Convention moves forward

NSSGA's annual convention, held here in Tampa, Fla., is a who's who aggregates producers from around the country. It has been a pleasure seeing old friends and meeting new ones as well, such as Jason Willets, the new crushed stone specialist at USGS. Yesterday's main event was the opening-session keynote address by Jason Jennings, one of the nation's top business gurus. He spoke about his research on the secrets of successful companies. The day was also filled with committee meetings, and capped by an outdoor reception. I heard that Lafarge has finally closed its deal to acquire Joliet Sand & Gravel in Illinois, a great strategic acquisition. Your comment?