Show floor activities

Not only does the Golf Industry Show feature more than 600 exhibitors, but there are also many exciting activities to provide you with the latest product information, industry trends, entertainment, and recreation while you're on the show floor:

• Design and Construction Information Center
• Outdoor Recreation Center
• Test Drive Technology Lab
• New Product Showcase
• Buyer/Seller Marketplace
• Networking parks

 

Design and Construction Information Center

The Golf Course Builders Association of America, the American Society of Golf Course Architects, the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America, the Irrigation Association and the National Golf Foundation will present this lounge on the show floor featuring videos and slides of design and construction case studies, complimentary education programs and comfortable seating for networking and learning with your peers.

Presentation schedule

Wednesday, Feb. 10
11:30 a.m.	Update from the National Golf Foundation: Golf Facility Development, Participation Demographics, Future of Facilities
12:30 p.m.	Turning a Blighted Site into a PGA Tour Venue: Liberty National
1:30 p.m.	If It Can Go Wrong, It Will: The Pitfalls of International Development
2:30 p.m.	Affordable, Effective Greens Construction Techniques
3:30 p.m.	Sensitive Restoration of a Classic Layout: The Greenbrier

 

Thursday, Feb. 11
11:30 a.m.	Audubon Certification Program: Not Just New Developments – Mirimichi
12:30 p.m.	Design and Construction in China: Case Studies
1:30 p.m.	Renovation with a Focus on Environmental Improvement and Water Conservation
2:30 p.m.	Ask the ASGCA and GCBAA Leaders: How to Move Forward with Projects in Today’s Economy
3:30 p.m.	Update from the National Golf Foundation: Golf Facility Development, Participation Demographics, Future of Facilities

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Outdoor Recreation Center

Presented in partnership with Total Sports Solutions, three challenging putting simulators and a putting green will be available for you to test your skills. Also in this area, you can discover outdoor recreation activities such as shuffle board and tennis.  And, you can try your hand at disc golf and Nintendo Wii, or simply relax "outdoors" on the show floor. Make time to enjoy each and every one of these activities!
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Test Drive Technology Lab
. . . technologies to drive your facility

Presented by GCSAA, NGCOA and CMAA

This lab on the show floor offers you and your team the opportunity to experience the newest technology solutions in the industry and "test drive" state-of-the-art hardware and software ranging from iPhone applications to Panasonic Toughbooks. The solutions you find here are intended to help you more effectively and successfully manage all aspects of your business. Stop by the booth to discover what your facility has been missing, and register to win these great prizes:

• Two HP Netbook computers
• One Lenovo laptop computer
• Four iPod Nanos

These prizes will be given away during the Show Floor Happy Hour on Thursday, Feb. 11, from 4-6 p.m.
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New Product Showcase

Running the length of the main aisle at the center of the trade show floor, the New Product Showcase allows you a first glimpse at some of the most recent product introductions in the industry. This is the spot for exhibitors to unveil their freshest innovations and latest technologies for golf course, facility and club management solutions.

View the list of new products »
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Buyer/Seller Marketplace

This area, within the Exhibitor Business Lounge/Trade Show Management Office on the trade show floor, is a comfortable and semi-private space for you to conduct brief business meetings with exhibitors or close sales away from the booth.
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The Toro Co. Networking Park Booth 7837

 

Networking parks

Located across the trade show floor, three parks provide the perfect places to relax, enjoy comfortable seating and meet with colleagues—all without leaving the exhibit halls.

These parks will feature internet kiosks presented in partnership with DuPont Professional Products and ample seating.  Make these parks a destination for gatherings with your facility team, peers, or to conduct quick meetings with exhibitors.
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