Synthetic Turf Council

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Sunday, October 20, 2019

		Start Date	End Date	Start Time	End Time
(Closed) STC Board of Directors Meeting		10/20/2019	10/20/2019	12:00 PM	5:00 PM	10/20/2019 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
(Closed) STC Board of Directors Dinner		10/20/2019	10/20/2019	6:30 PM	Not Specified	10/20/2019 6:30 PM - Not Specified

Monday, October 21, 2019

		Start Date	End Date	Start Time	End Time
Exhibitor Setup		10/21/2019	10/21/2019	8:00 AM	5:00 PM	10/21/2019 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
STC Golf Tournament at TPC San Antonio, Canyons Course (pre-registration required)		10/21/2019	10/21/2019	8:00 AM	2:00 PM	10/21/2019 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM STC Golf Tournament at TPC San Antonio, Canyons Course Sponsored by Sportsfield Specialties, Inc. Monday, October 21, 2019 - 8:00 a.m. tee time (shotgun start) Pre-registration is required Price per player is $179, includes transportation, green fees, cart fees, range balls, all taxes and gratuities. Bus will bus pick up from The Westin Riverwalk, San Antonio at 6:30 a.m. About the Course: Due to the differing topography, the Pete Dye-designed AT&T Canyons Course, paired with Norman’s AT&T Oaks Course complement one another with each having a unique look, feel and playing experience for Members and resort guests. While very different from the traditional, tree-lined Oaks Course, the Canyons Course stands on its own as a tournament venue in terms of design, strategy and beauty. The course played host to PGA TOUR Champions San Antonio Championship from 2011-2015. Link: https://tpc.com/sanantonio/att-canyons-course/ Dress Code: Dress code includes a shirt with a collar, pants, slacks or Bermuda‐length shorts, soft spikes or tennis shoes. Tank tops, denim, tee shirts, cut‐off shorts and metal spikes are strictly prohibited. Collared golf shirts are required. Golf Event Sponsor
Certified Turf Installer-Landscape (CTI-L) Course and Exam (pre-registration required)		10/21/2019	10/21/2019	9:00 AM	4:00 PM	10/21/2019 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM The STC will offer the Certified Turf Installer-Landscape (CTI-L) Course and Exam on Monday, October 21 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at The Westin Riverwalk San Antonio. Pre-registration is required, here:
General Registration		10/21/2019	10/21/2019	1:00 PM	6:00 PM	10/21/2019 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM If you are pre-registered, when you arrive at the hotel, all you need to do is pick up your name badge from the STC Registration Desk in the Navarro Ballroom Foyer located on the 2nd level (badges are alphabetical by LAST NAME). Please wear your name badge at all times during the event. Your name badge identifies you as a registered attendee. Lanyard Sponsor Wi-Fi Sponsor
New Member, Guest and First-Timer Orientation		10/21/2019	10/21/2019	5:00 PM	6:00 PM	10/21/2019 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM The New Member, Guest and First-Timer Orientation provides you with a brief introduction to the STC and the opportunity to make connections with other first-time attendees and guests. You will be greeted by your assigned Host, who will introduce you around and help answer any questions you may have. • New Member, Guest and First-Timer Orientation Sponsored by Act Global • Monday, October 21, 2019, 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. • Host Hotel: The Westin Riverwalk, San Antonio Please RSVP via email to maria@syntheticturfcouncil.org by no later than October 14, 2019. New Member Orientation Sponsor
Welcome Reception and Exhibitor Showcase		10/21/2019	10/21/2019	6:00 PM	9:00 PM	10/21/2019 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Meet Our Exhibitors

Tuesday, October 22, 2019

		Start Date	End Date	Start Time	End Time
Breakfast in Exhibit Hall		10/22/2019	10/22/2019	7:00 AM	8:00 AM	10/22/2019 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Meet Our Exhibitors
Membership Meeting, Call to Order		10/22/2019	10/22/2019	8:00 AM	8:30 AM	10/22/2019 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM Presenter: Kevin Barker, STC Chairman Member Address on Synthetic Turf Industry
Update on STC Programs		10/22/2019	10/23/2019	8:30 AM	8:45 AM	10/22/2019 8:30 AM - 10/23/2019 8:45 AM Presenter: STC President & CEO Dan Bond, CAE Update on STC Member Programs
Keynote Address: Next Level Networking		10/22/2019	10/22/2019	8:45 AM	10:00 AM	10/22/2019 8:45 AM - 10:00 AM Presenter: Julie Brown Description: Business executives including construction managers, architects and engineering firm principals, overwhelmingly agree that strong and effective relationships are essential to personal and business success. This keynote talk will include information on how best to approach people and groups, where to position yourself at events for the best conversations, how to mingle, skip the small talk and ask big questions. The most important part of networking is how to follow up effectively with both warmth and competence to bring your relationships to the next level. Learning Objectives: Prepare for networking events, meetings and conferences for maximum ROI Build professional relationships based on EQ & IQ Understand how to assess the strength and size of your networking Foster relationships with timely and effect follow up About the Speaker: For two decades I have been dedicated my career to developing the necessary connections and friendships that make long term differences in the growth of businesses. Backed by research and historic industry intelligence I look for the similarities between people, finding ways to relate on multiple levels, to fully understand where people are coming from and what is important to them. Like them, you can trust me to identify and connect the dots to help achieve your business development goals. http://www.juliebrownbd.com/
Refreshment Break in Exhibit Hall		10/22/2019	10/22/2019	10:00 AM	10:45 AM	10/22/2019 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM Meet Our Exhibitors Coffee Break Sponsor
Concurrent Session 1A: Court Sport Synthetic Turf Applications		10/22/2019	10/22/2019	11:00 AM	12:00 PM	10/22/2019 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Presenters: Matt Adkins, ForeverLawn West Texas; Alastair Cox, FIH; Dakota Harp, Controlled Products, LLC An overview of court sport synthetic turf applications, including bocce, tennis, lawn bowling, putting greens, pickle ball and croquet. Learning objectives may include: How the applications differ based on regional extreme climates; Discuss the system components and turf construction (yarn type, face weight, pile height, infill depth, etc.); Discuss installation best practices, key items to address pre and post installation; Identify what types of bases (stone, concrete, etc.) and attachments (wood staked, concrete curb, glue to flatwork) are typical.
Concurrent Session 1B: The Future of B2B Marketing: Embracing Digital Change in the Industrial Manufacturing World		10/22/2019	10/22/2019	11:00 AM	12:00 PM	10/22/2019 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Presenter: Hailey Cassidy, Global Branding & Digital Marketing Specialist, Americhem Inc. Description: This presentation reveals some of the best tactics for formulating a successful B2B marketing plan for 2020. Learn how to approach the new digital marketing trends, how to adapt them for an industrial world, and how to appeal to the new B2B Millennials that are making the purchasing decisions today. Learning Objectives: How to create a successful B2B marketing plan in 2020; How to market to Millennials; Why marketing to the industrial manufacturing industry is so different than marketing to any other industry and how to overcome our barriers
Exhibitor Showcase and Lunch		10/22/2019	10/22/2019	12:00 PM	2:00 PM	10/22/2019 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM View the latest products and services in the synthetic turf industry, broaden your knowledge base on industry-related issues, and network among builders, landscape architects, testing labs, maintenance providers, manufacturers, suppliers, installation contractors, infill material suppliers and other specialty service companies. Meet Our Exhibitors
Concurrent Session 2A: The Science of Skin Friction and Player Safety Update		10/22/2019	10/22/2019	2:15 PM	3:15 PM	10/22/2019 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM Presenter: Thierry Levy, Labosport US Inc.; John Baize, Act Global Description: "Turf burn" is perceived as the major issue of synthetic turf as skin friction is not avoidable in sports, players will always fall on the surface, limited statistics are available, and it's considered as a minor injury or not an injury. Learning objectives include: Understand how Friction = heat + abrasion; Understand how to reduce skin friction based on the different components of a system; Discuss existing testing standards and guidelines for concussions and lower extremity injuries.
Concurrent Session 2B: Design Considerations and Awareness for Residential and Commercial Landscape Synthetic Grass		10/22/2019	10/22/2019	2:15 PM	3:15 PM	10/22/2019 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM Presenters: Joe Wadkins, Ask JW; Paula Penrod, SYNLawn of Northern Nevada;Terry Stricklen, SYNLawn Houston; Brad Borgman, USGreentech An overview of the design considerations for landscape synthetic grass systems, infill systems, and specialty applications, including pets and golf. Learning objectives include: Learn about turf types and different applications; Review sub-base and base construction options; Learn about the attributes of different fiber and infill types/heights/weights; Review the variables in maintenance best practices
Interactive Work Group Sessions		10/22/2019	10/22/2019	3:30 PM	4:30 PM	10/22/2019 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Please choose one of the following work group sessions to help address critical industry issues and make improvements to STC member programs and services: Advocacy Education Marketing How to Get the Most from Your STC Membership Landscape and Recreation

Wednesday, October 23, 2019

		Start Date	End Date	Start Time	End Time
Closing Breakfast		10/23/2019	10/23/2019	7:00 AM	8:00 AM	10/23/2019 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Recognition of Outgoing Board Members and Introduction of New Board of Directors		10/23/2019	10/23/2019	8:00 AM	8:15 AM	10/23/2019 8:00 AM - 8:15 AM Presenter: STC Chairman Kevin Barker, Controlled Products LLC The Synthetic Turf Council (STC) is pleased to announce the 2019 STC Board of Directors election results. Elected in 2019 (Term begins on October 23, 2019) John Baize, Act Global (M) - reelected Thomas Boehme, Genan (M) Butch DeFillippo, PlaySafe LLC (P) Holli Durchik, Foresite Design (P) Shaun Garrity, USGreentech (M) Mark Klementti, RK & Associates (P) Chuck McClurg, Shaw Sports Turf (M) - reelected Term Expires in 2020 Todd DeWolfe, AstroTurf (B) Terra Erickson, Sportsfield Specialties Inc. (S) Donna Kent, ForeverLawn (B) Laith Ross, RossTarrant Architects (P) Eric O'Donnell, Sports Labs UK Ltd. (S) Board of Directors Composition by Membership Category (as req'd by STC Bylaws): Total: 12, plus Immediate Past Chairman (ex officio) Manufacturers and Suppliers (M) - min. 1, max. 4 Builders and Installers (B) - min. 1, max. 4 Specialty Services Companies, incl. Testing Labs (S) - min. 1, max. 4 Independent Professionals and Consultants (P) - min. 1, max. 4 The STC would like to thank the Board members whose terms expire October 23, 2019: Brad Borgman, USGreentech (2015-2019; Vice Chairman 2016-2017) Amy Brackin, Liberty Tire (2013-2019; Vice Chairman 2014-2015; Chairman 2015-2017) Mike Cobb, InnovaNet (2015-2019; Secretary 2016-2017) Luke McCoy, Kaestle Boos Associates (2015-2019; Treasurer 2017-2019) David Nardone, Stantec Sport (2015-2019; Secretary 2017-2019)
Update from the European Synthetic Turf Council (ESTC)		10/23/2019	10/23/2019	8:15 AM	8:40 AM	10/23/2019 8:15 AM - 8:40 AM Presenter: Stefan Diderich, ESTC Director General Update from the European Synthetic Turf Council (ESTC)
Update from the STC LatAm		10/23/2019	10/23/2019	8:40 AM	9:00 AM	10/23/2019 8:40 AM - 9:00 AM Presenter: Pedro Daniel Sarmiento; Laura Braga, STC LatAm Co-Chairs Synthetic Turf Market in Latin America Market analysis Major challenges Expectations of Latin American members
STC Engagement and Impact to Members		10/23/2019	10/23/2019	9:05 AM	9:40 AM	10/23/2019 9:05 AM - 9:40 AM Presenter: John Baize, Act Global As Synthetic Turf Council grows as a global organization, it creates a valuable impact to the industry and all the STC members. This presentation reviews how Advocacy, Education, Marketing and Networking helps each member, and discusses how each member can improve its business by engaging with STC.
Update on European Regulations on PAHs and Potential Ban on Polymeric Infills and Microplastics as a Global Issue		10/23/2019	10/23/2019	9:40 AM	10:20 AM	10/23/2019 9:40 AM - 10:20 AM Presenter: Alastair Cox, International Hockey Federation (FIH) Thousands of synthetic turf fields are reaching their end of life and require replacement. Opportunity: Take advantage of new technology. Install safer, more playable surfaces by incorporating underlying shock pads and cooler alternative infill materials. Challenge: Creating bid documents that are specifically written for replacing synthetic turf over an existing sub-base.
Replacing Your Synthetic Turf: Opportunities and Challenges		10/23/2019	10/23/2019	10:30 AM	11:30 AM	10/23/2019 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Presenter: Catherine Eiswerth, RF Binnie Associates; Zach Burns, The Motz Group; Buzz Splittgerber, BuzzTurf Description: Thousands of synthetic turf fields are reaching their end of life and require replacement. Learning objectives include: Lessons learned and pitfalls; Considerations for incorporating shock pads, infill re-use and alternative infill materials; Discuss best practices for bid documents that are specifically written for replacing synthetic turf over an existing sub-base; Discuss the considerations for pre-bid geotechnical and materials testing for synthetic turf field replacement
STC Performance and Durability Guide for Shock Pads Presentation		10/23/2019	10/23/2019	11:30 AM	11:50 AM	10/23/2019 11:30 AM - 11:50 AM Presenter: Mr. Alastair Cox, STC Shock Pad Task Force Chair A presentation of the new STC guideline for shock pads as it relates to performance, test methods, durability, and drainage.
Adjournment of STC Annual Membership Meeting		10/23/2019	10/23/2019	11:50 AM	12:00 PM	10/23/2019 11:50 AM - 12:00 PM
(Closed) STC Board of Directors Meeting to Vote in the Officers		10/23/2019	10/23/2019	12:00 PM	1:00 PM	10/23/2019 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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