Industry

STMA recaps conference, reports record international growth

February 19, 2014By AT Staff

The Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) hosted its 25th annual Conference & Exhibition in San Antonio with nearly 1,600 attendees and 164 exhibitors from a record eight countries. The five-day event featured seminars, lectures, general sessions and exhibits from sports turf and environmental science leaders. STMA’s new board of directors were installed at the annual meeting. “Our annual Conference brings... read more

2014 STMA Conference photo parade

January 23, 2014By AT Staff

Athletic Turf reports a photo parade live from the 2014 STMA Conference on January 21-24 in San Antonio, Texas. Photo: Athletic Turf Staff read more

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TPI appoints new executive director

January 16, 2014By Jim Novak

Bob Weerts, President of Turfgrass Producers International (TPI) has announced that Melanie Stanton has accepted the position of Executive Director of Turfgrass Producers International, effective January 13, 2014. Ms. Stanton comes to TPI from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) in Arlington Heights, Illinois where she served as Accreditation Manager. While at ASPS, Stanton secured an unprecedented six-year accreditation... read more

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STMA Conference app to enhance networking

January 13, 2014By Joelle Harms

Are you attending the 2014 STMA Conference? STMA revealed its new, free app to complement the conference and enhance networking opportunities. The app includes various conference features. You can access its: Schedule Exhibitor list Speaker list Education session information Maps Sponsors Attendees can also build unique schedules and profiles to connect with other attendees and exhibitors and boost professional contacts. Download... read more

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Brandt to acquire Grigg Bros.

January 7, 2014By AT Staff

Brandt announced that it has a definitive letter of intent to acquire Grigg Brothers, a leader in the golf and sports turf industry since 1995. The acquisition of Grigg Brothers fits Brandt’s corporate strategy of providing superior worldwide products. The combined company has sales in 48 U.S. states and 45 countries. Brandt offers a broad range of specialty products for... read more

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