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your skills , meet fellow attendees , and make lasting connections — all while benefiting the SAFE Foundation .
Welcome Reception : Kick off the conference in style at the Welcome Reception , sponsored by Covermaster and The Toro Company . It is the perfect opportunity to network , relax and get into the conference spirit .
First Timers , International and CSFM receptions : Whether it ’ s your first time attending , you ’ ve traveled from afar , or you ’ re a Certified Sports Field Manager ( CSFM ), there is a special reception just for you . Sponsored by AgStone LLC ., these receptions allow you to connect with fellow professionals and celebrate the diverse SFMA community .
Annual Awards Reception : It ’ s time to honor the best in the sports field management industry . At the Annual Awards Reception , sponsored by Carolina Green and World Class Paint , SFMA will recognize outstanding achievements and contributions that have pushed forward the sports field management profession .
F . I . E . L . D . Forum : Fostering Inclusion , Equity , Leadership , and Diversity in the Sports Field Industry ( F . I . E . L . D .) SFMA is welcoming back this event focused on promoting inclusion and diversity . Sponsored by Hunter Industries , the event marks an opportunity to discuss and cultivate a more inclusive sports field management community .
TRADE SHOW AND EXHIBITION The trade show and exhibition is one of the highlights of the SFMA Conference , and 2025 will be no exception . Exhibition Hours : Wednesday , January 15 : 1:30 - 6:30 p . m . Thursday , January 16 : 10 a . m . - 1:00 p . m .
Exhibitors : The SFMA Conference offers visibility and brand awareness among a highly targeted audience of sports field management professionals . Showcase your products and services to decision makers who are eager to explore innovative solutions . Forge valuable connections with industry leaders , experts and potential clients ; expand your market reach ; discover new business opportunities ; and drive your company ’ s growth .
To become an exhibitor , you must be a current SFMA member . If you are not a member or need to renew your membership , contact sfmainfo @ sportsfieldmanagement . org . For exhibition inquiries or questions about your booth , contact Trade Show Manager Michelle Mobley at mmobley @ sportsfieldmanagement . org or 202-359-1957 .
SFMA is also offering sponsorship opportunities that will put your company in the spotlight . Don ’ t miss the chance to align your brand with one of the most prestigious events in the sports field management industry . A wide range of sponsorship opportunities are available , tailored to suit businesses of all sizes and budgets . Sponsorship opportunities are still available for the 2025 SFMA Conference . To discuss sponsorship options or share your ideas , reach out to Whitney Webber at wwebber @ sportsfieldmanagement . org .
The 2025 SFMA Conference and Exhibition promises to be an unforgettable experience , bringing together industry professionals , thought leaders and innovators . Join SFMA to celebrate members , exchange knowledge , and shape the future of sports field management . For more information , or to register , visit https :// www . sportsfieldmanagement . org / conference /. sportsfieldmanagementonline . com July 2024 | SportsField Management
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