34th Annual Spring Symposium

4/23/2026
7:15 AM - 4:00 PM

34th Annual Spring Symposium
4/23/2026
7:15 AM - 4:00 PM EST


Location: Royal Poinciana Golf Club, 1600 Solana Road, Naples, FL 34105





Event Description

The Spring Symposium is a great opportunity for turfgrass enthusiasts and industry professionals to come together and learn about the latest trends and advancements in golf course management. This year’s program features a strong lineup of speakers covering course maintenance, sustainability, and player experience.

 

Speakers

  • Michael Fidanza, Ph.D. , Pennsylvania State University
  • Jim Kerns, Ph.D. , North Carolina State University
  • Armand McCormick, Entrepreneur
  • J. Bryan Unruh, Ph.D. , University of Florida
  • Benjamin Wherley, Ph.D. , Texas A&M University
  • Fred Yelverton, Ph.D. , North Carolina State University
  • Raymond Snyder, Ph.D. , Harrell’s
 

Agenda
 

Schedule Time
Registration 7:15 AM
Opening Remarks 7:45 AM
Education 8:00 AM
Break 10:00 AM
Education 10:10 AM
Lunch 12:00 PM
Education 1:00 PM
Adjourn / Distribute Education Points 4:00 PM
 
Event Sponsors

Aerification Plus | BASF | Burrows Turfgrass Services | Bushwood Tree Company | Club Care, Inc. | Corteva Agriscience | Dryject Technologies | Everglades Equipment Group | Everglades Pinestraw | Florida Golf Materials | Genesis Distribution | Glase Golf, Inc. | Heritage Landscape Supply | MJS Golf Services | MJS Grassing | Noble Turf | Plant Food Company Inc. | Pond Guru | ProPlus Products, Inc | SiteOne Landscape Supply | Southern Soils Turf Solutions

Important Notes
  • Jackets are required. No denim or shorts permitted.
  • Royal Poinciana Golf Club has a no-cell-phone policy.