WHAT’S NEW AND DIFFERENT AT THE TPI 2016 CONFERENCE
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development. This 2-hour seminar will focus on unique methods to select the right people, personalize their training and development, and retain those that make a positive difference in your operation. The presentation will also focus on personality dimensions, “strengths-based” orientation, situation management and forms of incentive compensation. If you want more productivity from your employees and to increase moral in your company, make plans right now to attend this seminar; you won’t be disappointed.
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Getting the education members have been asking for—Online Education! The TPI 2016 conference will be the first conference recorded for online education videos. Yes, TPI will be launching a private online video portal (TPI Turfgrass Education Center) available via the TPI website. TPI online education videos will be free to conference attendees and members. Attendees and members can revisit favorite sessions from the conference, view the sessions they missed and share these videos with staff that could not travel to Houston. These videos will never replace the opportunity you have to network and build relationships with fellow turf producers and suppliers when attending the conference, but the videos will enhance the conference experience and is another TPI value- added member benefit!
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TPI events are family friendly. The Winsteads from Arlington, Tennessee, gather for a family photo at last year’s Field Day. Left to right: Son— Robert, Dad—Bobby, Daughter—Shelby and Mom—Kim.
There are many reasons to attend the TPI 2016 International Education Conference & Field Day in Houston this February. The conference has numerous new and exciting opportunities and will be jam- packed with more than 20 participating speakers and panelists who will be addressing a wide variety of topics. Plus a schedule filled with events and social activities with something for everyone.
So what’s NEW this year
in education? Plan to attend the Pre-Conference Seminar “Selecting, Training and Keeping Those That Make a Difference: The Power of People led by Dr. Todd Creasy. Dr. Creasy’s presentation is being offered in direct response to members’ feedback regarding the need for training on human resources issues, including hiring and retaining good employees and employee
The Field Day provides an excellent opportuni- ty to see equipment in action to help attendees make decisions on what might work best in their operations.
You won’t want to miss this fun and educational session—Farmily Feud! Our participating teams will debate the virtues of different methods of treating turfgrass diseases, harvesting techniques, which grasses perform better under different conditions, and other controversial topics. Your host, Mike Kenna, will ensure the session is a rousing good time while providing valuable information about turfgrass management options. Audience members will be encouraged to provide feedback during the session. Come out and be a part of this fun new learning format! TEAM BIOGRASS: Warren Bell, John Sorochan, Ph.D., Nancy Aerni, Kevin Morris. TEAM PINE ISLAND: Chip Lain, Mike Richardson, Ph.D., John Rector, Duane Klundt.
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Receptions and mealtimes always provide ample opportunity for informal conversation, catching up with old friends and meeting new ones.
There are plenty of NEW
optional activities too! Only in Texas and only this year; replacing The Lawn Institute Memorial Golf Tournament, TLI is offering the Rootin’ Tootin’ Clay Shootin’ Tournament at the 2016 conference. This is sure to be a great time! Get your team together (maximum five per team) and compete against other teams at 10 shooting stations and shoot for 1st, 2nd or 3rd prize. TLI will be selling Mulligans on site to help even the odds.
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