The National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) Elevate conference, held in Charlotte, N.C., from Nov. 3-6, broke its record for attendees. Additionally, through events at the conference, the NALP-PAC raised $115,000 and the NALP Foundation raised more than $158,000.
“This year’s Elevate event was truly a success, breaking attendee records, blending high-caliber educational programming, inspiring discussions and the latest technology and equipment and extensive networking opportunities,” said Britt Wood, NALP CEO. “Our industry continues to evolve, and we are proud to help landscape professionals thrive in their businesses and careers.”
As part of the event, NALP presented its annual awards, including the Awards of Excellence, where a record 246 projects were recognized for outstanding achievements in landscape management, landscape contracting, design-build, lawn care and interiorscape projects.
NALP’s Leadership Awards were also presented. Lifetime Leadership went to Jeff Buhler of Massey Services , Women Leader of the Year to Brigitte Orrick of the Davey Tree Expert Company, Advocate of the Year to Nick Brummel of Brummel Lawn & Landscape, and Young Professional of the Year to Nate Farley of NationScapes.
NALP’s annual Safety Recognition Awards, in Partnership with Rancho Mesa, were also recognized. More than 70 companies received awards this year, with four companies receiving “Best of the Best” awards.
Next year, Elevate will be held in Phoenix, Ariz., Nov. 2-5, at the Phoenix Convention Center.
