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We are constantly looking for professionals in this area and industry that are willing to share their knowledge and expertise with our attendees. If you or someone you know would like to present an informational and educational talk at this EXPO, you can submit an application by filling out this online FORM

NOTE: First priority is given to exhibiting businesses. (No "product pitches" or "infomercials", please.)

ROOM #1 and ROOM #2
(Scroll Down for Room #2)

SEMINAR ROOM #1

 

11:00 - SAT and SUN

TOPIC: Low-Maintenance Landscapes

It seems like everyone wants their outdoors to be "low maintenance". This can be achieved by hiring services or practicing sustainable landscape methods. Attend this seminar to learn more about Landscape Maintenance, and determine what your role is.

PRESENTER: Nick Tamble

BIO: Nick is the president of Lawn and Landscape Gardens (LLG) and a 20 year professional in the outdoor service industry. Nick is an active member of the Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association as well as the Minnesota Renewable Energy Society. He has appeared twice on HGTV's Landscape Smart and is currently a producer/host for Landscape Segments on Suburban Mix airing on QCTV and Channel 6.

WEB: http://www.llgardens.com

 

12:00 - Saturday AND Sunday

TOPIC: Drainage Isssues

The second hot topic and Spring favorite; drainage issues take center stage. Discusion will include 2 videos explaining some principles of drainage and practical solutions for your residence. The topic of water has been at the political stage for some years now and is gaining more and more attention as hundreds of volunteers and government officials make decisions on Best Management Practices when it comes to stormwater.

PRESENTER: Nick Tamble

BIO: Nick is the president of Lawn and Landscape Gardens (LLG) and a 20 year professional in the outdoor service industry. Nick is an active member of the Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association as well as the Minnesota Renewable Energy Society. He has appeared twice on HGTV's Landscape Smart and is currently a producer/host for Landscape Segments on Suburban Mix airing on QCTV and Channel 6.

WEB: http://www.llgardens.com

 

1:00 - SAT and SUN

TOPIC: Current Trends in the Landscape

The thrill of what's new and exciting is taking back seat to what is native and sustainable. Rain barrels may sound like a "new" idea, but some of us might remember the barrel catching water at grandma's house. What do you think is current? Drainage Issues, Fire, Water, Groundcovers...come vote for your favorite and watch a video on a Basalt Bubbler installation!

PRESENTER: Nick Tamble

BIO: Nick is the president of Lawn and Landscape Gardens (LLG) and a 20 year professional in the outdoor service industry. Nick is an active member of the Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association as well as the Minnesota Renewable Energy Society. He has appeared twice on HGTV's Landscape Smart and is currently a producer/host for Landscape Segments on Suburban Mix airing on QCTV and Channel 6.

WEB: http://www.llgardens.com

 

2:00 - BOTH Saturday AND Sunday

TOPIC: A Landscaper Comes Knocking…How To Enjoy a Working Relationship

You've filled out some information on-line or called a company from a print advertisement and you have an appointment set…now what? Nick Tamble will share Lawn and Landscape Gardens "Landscape Beginning to End" to help you best prepare for your next outdoor makeover.

PRESENTER: Nick Tamble

BIO: Nick is the president of Lawn and Landscape Gardens (LLG) and a 20 year professional in the outdoor service industry. Nick is an active member of the Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association as well as the Minnesota Renewable Energy Society. He has appeared twice on HGTV's Landscape Smart and is currently a producer/host for Landscape Segments on Suburban Mix airing on QCTV and Channel 6.

WEB: http://www.llgardens.com

 

3:00 - Sat and Sunday!

TOPIC: Video Replay with Q & A
Video replays of 4 Landscape Segments will be shown with a recap of previous seminar topics as well as Question and Answer time with your Landscape Professionals at Lawn and Landscape Gardens.

PRESENTER: Nick Tamble and Anthony Tamble

BIO: Nick is the president of Lawn and Landscape Gardens (LLG) and a 20 year professional in the outdoor service industry. Nick is an active member of the Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association as well as the Minnesota Renewable Energy Society. He has appeared twice on HGTV's Landscape Smart and is currently a producer/host for Landscape Segments on Suburban Mix airing on QCTV and Channel 6.

WEB: http://www.llgardens.com

 

4:00 - Sat and Sunday!

TOPIC: Pending

 

 

 

SEMINAR ROOM #2
 

11:00 - SAT and SUN

TOPIC: Pending

PRESENTER: Pending

 

12:00 - Saturday AND Sunday

TOPIC: Are there cracks in your retirement nest egg?

DESCRIPTION: Some of the cracks that could undermine the soundness of your retirement plan include; sequence of market returns, inflation, taxes, increased life expectancy, and long term care expenses. We will discuss potential problems and how to minimize them.

PRESENTER: Jerrel Heckman

BIO: Jerrel Heckman's mission is "to help my clients achieve their goals through strategic planning and prudent asset management."

Jerrel is an independent Financial Advisor, and he has been a Financial Advisor for fourteen years. Jerrel has a degree in Business and Management from the U of MN. He is a former business owner. In the past, Jerrel has served on the Blaine Planning Commission and on the Board of Directors for Achieve Services, Inc.

 

1:00 - SAT and SUN

TOPIC: Hot Kitchen, or not!

DESCRIPTION: A history of kitchens from years ago to today. Examples (slide show) of these kitchens. Common kitchen problems and solutions.

PRESENTER: Paul Lesieur

BIO: Paul Lesieur is a certified kitchen designer with 30 years experience.
Paul started out in New England and is a Yankee Workshop graduate and has gone on to receive certifications in Universal Design, kitchen and bath remodeling and Renovate Right Practices.

WEB: http://www.silvertreeconstruction.com/

 

2:00 - BOTH Saturday AND Sunday

TOPIC: Are there cracks in your retirement nest egg?

DESCRIPTION: Some of the cracks that could undermine the soundness of your retirement plan include; sequence of market returns, inflation, taxes, increased life expectancy, and long term care expenses. We will discuss potential problems and how to minimize them.

PRESENTER: Jerrel Heckman

BIO: Jerrel Heckman's mission is "to help my clients achieve their goals through strategic planning and prudent asset management."

Jerrel is an independent Financial Advisor, and he has been a Financial Advisor for fourteen years. Jerrel has a degree in Business and Management from the U of MN. He is a former business owner. In the past, Jerrel has served on the Blaine Planning Commission and on the Board of Directors for Achieve Services, Inc.

 

3:00 - Saturday AND Sunday

TOPIC: Q and A for Common Yard and Garden Problems

DESCRIPTION: (pending)

BIO: Steven Schack has been in the landscaping industry for 23 years. He started up his company, The Greenery Schack LLC (DBA Greenery Schack Landscaping) in 1991. Steven is trained and certified in all aspects of hardscapes in the landscaping industry. Every year he continues to retrain and re-certify, to stay abreast of all the new products, procedures and changes in the landscaping industry. Steven updated his international paver training in 2003 at the Certified Concrete Paver Installer Program to become skilled at how to install paver driveways, patios and walkways flawlessly. He has also been trained and certified by several landscaping segmental retaining wall block companies such as Versa-Lok, Allan Block, and Anchor and is N.C.M.A. certified. He has a Minnesota Nursery License and his training is on going every year to insure The Greenery Schack’s customers get the best company to install their segmental retaining walls, paver driveway and patio products perfectly. The company’s supervisors go to classes also. With this updated knowledge we can better serve our customers both residential and commercial.

Steven is certified by Aquascapes Designs. Our water features such as ponds, streams and waterfalls are specialized to each of our customer’s wants and needs. No two are ever the same.

The Greenery Schack LLC is a member of the Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association, Metro North Chamber and the Better Business Bureau as well as other referral lists. Steven has given seminars at home shows for over 6 years and has been on NM15 TV and will be appearing on NM14 TV starting in April 2010 also.

http://www.greeneryschack.com/

 


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