GCSAA Conference and Trade Show is an innovative trade show designed for owners and operators of golf facilities and golf course management professionals. The event combines education, networking and solutions for golf course superintendents, equipment managers, owners/operators, general managers, chief operating officers, and architects and builders.

Why Attend

During the six-day event, attendees can take advantage of networking opportunities with some of the greatest minds in the golf course management industry.

The first two days is dedicated to the GCSAA Golf Championships, Welcome Reception, and 19th Hole Reception.

The GCSAA Golf Championships is a members-only event benefitting the GCSAA Foundation.

On the third day of the event, attendees will be walking through the First Green Learning Tour. First Green is an innovative environmental & STEM education outreach program that seeks to attract young minds to environmental stewardship & connect potential future players to golf courses.

Other sessions during the day would include a Golf Irrigation Auditor Learning Tour, and Equipment Management/Foley Learning Tour.

The fourth day of the trade show includes a Chapter Management Session. The Chapter Management Session is aimed at chapter executives and chapter board members.

There are other sessions too such as:

1. Power Hours
2. Education Seminars
3. Grassroots Ambassador Academy
4. GCSAA Foundation Donor and Grassroots Ambassador Appreciation Reception
5. Trade Show Tee Off
6. Equipment Manager Reception, and
7. First-Time Attendee Reception

On the fifth day, attendees interested in certifications have the opportunity to take the CGCS Exam, provided they have met certification eligibility requirements.

The Certified Golf Course Superintendent (CGCS) designation is bestowed upon those who have demonstrated a high degree of knowledge in their profession.

Other events of the day are:

1. Power Hours
2. Education Seminars
3. Assistant Superintendent and Equipment Manager Exams
4. Trade Show
5. Celebrating Certification
6. Ladies Leading Turf Program
7. Government Affairs: State of Policy and Politics in 2022
8. GCSAA Collegiate Turf Bowl Kick-off Reception
9. Ladies Leading Turf Reception

The last day of the trade show features events such as:

1. GCSAA Collegiate Turf Bowl Breakfast, Annual Meeting, and Competition
2. Power Hours
3. Education Seminars
4. Trade Show
5. Grassroots Ambassador Academy 2
6. Turfgrass Talk Show Reception
7. Closing Celebration

The Post-Show Virtual Education includes 32 sessions of unique education for superintendents, assistants, EMs and crew, plus a few highlights from San Diego. In addition to the two days of dedicated virtual education, the sessions will be available through 45 days of on-demand access.

Education is the cornerstone of the 2022 GCSAA Conference and Trade Show. The lineup features seminars, Power Hours and 15 tracks of specialized education. Plus, attendees can take part in the virtual component after the conference and show.

Education points

The All Access conference package awards 2.5 education points, while the full-pack registration awards 1.5 plus points for any ala carte seminars taken.

Why Exhibit

Exhibiting at the Trade Show is a cost-effective way to reach qualified buyers. The event attracts more key decision-makers from every aspect of the golf course and facility management industry.

The exhibitors will have the advantage to identify new customers and generate leads, as well as promote brand awareness.

Also, the Trade Show offers a great chance for exhibitors to strengthen relationships with clients and network with other industry professionals, and expand to new/global markets.

Registration

The trade show offers various registration packages to its members and non-members.

The All ACCESS Package costs $1,295 for its members and $1,495 for non-members.

As for the Full pack, it costs $650 and for non-members the price is $600.

The Trade Show Only package costs $450 for members and the non-member price is $550.

The Virtual Only registration costs $400 for members and $550 for the entire facility. As for the registration for non-members the price is $550 and $750 for the entire facility.

The Virtual Only conference package awards 1 education point.

Organizer

The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) is the professional association for the men and women who manage and maintain the golf course. The GCSAA Foundation, the philanthropic organization of GCSAA, secures funding and support to strengthen advocacy, education and research that advances the work of golf course management professionals.

GCSAA recognizes the achievements of those who advance the golf course industry with the Pinnacle Awards, Leadership Awards, and Achievement Awards.

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