Expand Your Knowledge, Expand Your Business
18 Sep, 2009 LDB SolutionsIt’s been a tough year for many in the green industry as the country weathered one of the worst economic crises in its history. However, we’re seeing signs of recovery – from better-than-expected new home sales to increased consumer confidence to fewer job cuts. This fall and winter are the perfect time to network with your peers, get cost-saving ideas and look forward to a busier 2010. Below are some of the industry conferences where you can do just that.
The Landscape Show
Oct. 1-3
Orlando, FL
The Landscape Show features 200,000 sq. ft. of trees, shrubs, equipment and more from more than 500 exhibitors. In addition to the trade show, numerous events promoting certification, industry and government surround the show, including Short Course sessions and free demonstrations held hourly each day.
WaterSmart Innovations Conference and Exposition
Oct. 7-9
Las Vegas, NV
The second WaterSmart Innovations Conference and Exposition will present a range of professional sessions in several education and training tracks. Presented by the Southern Nevada Water Authority in conjunction with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense Program and other organizations, WaterSmart Innovations is a non-profit event that serves to broaden knowledge of innovations in urban water efficiency and water conservation including products, programs, and outreach.
Green Industry Expo
Oct. 29-31
Louisville, KY
In addition to the numerous educational sessions and workshops that are the mainstay of the conference, there are plenty of opportunities for networking, including the Breakfast With Champions, an event held Thursday, Friday, and Saturday mornings, with more than 80 roundtable groups of colleagues discussing topics of interest to their businesses with industry experts. More than 600 exhibitors are expected, and equipment will be available for test drives outside.
TCI Expo
Nov. 5-7
Baltimore, MD
The Tree Care Industry Association bills TCI Expo as the world's largest tree care industry trade show and conference. It includes pre-conference workshops Nov. 3-4, more than 60 hours of education, ntworking opportunities and an expo filled with tre care industry vendors and manufacturers.
Irrigation Show 2009
Dec. 2-4
San Antonio, TX
The Irrigation Show includes more than 200,000 sq. ft. of the latest equipment and services for irrigation, educational classes, presentations on water management issues and best practices and the opportunity to become certified and earn CEUs.
Northern Green Expo
Jan. 6-8, 2010
Minneapolis, MN
Formerly the Minnesota Green Expo, the new name was adopted to recognize the increased level of regional participation in the show. The Northern Green Expo. The event focuses on the challenges and opportunities of Green Industry professionals who work in the northern climate.
The Mid-Atlantic Horticulture Short Course
Jan. 24-29, 2010
Virginia Beach, VA
One of the nation’s most comprehensive horticulture educational programs, the Mid-Atlantic Horticulture Short Course features national speakers, educational sessions and hands-on workshops related to the horticulture and landscape management Industries. The five-day conference is divided into industry-specific tracks, and participants can mix and match subject areas.
ANLA’s Management Clinic
Jan. 31 – Feb. 3
Louisville, KY
ANLA’s Management Clinic is dedicated exclusively to managing your business. The three days of the clinic are filled with more than 70 sessions and networking opportunities.
Landscape Industry Show
Feb. 3-4
Los Angeles, CA
The California Landscape Contractors Association’s Landscape Industry Show features award-winning displays, the latest landscape products and equipment, and educational seminars by some of the most respected experts in their fields. Now in its 31st year, it is the West’s largest and longest-running show.
New England Grows
Feb. 3-5, 2010
Boston, MA
More than 30 educational sessions are planned for New England Grows and 600 companies are expected to exhibit. The conference’s 2010 educational program is focused on sustainable, practical techniques that can immediately impact the bottom line. Sessions highlight new methods for battling insect pests and plant disease, eco-friendly landscape design, bare root transplanting, rigging techniques for arborists and new water conservation methods.
The Green Truck Summit and work Truck Show
March 9-12, 2010
St. Louis, MO
The National Truck Equipment Association (NTEA) and CALSTART have agreed to jointly produce The Green Truck Summit, held in conjunction with The Work Truck Show 2010 and 46th Annual NTEA Convention. The Green Truck Summit will take place March 9-10, 2010. The Work Truck Show 2010 runs March 10-12. The Green Truck Summit will be expanded to a day-and-a-half program to accommodate the increased content and networking opportunities that will be available to the industry. The Work Truck Show showcases more than 500,000 sq. ft. of Class 1-8 vocational trucks and equipment.
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