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By FRANK DAVIS executive vice president

D AY Spelts. president of the Ari- l\ zona Lumber and Builders Supply Assn, f nc. for 1973-1974 will preside at all business programs at our 53id annual convention May l6-18 at the Scottsdale Hilton, Scottsdale Arizona.

Ray is a pioneer in the building material industry, having spent 47 years in the industry.

He has been manager ofthe Economy Lumber Co. Yuma, for the past nine vears and has been verv active and hard working in ALBSA a6'airs for the past eight years.

The convention kicks off on Thurs- day, May 16, with our annual golf tournament, set for McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale. Evening lestivities begin with a bang with our always popular Western Steak Fry, preceded by cocktails at 5:30 p.m.

Business session begins the next day with Harry E. Olson, Jr. as the keynote speaker. This dynamic orator is the director of the Executive Proqram Center, Minneapolis, Mn. A panei discussion follows on the energy crisis. moderated by Dick Snyder, exec. v.p., National Lumber & nuitOing Material Dealers Assn. Another panel follows that afternoon on Employee and Employer Relations.Moderator is Chuck Bivenour, exec. v.p., Thoren

Western Building Material Association

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By R0SS KINCAID executive vice president

BMA's first Alaska Marketine Conference in Anchorage, Febl ll-15 got under way in an enjoyable fashion.

The kick-off event attracted l5l Alaskans and Pacific Northwest visitors to an excellent dinner, elegant table wine courtesy of Alaska WBMA members, and an inspiring speech by Alaska's colorful Lt. Gov. "Red" Boucher.

First time visitors to Alaska were initiated into the "Order of the Walrus" by Lt. Gov. Boucher assisted by "Rose" the official greeter of Anchorage.

Tuesday morning, Bob Anderson of Union Oil Co. presented a comprehen- sive report on the status of the Alaska pipe line.

Later, eight roundtable groups discussed currently important topics such as upgrading management and other personnel; better use of available cooperative advertising, literature, displays and other aids; how can supplier calls on retailers be made more productive; and the problems and opportunities resulting from the energy crisis.

Exhibits and exhibit conference rooms of l9 supplier firms were open during the afternoon hours and during the evening for invited contractors and architects.

Wednesday morning, Anchorage Mayor George Sullivan spoke on "Anchorage and Its Future" and WBMA member James Campbell of Spenard Builders Supply and Mayor pro tem eave his views on "Doine Business in Alaska."

Consulting Group, Inc., Tempe, Az.

The speaker for the dinner Friday night will be Arthur Holst, president, Promotivation, Inc. Holst is also a pro football league official.

The Saturday breakfast business session opens with a V.l.P., John J. Rhodes, a member of the United States House of Representatives from Arizona and House Minority Leader, Washington, D.C.

Former managing officer of the Mountain States Lumber Dealers Assn., Chet Nortz, who is also the president of Management Consultants, Inc., speaks later than morning on financial management.

Saturday afternoon is open and the evening is devoted to the annual banquet, at which a number of industry awards to leading industry members will be made.

It promises to be another really excellent convention, both informative and entertaining. Be sure and get your reservations in early, and we'll see you all at the Scottsdale Hilton.

Color slides and movies of Alaska concluded this morning's very interesting program. The women enjoyed a special luncheon this day. Exhibits were again open this afternoon.

Almost everyone toured next day to Portaee Glacier and Mt. Alveska - a very jnjoyable six hour trip despite the lalling snow and cool weather. Tour buses were provided through the courtesy ol the Midnite Sun Hoo-Hoo Club. Following brunch on Friday morning everyone braved the elements to see the start of the Fur Rendezvous Doe Sled Races in downtown Anchorage. -

Following the Alaska Marketing Conlerence, 64 Western Exploraires flew on to Kauai, Hawaii for a three-day management seminar.

Although the 80-plus degree weather was perfect, the classes were filled as Bob Mullen, Western regional manager for Armstrong Cork Co. led the WBMA group through a great seminar.

It was an "involvement" type workshop and at the close, everyone had high praise for a truly productive experiencethanks to Bob Mullen!