2013 will be  Two Shows in One!

The 2013 show will bring together The Garden Center Symposium and the Midwest Perennial Conference into one jam-packed conference and tradeshow.

Our Speaker Line-up:

Anna Ball, President of Ball Horticultural Company will provide us with her take on industry trends that we need to be aware of. Check out Anna’s background.

Bridget Behe, Professor of Horticulture Marketing at Michigan State University will provide the latest in  marketing and retailing ideas based on her research into “how and why customers buy horticultural products”.  Check out Bridget’s background.

Dan Heims,  President of Terra Nova Nursery and well-known “New Plant Guru” will introduce us to new plants, in particular perennials, and how best to use them in the landscape.  Check out Dan’s background.

Stan Pohmer, Floriculture/Garden Center Industry Specialist, will bring us his take on how all aspects of our industry needs to think and work together to strengthen our future.  Check out Stan’s background.

Bobbie Schwartz, Shaker Heights, Ohio, Landscape Architect, owner of Bobbie’s Green Thumb, will help us with selection and design and maintenance of perennials under different site conditions, including minimal water locations. Check out Bobbie’s background

Linda Zoerb AAF CFD, Owner and Manager of La Crosse Floral will tell us how she keeps her employees motivated and having fun while getting the job done. Info about Linda Zoerb.