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the IA Board of
Directors.Counter manages SiteOne’s irrigation, lighting, and drainage businesses from a category management perspective; leads their dedicated training teams for these lines; and helps develop their Pro-Trade private label brand. “I believe irrigation and related products play a critical role in many livelihoods and our collective experience as Americans,” Counter said. “If done correctly, we can add tremendous value to all levels of society. We also have a distinct responsibility to be advocates for smarter installation and overall irrigation techniques, which support water conservation. Te IA is in a unique position to provide the industry with educational content, updates on industry trends and innovation, and help support local, state, and federal legislation we feel provides value. Based on my background and experiences, I feel I can positively impact these efforts.”
IA Announces Two New Staff Appointments Te Irrigation Association (IA) has announced that Noreen Rich has accepted the position of IA member engagement and industry relations director, and Trisha Klaus has been promoted to IA communications, marketing, and brand vice president.
Rich will lead the IA’s efforts to realign services to support member, customer, and volunteer engagement. She will work to achieve increased engagement between members and the IA, developing initiatives that offer personalized, relevant, and value-driven experiences. She will provide support to ensure a consistent member service experience and optimize customers’ experiences with the IA’s programs and services. Klaus has been promoted to communications, marketing, and brand vice president. She brings a wealth of experience in design, publishing, and communications. Klaus has been full time with the IA since 2016, including serving as the director of communications for the past four years. In this new role, Klaus will serve as the in-house leader for the IA’s brand, marketing, and communications strategy to advance the industry and the association’s influence, reputation, relevance, and impact. She will lead the IA’s efforts to maximize and leverage the association’s wealth of information. Tis will include delivering essential business and technical knowledge to industry professionals and helping communicate how irrigation contributes to the long-term sustainability of the planet’s water resources, ensuring global food supply and improving quality of life through more green space. For more information about the Irrigation Association, visit
irrigation.org.
TPI Turf News March/April 2023
Project EverGreen Announces 2023 Officers and Board of Directors Project EverGreen announced the appointment of its 2023 officers and board of directors after their Annual Meeting. Kevin Laycock of TPI supplier member SiteOne Landscape Supply will mark his second year as president of the national non-profit which celebrates its 20th
anniversary in 2023.
Also continuing to serve on the Executive Board are Scott A. Bills, CSFM, of Sports Field Solutions as vice president/ president-elect, and Fred Haskett of TrueWinds Consulting returns as secretary/
treasurer.Past president is Joe Shooner, Focal Point Communications. Te 2023 Board of Directors includes: Beth Berry, Advanced Turf Solutions; Cayla Chamberlin, Gilbert Family Foundation; Tim Demerath, PBI-Gordon; George Furrer, Valley Green Inc.; Boyd Montgomery, Te Toro Company; Blaine Pinkerton, Nufarm; Linda Satter, Sipcam- Agro; Shane Wetherall, AMGUARD Environmental Technologies; Alan White, Turf Systems; Ashley Williams, TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods; Andrew Bray, National Association of Landscape Professionals; and Russ Mitchell, Prime Source at Albaugh, LLC.
Equip Exposition Celebrates 40th Anniversary with 2023 Show Following the record-setting attendance, hotel bookings, and sell-out of exhibit space last year, Equip Exposition in 2023 will expand on its success by offering new, advanced education, additional entertainment and events, including a new arena concert, expansion into the West Wing of the Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC), and improved logistics and food options. “Equip Expo has evolved into a unique, week-long experience for a range of interconnected businesses including outdoor power equipment, landscaping, hardscaping, tree care, design, lighting, irrigation, and more,” says Kris Kiser, President of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), which owns and manages the trade show. “And just like our industry is ever-evolving, so is the trade show that serves them.” Show attendees each year gain access to the latest equipment, technology, and software, as well as education and connection with their peers. “But they should also expect new and improved experiences,” says Kiser. “So when attendees speak, we listen. Our philosophy is ‘same show, new show, every year’.” Equip Expo, the international landscape, outdoor living, and equipment exposition, will be held October 17-20 in Louisville. For more information visit
www.equipexposition.com.
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