The LMC Annual in Chicago is weeks away and the industry’s top dealers prepare to gather for this unmissable event. LMC membership represents the strongest businesses in the LBM industry, and the Annual is where that strength compounds. This year’s gathering provides LMC Dealers exactly what sets them apart from the rest: exclusive savings, direct access to hundreds of supplier partners, education to accelerate growth, and valuable prizes throughout the event. McCormick Place will be filled with the most successful dealers in the industry. At the LMC Annual from March 10-12 in Chicago, the connections made and insights gained create advantages that truly embody LMC’s motto of Building Business Together.
Before diving into three days of business, dealers sharpen their skills in the classroom. There are over 20 curated educational sessions and panels designed to fit each dealer’s unique business needs. Highlights include LMC’s Kitchen & Bath department’s exclusive designer training, “Marketing = ROI,” “Lumber Market Insights: Navigating Change & Capitalizing on Futures,” and an inspiring panel discussion, “Women Building the Future: Voices from the Industry,” featuring women leaders from across the LBM network.
Armed with fresh insights, dealers head to the show floor to put their knowledge into action. The Annual brings together the best of the industry, with hundreds of vendors from across the lumber and building materials sectors. Dealers get exclusive pricing from vendors with guidance from LMC staff. The atmosphere encourages constant networking, helping dealers build new relationships and strengthen existing partnerships.
An exciting highlight is the New Products Area, where suppliers showcase their most innovative new products for 2026. Dealers get to see cutting-edge solutions that help keep their businesses strong—and vote for their top three favorites. Suppliers can win this title; Dealers can win amazing giveaways and prizes!
After conducting business, it’s time to celebrate. It wouldn’t be an LMC event without the evening celebration. To commemorate the power of the network coming together, guests will dance the night away at the iconic House of Blues with Chicago’s premier 80’s cover band, Sixteen Candles. Singing along to classics with the people who keep business strong is what LMC is all about, business by day, party by night.
The final morning brings the event full circle with words from LMC’s leadership. LMC’s CEO & President Paul Ryan will address Dealers during his keynote breakfast. The morning will begin with insight, inspiration, and a look ahead at LMC’s future. Following Paul is LMC keynote speaker, Ryan Manion. Ryan is a nationally recognized advocate for veterans and families of the fallen and CEO of the Travis Manion Foundation. Ryan will share her powerful message of leadership, resilience, and service that will set the tone for the remainder of the Annual.
This event is what shapes the future and continues to position LMC and its members as the best of the best.
About LMC
LMC is the leading and longest-standing Forest Products and Building Materials Buying Group in the U.S., proudly serving independent lumber and building material dealers since 1935. In addition to our core dealer base, we’ve long supported component manufacturers and have expanded to serve millwork shops, gypsum specialists, commercial packaging companies, and post-frame building manufacturers, and most recently adding modular manufacturers. As a dealer-owned cooperative, LMC is built on the belief that we’re stronger together. Our motto, “Building Business Together,” reflects a 90-year legacy of partnership, shared success, and industry leadership. United in their purchasing power, LMC members gain exclusive supplier access, product advantages, and the tools to grow stronger and more profitable. With a national footprint and forward-looking approach, LMC continues to lead with dealer driven innovation. Learn more at www.lmc.net or follow LMC on Facebook, Instagram,
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