Venue

Bloomington-Normal Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
Center of the ISU Campus
201 Broadway | Normal, IL 61761
Ph. 309-862-9000

 About the Event

Our culture is good at keeping us separate -- involved in our own lives, overwhelmed by technology and media, with little time or inclination to reach 
out. What might it be like if you made time to gather with peers who share similar goals, interests, and work habits? What if you could spend time getting focused on your plan for the year, thinking about the intentions you want to set that could lead to positive change?

InVigorateU is an annual event that not only provides great speakers and continuing education credits, but also offers a chance to take time away from your crazy schedule to focus on what worked last year and what you might want to do different this year. 

Day one is devoted to the element that unites all diverse segments of our industry – Plants! We love them and we seek to do better by them. Join your peers and industry experts for sessions devoted to putting more of the right plants in the hands of the public, and ensuring they thrive long after they are planted.

That evening, join us at Destihl Brewery to relax with dinner, drinks, and trivia!

On day two, we break it down and get in the weeds with tracks specific to your professional needs and interests. Follow one track all day, or feel free to pick and choose the sessions that best suit your needs.

Growers will cover a variety of topics, from what you need to know about cannabis in the industry to HR and labor issues. For the Landscape Architects, we've teamed up with ASLA Illinois to create a track for that will meet your continuing education needs while learning about successful native gardens, sustainable practices, and more.

We are also introducing two new tracks that we're very excited for - Marketing will be presented by industry expert Chris Heiler, and give you the tools you need to tackle website challenges, social media, better marketing content, and more. Sales Force is a track for green industry team members that will address some of their toughest customer challenges and build confidence in their role as plant experts. 

On both days, we offer irrigation training, presented by Hunter Industries, to help irrigation contractors satisfy the continuing education requirements required by Section 892 of Illinois Plumbing code.  

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Schedule

Exhibitor Setup
    Monday, January 20 - 3pm - 7pm
    Tuesday, January 21 - 6:30am - 7:30am

Education
    Tuesday, January 21
        8:30am - 5:00pm (Irrigation training begins at 8:00am)
        Dinner & Trivia Event at Destihl Brewery - 6:00pm - 9:30pm

    Wednesday, January 22
        8:30am - 4:15pm (Irrigation training from 8:00 - 5:00)

 

 

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Continuing Education Credits

Landscape Architects	Irrigation Contractors	Illinois Certified Nursery Professionals (ICN Pros)	Certified  Arborists
January 21 Earn 5.25 LACES credits (4.25 are HSW)	Attending one 4-hour course fulfills the mandatory annual requirement mandated by Illinois Plumbing License Law. If your business still needs the initial 16-hour course to get approved certified, IDPH has approved taking all four courses combined to serve as your mandatory initial 16-hour course.	January 21 Earn one (1) CEU for attending the full day	January 21 Earn  3.25 CEUs
January 22 Earn six (6) LACES  credits Nine (9)  session options (5 are HSW)		January 22 Earn one (1) CEU for attending the full day	January 22 Earn two (2) CEUs

 

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Keynote Speakers

Developing, Selecting, and Introducing New Woody Plants

Mike Yanny
President, JN Plant Selections
ABOUT MIKE

Have you ever wondered how a plant breeder gets their ideas for new introductions?  How do they determine a name for their new creation?  In this presentation Mike will talk about how certain cultivars originated, his seed selection process, how stronger and better plants are developed over time and more.

 

How Are We Holding Ourselves Back?

Amanda Thomsen
ABOUT AMANDA

There are many small ways we hold ourselves back from success each day. In this humorous presentation, Amanda Thomsen will motivate you to snap out of your old ways and get excited about finding new solutions, trialing ideas and setting intentions for a strong 2020.

Read more about our entire line up of industry experts here.

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Reach more attendees with an ad in the Event Program Book!

How Can Your Company Get Involved?

The Illinois Green Industry Association invites you to take advantage of sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities: 

• Premier or Event Level Sponsorship
• Sponsor an Education Track - Prime visibility with your target segment!
• Support the Social Mixer through sponsorship
• Keep attendees caffeinated with a Coffee/Tea Sponsorship
• Meal Sponsorship
• Place an ad in the Event Program Book - LEARN MORE

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Accommodations

Bloomington-Normal Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
Center of the ISU Campus
201 Broadway
Normal, IL 61761
Ph. 309-862-9000

IGIA has reserved a block of rooms conveniently located and priced to meet your budget. The $127 discounted rate includes covered parking, free wi-fi, first-class service, and exclusive Marriott amenities. The deadline to reserve your discounted room is December 30, 2019.  When you call, you must reference Illinois Green or InVigorateU.  To reserve online, click the hotel reservation link below:

Reserve Your Hotel Now

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 Destihl Dinner & Trivia

Destihl Brewery
Barrel Room
1200 Greenbriar Dr.,
Normal, IL 61761
Ph. 309-420-0159

After day one we invite you to Destihl Brewery, one of Central Illinois' top breweries, for a dinner followed by trivia! If trivia isn't your thing, there will also be a private brewery tour available. This is a ticketed event and will require registration before January 7th, so reserve your spot now! Follow the link below for more information and to grab your tickets today!

Destihl Dinner & Trivia Details

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2020 Sponsors

Event Sponsors

Education Sponsors
LA CES Partner
Destihl Dinner & Trivia Sponsors
Meal Sponsor
Coffee / Tea Sponsors
Lanyard Sponsor
Supporting Sponsors Goodmark Nurseries - Learn More Russo Power Equipment - Learn More National Nursery Products - Learn More Hinsdale Nurseries - Learn More Dayton Bag and Burlap - Learn More

Special thanks to our InVigorateU Committee!

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