8:15am - 9:00am: "Less Wire, More Control" by Alfredo Villanueva, Rain Bird

A look inside Rain Bird's 2-wire systems. Learn about Rain Bird’s new 50-Station 2-wire Controller with WIFI-based remote monitoring control and IVM.

9:10am - 10:00am: "Winning Through Efficiency" by Jay Guthy, Toro

Marketing and best practices for high-performance irrigation and lighting Systems. If you wish to be the best, you must perform at your best. Define and execute the right strategies to help achieve your goals.

10:05am - 10:50am: "Smartly Controlling Irrigation with Toro’s Newest Technology" by Jay Guthy, Toro

Discover Toro’s newest controllers launching this season. Witness the RXC WIFI Controller with the Oasis App-built on the same proven platform that powers Toro’s success in Golf controls. Come explore new products, enhanced programs, and a strong portfolio engineered to help you succeed this season.

10:55am – 11:40am: "Hunter Product Solutions" by Michael Boettcher, Hunter Industries

This discussion will provide an update on Hunter’s irrigation management platforms, along with controller and mechanical technologies that continue to provide solutions for the market.

11:45am – 12:10pm: "Illinois License Plumbing Code Updates" by Dean Goodenough, Illinois Plumbing Code

This class offers an opportunity to receive the CEUs that fulfill the yearly continuing education for Irrigation Contractors as required by the Illinois Plumbing Code.

12:10 – 1:00pm Lunch & Trade Show 

1:05pm – 2:00pm: "Locating and Fault Finding" by Bruce Nelson, Armada Technologies

Review of best practices for tracking wires, locating valves, and ground faults.

2:05pm – 3:05pm: "Trench Talk – The Underground Flow of Irrigation Across America" by Kevin Battistoni, Hunter Industries

From coast to coast, Kevin’s met with top irrigation pros who leverage tech, leadership, innovative products, and best practices to grow their business, boost profits, and conserve water. This Trench Talk dives into real stories, industry trends, and strategies that are shaping the future of irrigation.

8:15am - 8:55am: "Enhancing Lighting Design with Smart Control" by Adam Goers, WAC Lighting

Thoughtful control of your lighting designs using the reliable and innovative Colorscaping control system.

9:00am - 9:40am: "Shifting Into High Gear" by Kristin Watkins and Mark Angersola, Kichler Lighting

Meet the new line of professional lighting products from Kichler including transformers, path lights, and adjustable accents.

9:45am - 10:25am: "Understanding Alliance Bluetooth" by Joe Biondo, Alliance Outdoor Lighting

Take a tour of the Alliance Bluetooth lighting system as Joe walks through proper design and layouts for a successful project.

10:30am – 11:10am: "Elevating Your Outdoor Spaces with Sound" by Pierce Kadlec, nance Outdoor Audio

Learn how professionally designed audio systems can create an immersive experience for your clients and provide additional project revenue.

11:15 – 12:00pm: "The Dauer Value Proposition" by Tom Rowe & Curtis Butts, Dauer Lighting

Walk through the various opportunities available from a multi-faceted lighting partner program.

12:10 – 1:00pm Lunch & Trade Show 

1:05pm – 1:45pm: "Lighting Design: Go From Good to Great With the Right Tools" by Michael Boettcher, FX Luminaire

Showcasing the use of design tools and utilizing specific fixture types to accomplish the proper technique. The class will conclude with how to sell the design and ways to ensure your design stays your design!

1:50pm – 3:05pm: "Permanent Lighting Demystified" by Paul Hayden, Reinders Holiday Lighting

A quick overview of why you might want to get in the RGB game and gain a better understanding of the many permanent RGB lighting options.  Catch the highlights and differences in the systems we offer: Omni, Bluehopper, Minleon/Rainmin, and maybe a top secret new one!