Partnership with OPEI, PLANET and PGMS
With the continuing partnership of OPEI, PLANET and PGMS at GIE+EXPO attendees can take advantage of top-rated educational opportunities and still have time to explore the show floor.
The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute is the international trade association whose members are manufacturers of powered lawn and garden maintenance products, components and attachment supplies, as well as industry-related services. While at GIE+EXPO register for The Dealer Experience for the opportunity to garner education that provides take-home solutions.
The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) is an international association serving lawn care professionals, landscape management contractors, design/build/installation professionals and interior plantscapers. PLANET’s Green Industry Conference (GIC) features first-rate education and networking opportunities targeted specifically for green industry professionals and is held on-site of the GIE+EXPO.
The Professional Grounds Management Society (PGMS) is a professional society for the individual with the purpose of education and professional advancement. The majority of PGMS members are institutional grounds managers who work for organizations such as colleges and universities, municipalities, park and recreation facilities, office parks, apartment complexes, hotels/motels, cemeteries, theme parks, etc. While at GIE+EXPO take advantage of PGMS’ School of Grounds Maintenance. Here you have the opportunity to advance your professional development with educational seminars and events.



