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Sessions (60)

The Landscape Show/SHARE Golf Tournament (Room Rosen Shingle Creek)

03 Oct 18
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
7:30 - 8:00 a.m.: Arrival and sign-in. 8:00 a.m.: Shotgun start, scramble format. Registration includes green and cart fees and a lunch buff... More...

Irrigation Technician’s Foundation Workshop (Room Orange County Extension Services, 6021 S Conway Rd)

03 Oct 18
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Maintenance

Speaker(s): Brian Walker
Water source, pipe sizing, and elevation changes affect the efficiency and performance of the sprinklers.  Attendees will find the technicians... More...

Irrigation Technician Advanced Workshop (Room Orange County Extension Services, 6021 S Conway Rd)

03 Oct 18
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Speaker(s): Kurt Thompson
Take a hands-on approach to using valves, controllers, meters, wire, etc. in a hands-on format.  Come learn a standard process of diagnosing t... More...

Morning Coffee (Room Exhibit Hall A - Front Entrance)

04 Oct 18
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Grab a cup of coffee and chat with others as #TLS18 kicks off.  Sponsored by:  More...

Bidding Strategies for Landscape and Irrigation Contractors (Room S230D)

04 Oct 18
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Business, Contractor

Speaker(s): Kurt Thompson
Developing a proper pricing strategy can sometime seem overwhelming and complicated. Wrong decisions can not only affect a company’s net inco... More...

FNGLA Certification Showcase Open (Room Booth #1085)

04 Oct 18
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Business, Contractor, Design, Maintenance, Plants

Certified Professionals have their own meeting place at The Landscape Show. Have questions about your certification? Want to know the nex... More...

Full Day Design Seminar: Basic Drafting and Design (Room S230A)

04 Oct 18
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: Design

Speaker(s): Bill Slack ; Richard Ludwig ; Vicki Proano
Make your landscape design presentations go from mediocre to magnificent by learning the fundamentals of speed graphics, bold symbols, and high-spe... More...

Lean Landscaping (Room S230E)

04 Oct 18
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Business, Contractor

Speaker(s): Mark Bradley ; Tony Bass
Looking for ways to work less but still increase profits?  A Lean Landscape Production system is a waste reduction and continuous improvement ... More...

Plant Showcase: It’s All About the Plants! (Room S230C)

04 Oct 18
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Plants

Speaker(s): Eric Schmidt ; Jim Berry ; Kevin Kenworthy
This fast-paced workshop is all about the plants!  Come get inspired to use more color and creativity in your landscape designs to create beau... More...

Transportation and Safety: DOT Do’s and Don’ts (Room S230B)

04 Oct 18
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Business, Contractor, Maintenance

Speaker(s): Casey Moore ; Diana Morales ; Natalie Ruff
This session will share the DOT Do’s and Don’t for service vehicles as well as information on compliance by landscape firms and product... More...

Idea Sharing Session - Easy & Mystical Water Garden Plants (Room TLS Connection Zone)

04 Oct 18
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Join the conversation, share an idea, ask a question.  Open to all, just take a seat. Topic - Easy & Mystical Water Garden Plants. S... More...

Idea Sharing Session - Foodscaping: Growing Food in the Landscape (Room TLS Connection Zone)

04 Oct 18
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Join the conversation, share an idea, ask a question.  Open to all, just take a seat. Topic -  Foodscaping: Growing Food in the Landsc... More...

Agriculture Communicators of Florida Candidates Forum (Room S310)

04 Oct 18
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
For nearly two decades, the Farm Credit - Agriculture Communicators of Florida Candidates Forum has connected Florida's farmers, ranchers, and ... More...

"Discovering FNGLA" Orientation Session (Room Show Floor, Workshop Area #2)

04 Oct 18
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Ever wonder what FNGLA membership offers? Be sure to attend “Discovering FNGLA” orientation sessions at The 2018 Landscape Show. Whe... More...

Color Trends (Room S230E)

04 Oct 18
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: Business

Speaker(s): Laurie Pressman
Take a behind-the-scenes view into the selection of the PANTONE Color of the Year.  This 90-minute presentation will explore 2019 color tr... More...

Designing Landscapes From North to South (Room S230D)

04 Oct 18
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: Design

Speaker(s): Bree Ross-Stern ; Christopher Nelson ; Craig Reynolds ; Jamie Ross ; Kaitlin Ross ; Rick Conant
A fine artist and a landscape architect, there is a combination of art and science that goes into every landscape design.   This session ... More...

Hops – Alternative Crop for Florida (Room S230C)

04 Oct 18
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: Plants

Speaker(s): Leonard Gude ; Richard Smith
Many Florida growers are eyeing Hops as a new niche crop and looking to tap into the country's expanding craft beer-brewing business.  Thi... More...

How to Attract & Hire Awesome Team (Room S230F)

04 Oct 18
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: Business

Speaker(s): Danny Kerr
Bringing on new team members is one of the most vital and misunderstood skills in business. This session will be covering the key steps requir... More...

Keeping Up on Florida’s Grades and Standards (show floor) (Room On Show Floor - Workshop Area #2)

04 Oct 18
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: Business, Maintenance, Plants

Speaker(s): John Conroy ; Mike Marshall
This workshop will offer the latest information provided in the revised Florida’s Grades and Standards.  Take a hands-on approach to und... More...

Strengthen Your Market Presence with Brand Positioning (Room S230B)

04 Oct 18
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: Business

Speaker(s): Charlyn Shelton ; Leah Roesler ; Liz Lark-Riley ; Timothee Sallin
Learn the new landscape of marketing your brand to ALL of Today’s generations.  Charlyn Shelton has spent 10 years of speaking the langu... More...

Idea Sharing Session - Outdoor Kitchen Planning – The Do’s and Don’ts (Room TLS Connection Zone)

04 Oct 18
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Join the conversation, share an idea, ask a question.  Open to all, just take a seat. Topic - Outdoor Kitchen Planning – The Do&rsquo... More...

Idea Sharing Session - Agri-Tourism – Is it a Good Fit for Your Business? (Room TLS Connection Zone)

04 Oct 18
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Join the conversation, share an idea, ask a question.  Open to all, just take a seat. Topic - Agri-Tourism – Is it a Good Fit for You... More...

Opening Day Reception (Room Rosen Centre Hotel)

04 Oct 18
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Face-to-face conversation with a drink in your hand is still the best way to connect with others. This popular reception takes place at the Rosen C... More...

Garden Center Pros Meet-up (Room Cafe Tu Tu Tango, 8625 International Dr., Orlando)

04 Oct 18
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Tracks: Business, Contractor, Design, Maintenance, Plants

Many garden center professionals will be sharing the same space during The Landscape Show next week. It's the perfect time for a garden center ... More...

FNGLA Certification Showcase Open (Room Booth #1085)

05 Oct 18
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Business, Contractor, Design, Maintenance, Plants

Certified Professionals have their own meeting place at The Landscape Show. Have questions about your certification? Want to know the nex... More...

Full Day Design Seminar: Profitable Planting Design; Shrubs, Trees and Seasonal Color (Room S230A)

05 Oct 18
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: Design

Speaker(s): Bill Slack ; Richard Ludwig ; Vicki Proano
Workshop offers a hands-on approach to designing and installing planting beds of all shapes and sizes.  The full day class breaks down various... More...

FNGLA Career Fair (Room S320ABC)

05 Oct 18
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Teachers: Register your students for this special presentation about the many career opportunities available in Florida's nursery and landscape... More...

Idea Sharing Session - Outdoor Container Gardens Best Ideas (Room TLS Connection Zone)

05 Oct 18
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Join the conversation, share an idea, ask a question.  Open to all, just take a seat. Topic - Outdoor Container Gardens Best Ideas ... More...

“Food for Thought” Edible Landscaping (Room S230GH)

05 Oct 18
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Plants

Speaker(s): Billy Butterfield ; Kevin Riley ; Robert Bowden
Looking for ways to not only add beauty but bounty to your landscape designs.  This session will look at ways to incorporate edible varieties ... More...

Bringing Innovative Business Strategies Back to Horticulture (Room S230E)

05 Oct 18
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Business

Speaker(s): Mason Day ; Seth Reed
Advances in technology have rapidly changed the world around us. As an industry it’s important that we look to outside sources for inspiratio... More...

Customer Service: How to Keep Customers for Life (Room S230F)

05 Oct 18
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Speaker(s): Hal Becker
Getting the customer is easy; it's keeping the customer that's the hard part. As all of us are aware, there is nothing new in selling and c... More...

How to Create a Phenomenal Team For Your Service Company (Room S230B)

05 Oct 18
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Business

Speaker(s): Donnie Shelton
Drawing from Shelton’s own experience growing two successful service companies, he will offer attendees reasons why he feels so many service ... More...

Idea Sharing Session - New Thinking for HOA’s and Sustainable Landscapes (Room TLS Connection Zone)

05 Oct 18
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Join the conversation, share an idea, ask a question.  Open to all, just take a seat. Topic - New Thinking for HOA’s and Sustain... More...

Performance After Transplant (Room S230D)

05 Oct 18
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Contractor, Maintenance, Plants

Speaker(s): Timothee Sallin
This course will explore the topic of landscape establishment and performance. How do we define performance and how can we optimize performance aft... More...

Texas Phoenix Palm Decline Update (Room S230C)

05 Oct 18
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Plants

Speaker(s): Brian Bahder ; Joe Doccola ; Leroy Whilby
Texas Phoenix Palm Decline (TPPD), introduced to Florida, is a disease lethal to a number of palms including Phoenix species.  The causal agen... More...

"Discovering FNGLA" Orientation Session (Room Show Floor, Workshop Area #2)

05 Oct 18
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Ever wonder what FNGLA membership offers? Be sure to attend “Discovering FNGLA” orientation sessions at The 2018 Landscape Show. ... More...

Container Workshop: Catchy Containers (Room On Show Floor - Workshop Area #1)

05 Oct 18
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: Design, Plants

Speaker(s): Andrea Hanson ; Debbie Mola-Mickler ; Heather Will-Browne ; Linda Holland
With years of experience making container gardens come to life and look absolutely magical, Heather and the Walt Disney World Horticulture team hav... More...

Dynamic Common Sense Selling: What Makes A Top Salesperson (Room S230F)

05 Oct 18
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: Business

Speaker(s): Hal Becker
Power selling is the most highly charged comprehensive type of training your sales people will ever have. They will learn that to be the best takes... More...

Idea Sharing Session - Connecting Wellness and Horticulture (Room TLS Connection Zone)

05 Oct 18
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Join the conversation, share an idea, ask a question.  Open to all, just take a seat. Topic - Connecting Wellness and Horticulture Sessi... More...

Managing Disease and Weeds to Keep Landscapes Healthy (Room S230E)

05 Oct 18
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: Maintenance

Speaker(s): Chris Hayes ; Lee Bloomcamp ; Tim Flowers
Properly diagnosing existing problems is essential to maintain a healthy landscape.  Attendees will leave with key strategies for managing wee... More...

Pruning Workshop (Room On Show Floor - Workshop Area #2)

05 Oct 18
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: Maintenance

Speaker(s): Robert Bowden ; Todd Reich
Pre-registration price by Sept. 17 - $75.00 | Onsite - $90.00 More...

Idea Sharing Session - Seeing Green in Agritourism (Room TLS Connection Zone)

05 Oct 18
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Join the conversation, share an idea, ask a question.  Open to all, just take a seat. Topic - Seeing Green in Agritourism Session L... More...

FANN Membership Meeting (Room S210B)

05 Oct 18
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Tracks: Business, Contractor, Design, Maintenance, Plants

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Tapped In Reception (for those 40 years old and younger) (Room OCCC Southside Restaurant)

05 Oct 18
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
A networking event for young professionals. A great chance to connect with others in the industry who are experiencing similar challenges and oppor... More...

Registration Open

06 Oct 18
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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FCLD REVIEW COURSE (Room S230A)

06 Oct 18
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Design

Speaker(s): Steve Fairtrace
This course will introduce attendees to the principles tested in FNGLA’s Certified Landscape Designer (FCLD) exam, with a look at the require... More...

FNGLA Certification Showcase Open (Room Booth #1085)

06 Oct 18
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: Business, Contractor, Design, Maintenance, Plants

Certified Professionals have their own meeting place at The Landscape Show. Have questions about your certification? Want to know the nex... More...

Idea Sharing Session - Ethnobotany, the Connection Between People and Plants (Room TLS Connection Zone)

06 Oct 18
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Join the conversation, share an idea, ask a question.  Open to all, just take a seat. Topic: Ethnobotany, the Connection Between People and... More...

Ideas Sharing Session - Ethnobotany, the Connection Between People and Plants

06 Oct 18
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Join the conversation, share an idea, ask a question.  Open to all, just take a seat. Topic - Ethnobotany, the Connection Between Peop... More...

Idea Sharing Session - What's Hopping With Hops (Room TLS Connection Zone)

06 Oct 18
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Join the conversation, share an idea, ask a question.  Open to all, just take a seat. Topic: What's Hopping With Hops More...

Ideas Sharing Session - What’s Hopping with Hops? (Room TLS Connection Zone)

06 Oct 18
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Join the conversation, share an idea, ask a question.  Open to all, just take a seat. Topic - What’s Hopping with Hops? Session Le... More...