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rebuild will take place on Mon ., Jan . 17 . All members are invited to participate . Transportation , products and materials will be provided . Pre-registration is required .
SAFE will be hosting its annual fundraising golf tournament , and plans are to hold it at the Westin , on property , so that golfers will not need to travel off-site . Sponsoring the event on Monday are Diamond Pro and Tri-Tex Grass .
Bush Sports Turf is again sponsoring the Tours program , which is still being finalized by the Conference Tours committee . This event will take participants offsite to see a variety of sports venues . The tours are set tentatively for Monday and Thursday .
The Chapter Relations Committee will be presenting an informational guide to chapter leaders that presents a wide variety of practices and ideas to consider to make the affiliated chapter network more vibrant . The guide showcases how chapters are applying these strategies for success .
Meet up with old friends and make new ones during the lively Welcome Reception on Tuesday , sponsored by The Toro Company and Covermaster . The reception will be held on a riverboat !
All women are invited to attend a special session and lunch on Tuesday during the Women ’ s Forum . This event is sponsored by Hunter Industries , now in its 15th year of doing so .
Approximately 175 exhibitors will be showcasing products and services for the industry on the trade show floor on Wednesday and Thursday . The trade show hours will not compete with the educational programs to allow for maximum time visiting booths .
On Wednesday , the new 2022 STMA Board of Directors will be introduced during the annual meeting , and attendees will be presented with an inspirational keynote address by Craig Whelden , sponsored by World Class Athletic Surfaces . After an impressive military career , Whelden decided he wanted to give back by sharing all he had learned about leadership with the next generation of leaders . He will present on Inspired Leadership .
The four-day event concludes with the Annual Awards Banquet on Thursday during which the Field of the Year , Innovative , and Founders Awards will be presented to the recipients ; the President ’ s Award for Leadership will be given , and Scholarship students will be honored . Awards sponsors include Carolina Green Corp ., Precision Laboratories , World Class Athletic Surfaces and John Deere .
EXTRAS Meals , Safety , Southern Charm and More STMA provides many meals during the conference : breakfast each day ; heavy hors d ’ oeuvres during receptions ; lunch and heavy hors d ’ oeuvres on the trade show floor ; lunch during the annual meeting ; and a three-course dinner during the concluding banquet .
STMA and all the venues it is using in Savannah follow CDC guidelines , and will provide a safe event for attendees . If you wish to wear a mask , there will be a supply at the STMA Registration area .
The City of Savannah offers a unique conference experience for its members and is also the perfect place for you to bring your partner for a romantic getaway . What better place to combine world-class education and spend quality time with your partner ! STMA will offer a guest registration option that will allow full access to the conference offerings , or you can select individual events such as golf , bowling , and the awards banquet . While you are attending education sessions , your partner can take a three-minute water taxi ride to the Downtown Historic District that boasts world-class restaurants , shopping , rooftop bars and breweries . After conference sessions conclude , reconnect with your partner and sample some fried green tomatoes , extra crispy fried chicken , and southern BBQ . Then wash it all down with Savannah ’ s signature drink , Chatham Artillery Punch .
Within the Historic District , you can take a romantic stroll through Forsyth Park and the River Market , visit museums and landmarks , all while indulging in locally made ice cream . Stay through the weekend and visit Tybee Island . Once there , you can watch for dolphins while indulging in oysters and champagne at a beachside restaurant . STMA truly hopes you and your partner consider joining us for the 2022 STMA Conference and Exhibition . The conference hotels are honoring the same rate three days pre-conference and three days post-conference .
The STMA Conference would not be possible without the work of its committees . The Conference Committees have worked hard to select a wide variety of sessions ,
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