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magine operating new equipment, network-
ing with other pros and attending educational
seminars all in one location. That's what you
get if you attend one of the many industry events
throughout the year.
The largest show, GIE+EXPO, was last month,
but there are still several others coming up this
month and in the next few months.
While traveling to all of the shows would prob-
ably not be reasonable, try to pick one near you
and either attend or send an employee. You can
also fi nd show recaps throughout the year on TLC's
website: totallandscapecare.com.
Here are seven of the top shows for green in-
dustry professionals.
2014 APLD International Design Conference
Nov. 4-7, 2014 in Orlando, Florida, apld.org
Co-located with the International Pool, Spa and
Patio Expo, the APLD International Design Confer-
ence is for pool, spa and backyard industry pros.
The event will feature live demonstrations, prod-
uct displays, networking opportunities, education
seminars and a chance to talk with manufacturers.
APLD's 2015 conference will be held in Wash-
ington, D.C. Oct. 7-11.
2014 Irrigation Show & Education Conference
Nov. 19-20, 2014 in Phoenix, Arizona, irrigation.org/
irrigationshow
The largest irrigation exhibition in the world,
the Irrigation Show focuses on water management
systems, products and services. There will be more
than 300 exhibits and educational classes focused
on landscape and golf irrigation, agricultural irriga-
tion and business basics.
There will also be certifi cation exams offered
for irrigation contractors, designers, auditors,
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7 green industry events to put on your calendar each year
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