Demo Schedule

Must have full day education pass or Tradeshow Plus pass to attend.  Exceptional customer service is a key driver of sales, reputation, and long-term success in the green industry.

• Understand how strong customer service directly increases sales, referrals, and repeat business
• Learn simple, repeatable service behaviors that build trust and support natural sales growth without pressure
• Discover how organization, cleanliness, and professionalism work together as silent tools that elevate customer experience

Read less…

Must have full day education pass or Tradeshow Plus pass to attend.   An overview of new alternatives to master valves that improve system efficiency, reliability, and control in irrigation design and operation. Read less…

Free to attend with badge. This presentation highlights the importance of youth in agriculture and the green industry, and how businesses can support the future of the industry by engaging young horticulturists through growth, development, and hands-on experience.

• Investing in high school students and aspiring horticulturists strengthens your future workforce and the green industry as a whole
• Practical opportunities involving young ag students that support daily operations and build community connections
• Partnerships with groups like FFA and 4-H help connect you with motivated young people and shape the next generation of industry professionals

Read less…

Must have full day education pass or Tradeshow Plus pass to attend.   This session covers the equipment, setup, and proper application techniques used in tree injection for effective and targeted treatment results. Read less…

Must have full day education pass or Tradeshow Plus pass to attend.  Learn practical strategies to improve propagation success for high-demand, environmentally adaptable Texas plants.

• Identify and solve common propagation challenges such as germination, cutting viability, and rooting success
• Explore proven techniques for producing consistent, high-quality vegetative plant material
• Apply practical case-based insights to improve reliability and outcomes across difficult-to-propagate species

Read less…

Free to attend with badge.

A look at the unspoken expectations and insights employers consider during the hiring process.

• What employers often value beyond the obvious requirements
• Common gaps between candidate expectations and employer perspectives
• Practical ways to better understand what hiring teams are looking for

Read less…

Must have full day education pass or Tradeshow Plus pass to attend.   This session covers how the swimming pool can serve as the focal point that drives design, planning, and upgrades for a complete backyard project. Read less…

Must have full day education pass or Tradeshow Plus pass to attend.  

Explore applied research findings from Texas nursery trials that evaluate production inputs and propagation performance in woody species.

• Biochar, fertility programs, and biostimulants influenced growth responses, offering insights for optimizing production inputs
• Plant growth regulators showed measurable effects on bigtooth maple growth and overall production characteristics
• Propagation trials revealed variability in rooting, germination success, and liner quality, helping improve production efficiency

Read less…

Must have full day education pass or Tradeshow Plus pass to attend.   What does EOS actually looks like inside a nursery and landscape business and how it creates structure, clarity, and momentum without losing culture.

• Hear directly from a local owner-operator who spent 30 years building from the inside before buying the business himself
• Learn how running on EOS added structure, clarified core values, and strengthened what was already woven into the culture, and built a leadership team with real momentum without losing what made the business great
• Amy Johannesen, Certified EOS Implementer, will walk through the tools that made the difference and what it could look like for your business

Read less…

Must have full day education pass or Tradeshow Plus pass to attend.   Computer-aided design tools help irrigation professionals create accurate, efficient, and scalable system layouts.

• Improved accuracy by producing precise irrigation layouts and reducing design errors.
• Greater efficiency through automated calculations and faster CAD drafting.
• Better resource management by optimizing water distribution, pipe sizing, and system performance.

Read less…

Free to attend with badge.

Strong crews don't happen by accident—they are built by developing great people. This session will show emerging professionals the skills, mindset, and leadership behaviors needed to advance from entry-level positions into crew leadership roles. Learn how top performers earn greater responsibility, lead teams effectively, and create value for their companies while accelerating their own career growth.

Why Attend?
The green industry continues to face workforce and leadership challenges. Companies that create clear advancement pathways are more successful at attracting, retaining, and developing employees. This session provides practical tools to help build the next generation of field leaders.

What Your Business Will Gain
Attendees will leave with strategies to improve leadership development, increase employee engagement, strengthen crew performance, reduce turnover, and create a pipeline of future supervisors who can help drive operational excellence and business growth.

Read less…

Read less…

Free to attend with badge. A meet-up for TNLA Leadership Bootcamp Alumni and Bootcamp Class VI, to connect, share experiences, and build relationships. Read less…

Must have full day education pass or Tradeshow Plus pass to attend.  

Explore how biophilic design can transform outdoor spaces into healthier, more sustainable, and visually cohesive environments.

• Practical strategies for applying biophilic design to patios, gardens, courtyards, and outdoor living spaces in both residential and commercial projects
• Techniques for integrating natural materials, sensory-rich planting, water features, and thoughtful spatial planning to strengthen connection to nature
• Insights into Texas-specific design considerations, including heat, drought conditions, native ecology, and emerging green industry trends

Read less…

Must have full day education pass or Tradeshow Plus pass to attend.   An overview of balancing fertilizer inputs with mycorrhizal function to support plant health, improve nutrient use, and encourage strong soil biology. Read less…

Must have full day education pass or Tradeshow Plus pass to attend.   An overview of native plants and how they can be incorporated into the retail garden center to meet customer interest and support sustainable landscapes. Read less…

Must have full day education pass or Tradeshow Plus pass to attend.  

Discover how to use lighting design software, understand fixture types, and apply proven techniques to create intentional, layered outdoor lighting plans.

• Learn key lighting fixture types and where to use them
• Use design software to plan and visualize lighting layouts
• Apply layering techniques for functional and aesthetic results

Read less…

Free to attend with badge. Meet up for current and alumni of the TNLA Leadership Bootcamp Moderated by: Chris Cornell, Monarch Landscape Management, LLC & Cody Kimbro, Site Landscape Development, LLC Read less…

Free to attend with badge. As labor shortages continue to challenge the green industry, businesses must look beyond traditional hiring methods and reduce their reliance on temporary workforce programs alone. This session explores innovative recruiting strategies and non-traditional employment pathways, such as second-chance hiring initiatives, students who can help create a more sustainable, year-round workforce. Get an in-depth view of how the Windham program is teaching their students to prepare them for the Texas Green Industry in the future.

Why Attend?
Long-term business growth requires a workforce strategy that extends beyond H-2A and H-2B labor. Learn how leading companies are building diverse talent pipelines, strengthening workforce stability, and developing local employees for future leadership roles.

What Your Business Will Gain
Attendees will leave with practical strategies to recruit and retain a broader workforce, reduce labor shortages, decrease dependence on seasonal labor programs, improve workforce resilience, and build a stronger talent pipeline that supports long-term operational success and business growth.

Read less…

Free to attend with badge.

Building a connection is only the beginning—long-term success comes from nurturing relationships over time. In this session, participants will learn proven strategies for maintaining professional relationships, strengthening customer loyalty, staying top-of-mind with clients and prospects, and turning initial connections into lasting business partnerships.

Why Attend?
Customer retention and repeat business are essential to sustainable growth. Learn how successful sales professionals and business leaders cultivate trust, provide ongoing value, and build relationships that generate referrals, repeat sales, and long-term opportunities.

What Your Business Will Gain
Attendees will leave with practical tools to improve customer retention, strengthen client engagement, increase referral business, enhance communication strategies, and build a network of trusted relationships that support long-term revenue growth and business success.

Read less…

Free to attend with badge. Learn practical, job-site strategies to reduce injuries, improve crew safety, and lower operational costs in landscape and horticulture work.

• Train crews on proper lifting, hauling, and unloading techniques to prevent common back, shoulder, and joint injuries
• Implement simple warm-up routines, hydration practices, and smart equipment use to reduce strain and heat-related risks
• Improve team coordination and workflow efficiency to boost productivity while reducing fatigue, lost workdays, and workers’ compensation claims

Read less…

Must have full day education pass or Tradeshow Plus pass to attend.   AI is not coming to landscaping — it is already here. This session shows you exactly how to put it to work:

• Use AI to streamline proposals, estimates, contracts, SOPs, and internal documentation
• Strengthen marketing and SEO efforts while reducing time spent on repetitive administrative work
• Walk away with a practical roadmap for integrating AI into daily operations to improve efficiency and support business growth

Read less…

Must have a full day education pass or Tradeshow Plus pass. This presentation covers top-performing bulb varieties and practical design strategies to boost sales and create eye-catching, profitable displays. Read less…

Free to attend with badge. A panel discussion sharing insights, experiences, and practical perspectives on plants that perform best across the state. Read less…

Must have full day Education Pass or Tradeshow Plus Pass to attend.

Learn how to build a demo kit, select the right fixtures, and apply proper wiring methods while managing voltage drop for reliable, real-world installations.

• Assemble an effective demo kit for showcasing lighting systems
• Understand common fixture types and proper wiring techniques
• Manage voltage drop to ensure consistent performance and longevity

Read less…

Free To attend with badge.

Presented by TNLA's Workforce Development Task Force

Hiring the right people starts with asking the right questions. In this session, TNLA's Workforce Development Task Force will introduce a practical interview toolkit designed specifically for green industry employers. Learn how to identify candidates with the skills, work ethic, cultural fit, and growth potential needed to succeed in today's competitive labor market.

Why Attend?
A poor hiring decision can be costly in both time and money. This session provides proven interviewing techniques and structured questions that help employers make more informed hiring decisions while improving consistency throughout the recruitment process.

What Your Business Will Gain
Attendees will leave with a ready-to-use interview framework, stronger candidate evaluation methods, improved hiring confidence, reduced turnover risk, and practical tools to help attract and select employees who will contribute to long-term business success.

  Read less…

Must have Full day Education Breakout Pass or Tradeshow Plus Pass to attend. Description: Join us for a fast-paced, 30-minute live demo designed for nursery professionals. See firsthand how FELCO’s precision pruners deliver cleaner cuts, longer tool life, and superior performance . We’ll cover key product differentiators, how to match the right tool to the right user and simple maintenance tips that turn a one-time purchase into a lifetime tool. See the all-new FELCO 2e demonstrated live in Texas for the very first time, delivering next-level power, precision, and efficiency on the expo floor. Presented by: Jennifer Thomson, Western Regional Manager, FELCO North America Video: https://youtu.be/Q2_VffT_ZJw?si=32R_G0YCDVxiY9Y4   Read less…

Discover how vertical hydroponic systems are transforming food production by combining 3D-printed ceramic structures with soilless growing technology. Learn how ClayPonics' innovative approach reduces water use, maximizes production in small spaces, and integrates agriculture into homes, schools, businesses, and urban environments—offering a glimpse into the future of sustainable growing.

Three Key Takeaways

• Grow More with Less – Learn how vertical hydroponics can produce fresh crops year-round while using up to 90% less water and significantly less space than traditional growing methods.
• Innovation Meets Sustainability – Explore how 3D-printed ceramic technology improves root health, water efficiency, and environmental sustainability while creating beautiful, functional growing systems.
• The Future of Urban Agriculture – See how vertical growing systems are reshaping food production for homes, schools, restaurants, and communities by bringing local food production closer to where people live and work.

Read less…

Free to attend with badge. A networking session connecting students, interns, and university partners to explore opportunities, build relationships, and support career pathways. Read less…

Must have full day Education Pass or Tradeshow Plus Pass to attend. Discover how AI is transforming the landscaping industry, from design and planning to maintenance and operations, and what it means for the future of the field. Read less…

Must have full day Education Pass or Tradeshow Plus Pass to attend. Regenerative landscaping reduces weed pressure by improving soil health instead of relying on repeated treatments. This session covers soil assessment, interpreting weeds as ecological indicators, and regenerative strategies that restore balance in managed landscapes. Read less…

Must have full day Education Pass or Tradeshow Plus Pass to attend. This presentation highlights top-performing selections from the 2025 Texas Superstar® in-ground and container trials. Plantings were established May 5, 2025, and evaluated through September 1.

• Top-performing varieties demonstrated strong flowering, uniformity, and overall quality under Texas heat and humidity.
• Biweekly evaluations identified consistent performers with improved tolerance to insect and disease pressure.
• Results provide reliable, research-based recommendations for landscape and container use in commercial and retail settings.

Read less…

Must have full day Education Pass or Tradeshow Plus Pass to attend. Learn how to tune into plant signals, understand stress indicators, and respond with better decisions to improve overall plant health and performance. Read less…

Free to attend with badge. Explore innovative greenhouse technologies and design strategies that enhance growing environments, improve efficiency, and support higher-quality production. Read less…

Free to attend with badge. Presented by TNLA's Workforce Development Task Force

The best candidates won't apply to jobs they don't understand or find appealing. In this session, TNLA's Workforce Development Task Force will share a practical job posting toolkit designed to help green industry employers create compelling, effective job advertisements that attract qualified candidates and stand out in a competitive labor market.

Why Attend?
Many companies struggle to fill open positions not because of a lack of applicants, but because their job postings fail to communicate career opportunities, company culture, compensation, growth potential, and expectations. Learn what today's workforce is looking for and how to position your company as an employer of choice.

What Your Business Will Gain
Attendees will leave with ready-to-use job posting templates, strategies for attracting higher-quality candidates, techniques to highlight career pathways and company culture, and tools to build a stronger talent pipeline while reducing recruiting time and hiring costs.

Read less…

Free to attend with badge. Justin Dorsey, Texas HR Team

The success of every green industry business depends on the quality and performance of its people. In this session, Justin Dorsey will explore the foundational principles of employee development, including setting clear expectations, building accountability, fostering engagement, and creating a culture where employees can thrive and grow.

Why Attend?
Recruiting employees is only the first step. Companies that invest in developing their people experience higher productivity, stronger retention, and a more engaged workforce. Learn practical strategies to help employees reach their full potential while strengthening your organization's culture.

What Your Business Will Gain
Attendees will leave with proven approaches to improve employee performance, increase engagement, strengthen retention, develop future leaders, and create a more productive workforce that supports long-term business growth and operational success.

Read less…

Read less…

Read less…

Must have full day education pass or Tradeshow Plus pass to attend. This session provides actionable strategies to protect plant health, reduce heat stress, and keep landscapes thriving during extreme summer conditions. Read less…

Must have full day education pass or Tradeshow Plus pass to attend. This live demo showcases autonomous cart technology in action, highlighting how it improves efficiency, reduces labor demands, and streamlines material transport on the jobsite. Read less…

Free to attend with badge. Meet up for growers and retailers to talk about doing business in the Texas Green Industry, Trends they are seeing and what the future holds. Moderated by Nigel Clark, Everde & McKenna Jenkins, Alldredge Gardens Read less…

Free to attend with badge. Presented by TNLA's Workforce Development Task Force

A strong workforce starts with helping candidates effectively showcase their skills and experience. In this session, TNLA's Workforce Development Task Force will introduce a practical resume writing toolkit designed specifically for the green industry. Learn how to help job seekers, students, and current employees build professional resumes that highlight their strengths, certifications, accomplishments, and career potential.

Why Attend?
Many qualified candidates are overlooked because their resumes fail to communicate their value. Employers, educators, and workforce development professionals will gain insights into what makes a resume stand out and how to better prepare candidates for success in today's hiring environment.

What Your Business Will Gain
Attendees will leave with tools to strengthen their hiring pipeline, improve candidate preparedness, support employee career advancement, and create clearer career pathways that attract, develop, and retain top talent for long-term business success.**

Read less…

Free to attend with badge. Developing great employees requires more than training—it requires intentional coaching, feedback, and career development. Building on the concepts introduced in Part 1, this session focuses on practical strategies for helping employees grow professionally, increasing accountability, improving performance, and creating clear pathways for advancement within your organization.

Why Attend?
Today's workforce wants opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute. Companies that invest in employee development are more successful at retaining top talent, building stronger teams, and preparing future leaders for greater responsibility.

What Your Business Will Gain
Attendees will leave with actionable tools to coach employees more effectively, improve retention, strengthen workplace culture, increase productivity, and develop a pipeline of high-performing team members ready to support future business growth.

Read less…

Free to attend with badge. Panel Discussion: Moderated by Mary Sirgo, Native Plant Society, Panelist Donald Gerber, Pollinatives, Lauren Kirchner, Spring Creek Growers

As water availability, climate challenges, and consumer preferences continue to shape the landscape industry, native and adaptive plants are becoming an increasingly important part of successful landscape design. Join industry experts for a dynamic panel discussion exploring emerging plant trends, design strategies, performance considerations, and market opportunities surrounding native and adaptive plant selections in Texas.

Why Attend?
Today's clients are demanding landscapes that are beautiful, resilient, sustainable, and cost-effective. Learn how leading professionals are incorporating native and adaptive plants to address water conservation, environmental stewardship, and long-term landscape performance while meeting evolving customer expectations.

What Your Business Will Gain
Attendees will gain practical insights into plant selection, design innovation, market trends, and water-wise landscape solutions that can help differentiate their services, improve project outcomes, reduce maintenance requirements, and position their business for future growth in an increasingly sustainability-focused marketplace.

Read less…

Must have full day education pass or Tradeshow Plus pass to attend. As gardening trends shift and attention spans shrink, nurseries and landscape businesses must find new ways to connect with emerging audiences and deepen community engagement through education, partnerships, and expanded programming.

• Attract and retain customers by tying education to key topics like conservation, water use, pollinators, native plants, and food production
• Build loyalty through community partnerships, volunteer programs, and in-store events that create authentic, non-sales engagement
• Strengthen teams with staff education and engagement strategies that reduce burnout and turn employees into confident brand ambassadors

Read less…

Free to attend with badge. A quick guided pause designed to help attendees release tension, improve circulation, and refocus through simple, easy-to-follow stretches. Read less…

Must have full day Education Pass or Tradeshow Plus Pass to attend. This session equips tree crews, supervisors, and safety leaders with the knowledge and confidence to meet updated OSHA first aid kit requirements and respond effectively to emergencies in high-risk field environments where quick action can save lives.

• Understand what belongs in an OSHA-compliant first aid kit and how it differs from a trauma kit
• Learn why training matters for responding to life-threatening bleeding and other serious injuries in the field
• Build confidence in recognizing emergencies and activating the right response when every minute

Read less…

Free to attend with badge.

Learn directly from industry leaders as they walk through the toolkits developed by the TNLA Workforce Development Task Force. These five resources are designed to help your business strengthen operations, elevate professionalism, and make more strategic investments that support long-term growth in the horticulture industry.

• Learn directly from industry leaders as they walk through the five Workforce Development Task Force toolkits
• Learn how to effectively access and apply each toolkit using the TNLA website and TNLA HIVE
• Turn these resources into real, practical results to strengthen your team, operations, and long-term business growth

Read less…

Must have full day Education Pass or Tradeshow Plus Pass to attend. Learn essential pruning techniques for growers to improve plant structure, overall health, and production outcomes through practical, effective management practices that are presented in this session. Read less…

Free to attend with badge. Presented by TNLA's Workforce Development Task Force

Hiring great employees requires more than posting a job and conducting an interview. In this session, TNLA's Workforce Development Task Force will introduce a comprehensive hiring process toolkit designed to help green industry employers attract, evaluate, select, and onboard the right candidates more effectively. Learn proven practices that create a consistent, professional hiring experience and improve long-term employee success.

Why Attend?
With labor shortages continuing to impact the industry, every hiring decision matters. A structured hiring process helps companies identify better candidates, reduce costly hiring mistakes, and improve employee retention from day one.

What Your Business Will Gain
Attendees will leave with practical tools, templates, and best practices to streamline hiring, improve candidate quality, enhance onboarding, reduce turnover, and build a stronger workforce pipeline that supports sustainable growth and long-term business success.

Read less…

Free to attend with badge. In today's competitive job market, qualifications alone are not always enough. This session explores how candidates can differentiate themselves through personal branding, professional communication, networking, leadership potential, and workplace presence. Learn what employers are really looking for beyond a resume and how to showcase the qualities that make you a valuable asset to any organization.

Why Attend?
The green industry needs talented individuals who can demonstrate initiative, professionalism, and a commitment to growth. Whether you're entering the workforce or seeking advancement, understanding how to stand out can open doors to new opportunities and career success.

What Your Business Will Gain
Employers and workforce development professionals will gain insights into identifying high-potential talent, while attendees will learn how to better represent their skills, strengths, and career aspirations. The result is a stronger talent pipeline, improved employee engagement, and a workforce better prepared to contribute to long-term business success.

Facilitated by Dee Maddox, DMX Consulting

Read less…

Must have Full day Education Pass or Tradeshow Plus Pass to attend. How colored lights can make your landscape an ever-changing experience.  These lights can turn from any shade of white to any color. Control them individually or collectively as groups. Expert: Sajjad Razvi, Hugh M. Cunningham Companies Read less…

Must have Full day Education Pass or Tradeshow Plus Pass to attend. Description: In this high-impact, 30-minute session, discover why professionals across the nursery, landscape, and green industry rely on FELCO for long-term performance and profitability. We'll break down the true cost of disposable tools versus investing in precision-engineered pruners built to last. Learn how FELCO’s replaceable parts, ergonomic design, and proven durability translate into better cuts, less downtime, and stronger margins for both end users and retailers. Attendees will gain practical selling points, product knowledge, and quick maintenance tips to help see the value and make the switch from short-term replacement to long-term investment. See the all-new FELCO 2e demonstrated live in Texas for the very first time, delivering next-level power, precision, and efficiency on the expo floor. Presented by: Jennifer Thomson, Western Regional Manager, FELCO North America Video: https://youtu.be/U4ERMTBloxE?si=n5F47Yh5gYI25EdF Read less…

Read less…

Must have full day Education Pass or Tradeshow Plus Pass to attend. The “last-mile” is one of the most complex and costly parts of the landscaping supply chain, but digitizing ordering and dispatch can turn it into a scalable, high-margin advantage.

• Identify hidden margin killers in manual dispatching and routing, and reduce inefficiencies that erode profit
• Implement digital workflows to streamline ordering, reduce liability, and minimize payment delays
• Use delivery and cost-to-serve data to optimize operations, improve customer experience, and scale volume without adding staff

Read less…

Free to attend with badge. The contractors winning the best commercial accounts aren't the cheapest. They're the ones who've learned to sell differently. In this session, Ben Mason breaks down how to shift the conversation from price to value — with property managers, HOAs, and facility teams — and why irrigation is one of the strongest proof points you have. Walk away with a framework for positioning your services as an investment, not a line item. Read less…

Must have full day Education Pass or Tradeshow Plus Pass to attend. Discover native plant options that can replace commonly used landscape species, offering similar aesthetic appeal while improving adaptability, supporting local ecosystems, and reducing maintenance needs. Read less…

Read less…

Free to attend with badge. Presented by TNLA's Workforce Development Task Force

Career fairs can be one of the most effective ways to build a future workforce—if approached strategically. In this session, TNLA's Workforce Development Task Force will share a practical toolkit to help green industry employers maximize their investment in career fairs, connect with qualified candidates, promote career opportunities, and build relationships with students, educators, and job seekers.

Why Attend?
As competition for talent increases, companies need more than a booth and a stack of brochures to stand out. Learn how to effectively engage potential employees, communicate career pathways, and convert conversations into future hires.

What Your Business Will Gain
Attendees will leave with proven strategies, recruitment materials, and engagement techniques to improve career fair results, strengthen their talent pipeline, increase brand awareness among future workers, and create a sustainable workforce strategy that supports long-term growth and reduces labor shortages.

Read less…

Free to attend with badge. Email remains one of the most important business communication tools, yet poorly written emails can lead to misunderstandings, delays, and missed opportunities. In this session, participants will learn how to write clear, professional, and impactful emails that get results, improve collaboration, and strengthen business relationships. Discover best practices for tone, structure, professionalism, and communicating with confidence at every level of an organization.

Why Attend?
Strong communication skills are essential for career advancement and business success. Whether communicating with customers, vendors, coworkers, or leadership, effective emails help build credibility, improve efficiency, and create a more professional image for both employees and the company.

What Your Business Will Gain
Attendees will leave with practical techniques to improve communication, reduce misunderstandings, increase responsiveness, strengthen customer and team relationships, and enhance professionalism across the organization—leading to greater productivity and stronger business outcomes.

Facilitated by Dee Maddox, DMX Consulting

Read less…