GROUNDSFEST SHOW PREVIEW
Learn the latest digital marketing strategies and tools to enhance your landscaping business ’ online presence and attract more customers .
Rising Through the Ranks
Speakers : James Smith ( James Smith Landscape & Garden Design ), Kenny Raybould ( Raybould & Wild / Covent Garden )
It can be hard to make a name for yourself in any industry , but our group of panellists are doing a pretty good job so far . Discover the secrets behind their creative processes , from conceptualisation to implementation , and gain valuable insights into the principles and practices that have shaped their careers so far .
Green Solutions : The Landscape Industry ’ s Role in Combating Climate Change
Speaker : Kate Slegg-Newton ( WSP in the UK )
Climate change presents one of the most pressing challenges of our time , and the landscape industry holds a unique and powerful position in the fight against its effects . “ Green Solutions : The
Building on the success of last year ’ s insightful seminar programme , this year ’ s lineup promises to be even more impressive .
Landscape Industry ’ s Role in Combating Climate Change ” is an enlightening seminar designed to explore how landscaping professionals can leverage their skills , knowledge , and resources to contribute to a more sustainable and resilient environment .
Decking : What ’ s Hot and What ’ s Not ?
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Speaker : Karl Harrison ( Karl Harrison Landscapes )
Join Karl Harrison for ‘ Decking - What ’ s hot and what ’ s not ’ where he will delve into the latest trends , materials , and design innovations in the world of decking . Plus , what you need to know regarding regulations .
Joining the Dots : How Small Actions Can Make a Big Difference for Nature and for People
Speaker : Ian Jelley ( Warwickshire Wildlife Trust )
We ’ re facing an ecological emergency with 1 in 6 species in the UK under threat from extinction . Why should we care ? Join Ian Jelley , Director of Landscape Recovery at Warwickshire Wildlife Trust , to hear what nature does for us and see how a surprising number of businesses are taking action for wildlife . From golf courses to car manufacturers , house builders to cricket clubs - organisations are stepping forward to bring our wildlife back . Will you join them ?
This is just a snapshot of the exciting seminar offerings in The Landscape Zone this September .
Exhibitors to Watch : New exhibitors such as Azpects , Alba Trees , Crowders , Bury Hill Landscape Supplies , and Habitat Aid will be showcasing their latest products . Returning exhibitors include Boot & Dart , Charles Taylor Trading , Resin Bonded , Groundscare Products , Harrowden , Everedge , M & M Timber , Tracmaster , and many more .
Additionally , both the British Association of Landscape Industries ( BALI ) and the Association of Professional Landscapers ( APL ) will have stands and have partnered with the event . Notably , BALI will be holding their AGM at GroundsFest .
Don ’ t miss your chance to be part of the industry ’ s must-attend event . Register now for free at www . groundsfest . com and prepare for an unforgettable experience at GroundsFest 2024 .
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