Seminar Dates: November 12, 2025 1:15 PM
Seminar Cost: $45.00 Register Now
Seminar Description:
Much like the robotic vacuums that have permeated in the residential market, the autonomous mowers that are showing up in parks, sport fields, and golf courses are becoming available for smaller properties as well. How will commercial companies adapt to this new technology?
Learning Objectives:
This session will explore the benefits of autonomy, technology and software availability, infrastructure requirements, regulations, and more!
Attendees will learn about the different types of autonomous mowers, insightful real-world implementation, and key considerations for adoption.
Dan Mabe / Dennis Huggins / Ruben Flores
Dennis Huggins is the Territory Manager for Husqvarna.
Dan Mabe – Founder of the American Green Zone Alliance (AGZA), comes from the gas-powered landscape maintenance industry. Seeking a more sustainable way to operate lawn and garden equipment, Dan has devoted nearly sixteen years developing and applying battery technology for the grounds maintenance industry.
To further the acceptance of cleaner battery powered technologies, Dan created and implemented the American Green Zone Alliance “Green Zone” certification program which includes outreach, training, and impact reporting. AGZA works with Cities, Towns, Academia, Landscape Maintenance Companies, Contractors, and Air Quality Management Agencies providing sustainable grounds maintenance education and consultation.
With over 17 years of experience in campus landscape and grounds management, Ruben brings a deep, practical understanding of horticulture and sustainable grounds maintenance. Beginning in Mt. San Antonio College’s horticulture department, Ruben spent seven years cultivating hands-on expertise before transitioning to the college’s facilities team, where he has served the past decade in grounds management.
Currently serving as Manager of Maintenance and Operations, Ruben has led the college’s transition to more sustainable landscape practices, including the adoption of robotic mowing technologies from various manufacturers. In 2023, Mt. SAC became the first community college in the nation to earn AGZA Green Zone Certification, a milestone that reflects the institution’s leadership in low-emission groundskeeping. Ruben is passionate about leveraging innovation to enhance efficiency, environmental responsibility, and the future of landscape maintenance.
