Wow, the older I get, the faster the years seem to whiz by! A new year brings new hopes, new plans, new beginnings and if you’re a dreamer, new dreams. With 2018 behind us, remember to review your success and any failures, reached goals (personal and professional), deferred or completed projects but most of all, remember to learn from the past year.
Read more: Presidents Message - 2018 in the Rear View Mirror
Looking back at previous messages, I may have stepped on toes, possibly bruised some egos and have potentially sounded a bit preachy, my apologies if you were negatively affected. That being said, it’s important for an industry association President to bring up the tough subjects so we can all do our best in whatever we do and achieve higher levels for our industry in the process.
By Peter Sorokovsky
I have often wondered about this and to me, it seems professionalism can come in many forms. Many of these points may seem contentious but hopefully open dialogue and discussion will help make us think more before making decisions. By no means is this an exhaustive list and while you don’t have to agree with me, I do want us as an industry to grow, so here goes...
Read more: President’s Message June/July 2018 – What is Professionalism?
One of the Western Canada Turfgrass Association’s foundational pillars is funding turfgrass research. If you were unaware, 10% of membership revenue goes directly toward turfgrass research projects. Additionally, 30% of any surplus at year-end also goes to research funding.
Read more: WCTA Remains Committed to Scientific Turfgrass Research
First and foremost I want to thank everyone who attended our 2018 Annual conference and tradeshow starting with all the vendors who sponsored events at our show and all who took a booth and of course all the delegates who attended.