Highlights

Welcoming Reception

Wed., Jan. 30
5:15 – 6:45 p.m.
Presented in partnership with Bayer Environmental Science

Many GCSAA conference attendees say their favorite event is the Welcoming Reception because of the opportunity it gives them to reconnect with old friends and make new ones. This event will be held poolside at the Rosen Centre Hotel.

Opening Session

Thurs., Jan. 31
9 – 10:45 a.m.
Presented in partnership with Bayer Environmental Science

There is no better way to start your day than hearing from some of the most accomplished individuals in the golf industry. The highlight of this event will be the presentation of the 2008 Old Tom Morris Award to World Golf Hall of Fame member Greg Norman and his must-see keynote address to attendees. Learn more.

21 New Seminars Offered!

Twenty-one new seminars, combined with more than 100 additional popular offerings, cover the many issues and challenges you face each day. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn the latest in course maintenance, business management and professional development strategies. Seats are limited, so register early!

View a list of new seminars | View a complete list of seminar titles, including new offerings.

Assistant Superintendent Session and Reception

Hear career strategies from well-known superintendents in the industry and learn innovative practices from fellow assistant superintendents in this new session, designed especially for assistant superintendents. Enjoy an opportunity to continue conversations at the networking reception immediately following the session. Learn more.

GCSAA and CMAA Join Forces for Career Forum!

Interested in a career as a general manager or want to know what makes your general manager tick? Then this session is a must-attend event. Panelists from both associations join forces to cover this subject from G to M. Learn more.

Visit The GCSAA Answer Zone on the trade show floor

This year, all GCSAA member services will be together in “The GCSAA Answer Zone”, located on the trade show floor. You will find the following in The GCSAA Answer Zone:

• Career Action Center – All you favorite Career and Employment services
• Certification – Everything you need to know about the certification process
• Chapter Services – Up-to-date information about chapter services and support
• Education programs - Elevate your career; learn about year-round GCSAA educational opportunities
• Governance – Your questions are answered about GCSAA policy and protocol
• Government Relations – How GCSAA advocates for you, including the latest updates
• Member Services – Interact with staff to help you with your member needs
• Skin Cancer Screening – Are you at risk? Come by for quick screening
• Tournament Results – Final scores from the National Championship, all Golf Classic flights, and chapter team competitions

Golf Industry Show

golfindustryshow.com
Jan. 31 – Feb. 2

Featuring more than 1,000 exhibitors, the Golf Industry Show is the only place where you can find new products, conduct product comparisons and meet industry representatives, all under one roof. Begin planning your time on the trade show floor by viewing the real time online floor plan.

Golf Industry Show General Session and Team Day

Fri., Feb. 1

The Golf Industry Show Team Day will bring together owners/operators of golf facilities and the professional members of the golf course and club management industries for an innovative and exciting day to celebrate the business of golf. Kick off the day by attending the Golf Industry Show General Session featuring the presentation, “The Mark of a Leader”. Learn more.

Networking Parks

presented in partnership with Golf Industry Travel

Located throughout the trade show floor, these parks are perfect places to relax, enjoy comfortable seating and meet with colleagues—all without leaving the trade show floor! The parks will feature internet kiosks, product locators and concession vendors.