Check out these Seminars and Exhibitors who will help you create the landscape your clients are looking for! by Staff
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Landscape Design / Build Professionals will want to get to the Landscape Expo - Anaheim, where exhibitors and educators are there to help you design the landscape, create the effects and provide the services your clients want and deserve!
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Ann-Marie Benz is the Horticulture Programs Manager for CNPS. She has spent a decade and a half serving landscapes and watersheds with non-profits in California and Arizona. She holds a deep passion for plants and landscapes, having served as the Executive Director of ReScape California (formerly Bay-Friendly Landscaping and Gardening Coalition), a nonprofit educating the large-scale landscape industry throughout Northern California on planning, constructing, and maintaining sustainable landscape. She is presenting the seminar Bloom your Business with Native Plants: How Design Trends and Drought are Driving Customers on November 16th at 10:00AM.
Trees as Major Design Features: How to Experience the Greatest Success in the Design by Brandon Elrod Brandon is a Certified Arborist, Certified Community Forest Warden, Certified Professional Horticulturist, Agricultural Pest Control Advisor, Ecologist and Master Herbalist. Brandon was a Horticulture major and is a recent graduate of Yale University's Tropical Reforestation program. He is a published author and international speaker and serves on an advisory committee for Orange Coast College. He is the board president of Community Forests Council and is passionate about helping people rediscover the connection between soil, plants, and human health. Join his seminar Trees as Major Design Features: How to Experience the Greatest Success in the Design on November 17th at 12:00PM
Wildfire Protected Properties by Douglas Kent Mr. Kent has been working to create fire protected properties and communities since 1994. He has written the best-selling book on landscaping for fire protection (Firescaping) and has led educational efforts and landscape projects across California. He has written over 50 articles appearing in such publications as Fire Gardening, Los Angeles Times, and Sonoma Press Democrat. Mr. Kent also teaches land management courses at Cal Poly Pomona and USC and is author of 7 other books, including California Friendly and Ocean Friendly Gardening. Join his seminar called Wildfire Protected Properties, on November 17th at 1:30PM.
Expand Your Hardscape Business by Frank Gandora As a business owner dedicated solely to segmental hardscape construction, Frank brings over 30 years of experience to this venue. From installing pavers for one of North America's pioneer contractors, to working in Architectural Sales for some of North America's top paver manufacturers, specifying over a million square feet of pavers, finally starting his own company almost 25 years ago. He is currently on the board involving the ICPI/NCMA merger. He often volunteers his time with ICPI in committees and HNA events. He is the past Chair for both the ICPI Construction Committee and Government Relations Committees. Join his seminar Expand Your Hardscape Business on November 17th at 10:00AM.
The Art of Living Walls by Greg Wallace Greg Wallace has owned Instant Jungle since 1980. With over a decade of living wall design, installation and maintenance he is the industry leader. There are many choices to be made to create a beautiful and sustainable living wall that will meet your client's needs. Greg will go through the steps necessary to create a living masterpiece. The location (interior or exterior), size, and budget will predict which wall system is right. Once you have the system chosen then the fun starts! Watch his seminar The Art of Living Walls, on November 16th at 2:00PM.
Landscape Lighting Composition & Recommended Practices by Kathryn Toth With more than 20 years in the lighting industry, Kathryn is an experienced lighting designer who strives to create artistic lighting solutions for architectural and landscape environments. This session will present and explore techniques to illustrate how design thinking can enhance the client's nighttime experience. Design, equipment, plant materials, growth patterns, and maintenance all need to be considered when developing a successful landscape lighting solution. Join Kathryn's seminar Landscape Lighting Composition & Recommended Practices, on November 17th at 12:00PM.
Think Like A Client; Design Like A Pro Seminar by Michael Bernier Michael Bernier is the founder and lead designer of Michael Bernier Design, a premier landscape and exterior design firm based in Los Angeles, California. After a prolific career as an advertising Creative Director, Michael discovered his true passion while studying Landscape Architecture at UCLA, marrying his design expertise with his love for the natural world. He will show you how to increase your project's bottom line by understanding the 'WHY' of Good Design! Functional and delightful outdoor spaces don't just magically happen, however and as a landscape contractor, you already know HOW to BUILD the elements; but to truly optimize the space and delight your client; you also need to know the WHY behind GOOD DESIGN. Join Michael's seminar Think Like A Client; Design Like A Pro Seminar, on November 17th at 1:30PM.
Landscape Lighting and Pool Design by Steve Allen With 15 years of experience as a distributor and installer, Steve calls on his expertise to create beautiful designs within the pool and lighting industries. Sign up today to learn how to transform the backyard into a place where your client can enjoy and create lasting memories. Give your customers the ability to change everything on their smart phones, changing the scenery with the touch of a few buttons, and celebrating your favorite holidays or events. Join Steve's seminar Landscape Lighting and Pool Design, on November 16th at 2:00PM.
The Art of Fire Features in Design by Ted Drechsel As a a Navy Vet, who has worked with several companies affiliated with the construction industry, Ted joined Warming Trends, an exhibitor at TLE, who designs, distributes and manufactures superior outdoor gas fire features across the nation. Learn why you should offer outdoor gas fire features and how to present the element as a profit center. In addition, we will review the 6 steps/questions that should be addressed for any outdoor fire feature. If done correctly, the end user experience becomes exceptional. Join Ted's seminar The Art of Fire Features in Design, on November 16th at 10:00AM.
Pre-Register Today!
Make your plans now to attend the two-day Landscape Expo - Anaheim Educational Conference and Trade Show. Earn CEUs from NALP, PGMS, LA CES, ISA, IA, APLD, DPR, and QWEL, enjoy the exhibit hall, participate in open panel discussions, workshops, and demonstrations and be sure to attend the after Exhibit Reception at the Sheraton Park next to the convention center! We'll See You There!
