institute\, Georgia Institute of Technology\n\nREGISTER TODAY  ➝\n\n11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | LANDOWNERS & MANAGERS \nBirding – Exploring Non-Timber Revenue Opportunities on Your Land \nGeorgia’s forest landowners and managers are facing increased pressure from market and supply chain challenges\, taxation and increased urbanization. Landowners must take advantage of opportunities to leverage the value of their land\, and that means thinking creatively about non-timber revenue potential. Learn from wildlife experts about opportunities to build value on your land by connecting an ever-growing community of birders to opportunities on private land. \n\nAdam Betuel\, Director of Conservation\, Georgia Audubon Society\nDr. Bob Sargent\, Program manager\, Georgia Department of Natural Resources\, Wildlife Resources Division\n\nREGISTER TODAY ➝
URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/q4-virtual-member-town-hall/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Georgia Forestry Association
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georgia Forestry Association":MAILTO:michele@gfagrow.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210719
DTSTAMP:20260430T205213
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SUMMARY:2021 GFA Annual Conference
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URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/2021-gfa-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa\, Two Grasslawn Ave\, Hilton Head Island\, SC\, 29928\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Forestry Education,Continuing Logger Education,Georgia Forestry Association
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georgia Forestry Association":MAILTO:michele@gfagrow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210707T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210707T120000
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SUMMARY:GFA Virtual Member Town Hall | Landowners & Managers
DESCRIPTION:Guest Speaker Vince Stanley of Stanley Farms \nJoin fellow GFA Landowners and Managers to hear from Vince Stanley\, a family farm owner and manager from Lyons\, GA\, and a new GFA Landowner Member. He will provide a background on Stanley Farms and discuss their company’s journey in managing their timberland assets. \nThis meeting will be an interactive meeting in Zoom with opportunities for Q&A. A recording for GFA members will be avialble for viewing following the event. You must RSVP to attend below and an email will be sent with instructions on how to log into the event. \nRSVP TODAY →
URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/gfa-virtual-member-town-hall-landowners-managers/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Georgia Forestry Association
ORGANIZER;CN="Georgia Forestry Association":MAILTO:michele@gfagrow.org
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SUMMARY:GFA Virtual Member Town Hall | Operations & Manufacturing
DESCRIPTION:Guest Speaker Thomas Mende of Binderholz Timber\nJoin fellow Operations (loggers\, wood dealers\, logistics\, etc.) and Manufacturing (forest product companies) members to hear from Thomas Mende\, President & CEO of Binderholz Timber\, Inc. In 2019\, Binderholz acquired Klausner Lumber One sawmills in Live Oak\, FL and Enfield\, NC. Mende will provide a background on the company and discuss the mass timber market in the Southeast. \nThis meeting will be an interactive meeting in Zoom with opportunities for Q&A. A recording for GFA members will be avialble for viewing following the event. You must RSVP to attend below and an email will be sent with instructions on how to log into the event. \nRSVP TODAY →
URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/gfa-virtual-member-town-hall-operations-manufacturing/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Georgia Forestry Association
ORGANIZER;CN="Georgia Forestry Association":MAILTO:michele@gfagrow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T140000
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SUMMARY:GFA Emerging Leaders: Fall Virtual Summit
DESCRIPTION:People First: A Focus on Servant Leadership\n \nSpecial Guest Speaker:\nStewart Vernon\nFounder and COO of American Swimming Pool Company\n  \nJoin the Georgia Forestry Association’s Emerging Leaders on Dec. 10 at 2:00 p.m. for a special virtual Fall Leadership Summit with guest speaker Stewart Vernon\, Founder and CEO of American Swimming Pool Company. This live webinar will include the opportunity for Q&A. \nStewart C. Vernon is the Founder and CEO of America’s Swimming Pool Company (ASP)\, the nation’s largest swimming pool cleaning\, repair\, and renovation franchise system. Vernon currently serves as the COO and CFO of ASP. He is also a founding partner of Classic Overland\, a car import company\, KUDU Outdoor Grills\, and Central Piedmont Investment Group\, an Angel Investment Firm. In addition\, Mr. Vernon is a professional speaker with adequate experience in serving as a keynote speaker for occasions. \nAttendees must register for this event. Click here to register today →
URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/gfa-emerging-leaders-fall-virtual-summit/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Georgia Forestry Association
ORGANIZER;CN="Emerging Leaders":MAILTO:mike@gfagrow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200930T100000
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SUMMARY:2020 Georgia Prescribed Fire Council Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Georgia Prescribed Fire Council invites you to attend its 2020 Statewide Annual Meeting on Wednesday\, September 30th. This year’s event will be virtual and there is no cost to participate. There will be a normal full agenda of speakers with live interaction from the audience available for questions and comments. \nFeatured speakers include Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and USDA Secretary Sonny Perdue. To see the full list of speakers and the full agenda\, click here. To register for the event\, visit: www.garxfire.com/events.
URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/2020-georgia-prescribed-fire-council-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Continuing Forestry Education,Continuing Logger Education,Georgia Forestry Association
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200731
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SUMMARY:American Forestry Conference
DESCRIPTION:America’s working forests and forest product industries are poised to play a critical role in fueling the recovery of the U.S. economy – and\, once again\, fortifying our great nation. On July 27-30\, 2020\, join national leaders and experts in forest business\, economics\, and public policy to gain critical insight into the current state of America’s forestry economy and the outlook for forestry investments. \n4 days\n+35 Speakers\n16 Education Credits\nVisit www.americanforestryconference.com for more information.
URL:https://gfagrow.org/event/2020-annual-conference-now-american-forestry-conference/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Continuing Forestry Education,Georgia Forestry Association
ORGANIZER;CN="Michele Lawson":MAILTO:michele@gfagrow.org
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