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Contact: Sherry MacDonald
Phone: (703) 736-9666
E-mail: sherrymacdonald@landcarenetwork.org

For Immediate Release

PLANET’S CALENDAR OF EVENTS

HERNDON, Va., May 6, 2008 — The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) ensures that the green industry will flourish by cultivating the personal, professional, and business growth of those who enhance the world’s landscapes. PLANET fulfills its mission by providing top-notch educational opportunities at events that are scheduled throughout the year. PLANET invites all green industry professionals to take part in the following events and to benefit from the training, networking, and resources that are essential to growing their businesses.

Summer Leadership Meeting
June 18–22, 2008
Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa ● Stowe, Vermont
Members of PLANET’s leadership will gather to plan, strategize, network, and set the future course for the organization at this annual event.

Legislative Day on the Hill and Renewal & Remembrance at Arlington National and Historic Congressional Cemeteries
July 20–22, 2008
L’Enfant Plaza Hotel ● Washington, D.C.
Legislative Day on the Hill provides green industry professionals with an opportunity to unite and take a stand on Capitol Hill by discussing vital industry issues with legislators. The day before the Hill visits, attendees are invited to volunteer their skills and/or equipment for the “Renewal & Remembrance” project, a national community service effort to beautify Arlington National and Historic Congressional cemeteries.

Green Industry Conference
October 22–25, 2008
Marriott Louisville Downtown/Kentucky Expo Center ● Louisville, Kentucky
Green industry professionals will find something to spark their interest at this
dynamic, information-packed conference and trade show. PLANET’s Green Industry Conference (GIC) features first-rate education and networking opportunities targeted specifically for green industry professionals. GIC equips conference participants with the tips, techniques, and “how-tos” they need to increase their success. The GIC will be held in conjunction with the GIE+EXPO, which showcases an expansive lineup of cutting-edge exhibits and product demonstrations.

Executive Forum
February 19–22, 2009
Disney’s Beach Club Resort • Lake Buena Vista, Florida 
Executive Forum offers PLANET members a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders during an event that is a true combination of business and pleasure. The three-day meeting includes morning educational sessions, discussion groups, and networking opportunities, as well as time for golf, sightseeing, shopping, and entertainment. Company owners and top management find it to be the perfect time to see old friends, make new acquaintances, and share best practices, while gaining valuable knowledge on the hot topics and business issues that concern them most.

For more information about PLANET events, please contact the PLANET office at
(800) 395-2522 or LandcareNetwork.org.

PLANET is the association of members who create and maintain the QUALITY OF LIFE in communities across America. With more than 4,200 member companies and affiliates, these firms and their employees represent more than 100,000 green industry professionals.