OPE + Power Forum
The OPE + Power Forum business conference is unique in this industry for bringing together business owners and leaders , young and old , for focused learning , networking and idea sharing . We cover the most important topics facing landscape and OPE professionals with speakers who share their experience to help overcome challenges and grow businesses .
Registration is now open for the OPE + Power Forum which will take place January 20-22 , 2025 at the Sheraton Charlotte Hotel in Charlotte , N . C .
As part of EPG Brand Acceleration ’ s Power Trade conferences , the Power Forum joins Elevate Summit for marine industry professionals and the Accelerate Conference for powersports industry professionals . Together , decision makers and business owners can exchange ideas across industries and cultivate new relationships for extended learning .
No other conference brings together these three audiences which have so many synergies along with distinct differences . Equipment dealers , landscape professionals , boat dealers , and powersports dealers all face challenges with hiring , marketing , servicing , implementing new technology and more . Combined sessions during Elevate Summit , Accelerate Conference and Power Forum are designed for sharing best practices and learning from business management experts .
Call for Conference Speakers
We have an open call for speakers for these sessions . If you have ideas to share , or interest in speaking at this conference , please email OPE + Editor Glenn Hansen at ghansen @ epgacceleration . com .
Possible session topics : Combined “ Women in the Power
Trades ” panel discussion Data-focused power equipment industry trends
Charlotte is a hot spot for power equipment industry pros , and the Sheraton is centrally located .
Hiring and retaining the right personnel in a challenging staffing economy
Mergers , acquisitions , and succession planning for contractors , service businesses and equipment dealers
Digital transformation : how to communicate , sell , and operate a business online and in person
Electrification and Robotics : How power equipment is leading the tech revolution
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