JANUARY 22, 2025
THANK YOU TO OUR DAY TWO SPONSORS:
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ITINERARY
7:30 // Registration Open – Hot Breakfast available
SPONSORED BY:
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8:00 // TRADE SHOW OPEN
8:00 – 9:00 // Speaker: Dr. Kyley Dickson: Grass in a Changing Climate
9:00 – 10:00 // Annual General Meeting
9:20 – 11:00 // Dedicated Trade Show
11:00 – 12:00 // Speaker: Grant Murphy: Operational Efficiencies & Team Building in a Golf Course Environment
11:30 – 12:00 // Exhibitor lunch
12:00 – 1:00 // Attendee Lunch
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1:00 – 2:00 // Speaker: Dr. Kyley Dickson: Growing Grass in the Shade Research
2:00 // Cash Bar Opens & Dedicated Trade Show
3:30 // Silent Auction Closes – Winners Announced
4:00 // OVTA Winter Conference Closes
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DR. KYLEY DICKSON
With over 15 years of experience in the turfgrass industry, Dr. Dickson brings a wealth of expertise spanning turfgrass research, sports field management, and lawn care. He holds a Doctorate, Master’s, and Bachelor’s degree in Plant Sciences, all from the University of Tennessee – Knoxville, where he continues his role as Researcher and Associate Director at the Center for Athletic Field Safety. Dr. Dickson’s work focuses on sustainable turfgrass solutions, improving athletic field safety, and promoting A-LIST-approved varieties that balance environmental benefits with exceptional performance.
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GRANT MURPHY
Grant Murphy is an experienced golf course superintendent currently serving at Barrie Country Club in Barrie, Ontario. With over 30 years of expertise in the field, he is known for his dedication to creating exceptional playing conditions. Before joining Barrie Country Club in 2019, Grant spent nearly two decades as the Associate Superintendent at The National Golf Club of Canada, a role that honed his skills in maintaining top-tier golf courses. His career reflects a commitment to excellence in turf management and enhancing the golfer's experience.
You must attend the entire scheduled talk to receive your CEC point.
**You will not be able to sign your name once the clip boards have been collected**
