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About The STCOur MissionLead, educate and advocate for the synthetic turf industry. Our VISIONInspire and connect healthier communities through synthetic turf spaces. ABOUT THE STCFounded in 2003, the STC assists buyers and end users with the selection, use and maintenance of synthetic turf systems in sports field, golf, municipal parks, airports, landscape and residential applications. It is a resource for current, credible, and independent research on the safety and environmental impact of synthetic turf, as well as technical guidance on the selection, installation, maintenance, and environmentally responsible disposal of synthetic turf. Membership includes builders, landscape architects, testing labs, maintenance providers, manufacturers, suppliers, installation contractors, infill material suppliers and other specialty service companies. Through the continued support of its members, the STC realizes the significant efforts and accomplishments in the areas of advocacy, membership, education, and marketing. Like many trade associations, much of the STC's success can be attributed to its extensive network of industry leaders and member programs, including the Public Outreach and Education Campaign, Community Service Project, Exhibitor Showcase, Awards Program, and Certification Programs. View HistoryBoard of DirectorsOfficers Stratton Kirton, Chairman
Vice President Government Affairs
Liberty Tire Recycling George Neagle, CSTI, Vice President
Executive VP
SYNLawn Peter FariƱas, Treasurer
Owner
Turf & Vine Peter Oksanen, Secretary
National Sales Manager
Schmitz Foam Products Chip Richardson, Director-at-Large
President
Sweetwater Construction LLC Michael Gentile, Immediate Past Chairman
Co-founder/CEO
Firefly Sports Testing Directors Cab Bramlett
Director of Operations
Shaw Sports Turf Adam Coleman
VP Marketing and Innovation
The Motz Group Brad D'Agnillo
Market Director of Engineering
Sportworks Design Joel Eaton
Director of Sales
Covia Todd Ford
Site/Civil Discipline Leader
Woolpert Inc. Adam Hambarian
President
OxyTurf Matt Riggs
Vice President of Sales-Americas
TenCate Grass Standing CommitteesAdvocacy and SustainabilityLearn MoreKnowledgeLearn MoreMarketingLearn MoreMembershipLearn MoreGovernment AffairsLearn MoreStaff Melanie Taylor, CAE
President and CEO
Chelsea Davidson, QAS
Lead Association Coordinator
Samantha Jackson, QAS
Association Coordinator
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