We recently updated our Privacy Policy. By continuing to use this website, you acknowledge that our revised Privacy Policy applies.
What does a hero look like? You may picture a military service member, a nurse, a first responder or even Superman. One common saying is that heroes are ordinary people who do extraordinary things. Opening Main Stage speaker Kevin Brown, author of The Hero Effect, argued that heroes are extraordinary people who choose not to do […]
One major aspect of ELEVATE, presented by NALP and powered byĀ Cat, is the Expo, where you can have meaningful connections with vendors who have the latest innovations to offer. Take the quiz below to see what type of attendee you are as well as a tailored tip to your style. Don’t miss ELEVATE in Phoenix, […]
Dan Papineau is the director of government affairs for TruGreen, where he monitors and responds to legislation and regulations in all 50 states. He started his career working for a member of the Michigan Senate and has also held lobbying positions at the Michigan Chamber of Commerce and the Midwest Independent Retailers Association. He has […]
Chuy Medrano, the late co-founder and owner of CoCal Landscape Services, Inc., based in Denver, Colorado, embodied servant leadership, championed Hispanic voices in the industry, and impacted countless lives through mentorship, employment, and unwavering support. For his legacy of uplifting others and keeping people at the heart of his work, Medrano was posthumously named the […]
Macey Robinson, market vice president of North Texas and Oklahoma for LandCare, exemplifies people-first leadership, and her ability to build client trust, develop new business, and deepen team engagement has allowed her to soar through the ranks at LandCare. Robinson has transformed multiple branches and is an inspiring young leader who is lifting up others […]
Federal regulators from the EPA’s Office of Pesticide Programs, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service and the Office of Pest Management Programs at the USDA all attended the National Association of Landscape Professionalsā annual Advocacy Field Trip on Sept. 9, 2025. This event serves as an opportunity to educate and expand regulatorsā perspectives on pesticides. […]
Jennifer Jorge, president and partner at King Green, based in Gainesville, Georgia, is a powerhouse leader and is committed to advancing the industry. Her vocal advocacy for women in a predominantly male field earned her the 2025 Woman Leader of the Year award. āIām deeply honored and incredibly grateful,ā Jorge says. āTo be recognized by […]
In response to drought conditions, many municipalities have rolled out water restrictions that result in tree deaths and increase the heat island effect as they label turfgrass and green spaces as part of the problem. Recognizing this challenge for the irrigation and landscape industry, the National Association of Landscape Professionals, Scotts Miracle-Gro, Hunter Industries, Rain […]
Major League Baseball has recently had a streak of selecting unique venues for some of its most iconic games, including the Field of Dreams in Iowa and the oldest existing professional baseball stadium in Birmingham, Alabama. So when MLB decided to add a full-scale baseball field inside NASCARās Bristol Motor Speedway, they naturally turned to […]
Rod Bailey passed away on June 15, 2025, at the age of 87. Bailey was the owner of Evergreen Services Corporation and Alder Springs Enterprises. He was also president of the Associated Landscape Contractors of America (ALCA) in 1985, now known as NALP. Bailey developed his work ethic from an early age, growing up helping out […]
