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• Executive Forum … sell-out success
• Eldon Dyk honored for his lifetime of leadership
• Erickson Retirement Communities recognized for its commitment to the green industry
• Reservations open for the 2007 Green Industry Conference
• Discounted pricing on equipment now available
• PLANETcareers job site to launch in March
• Take pride in your safety achievements
• Stay connected … stay informed

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Executive Forum … sell-out success

A record number of company owners, managers, and upper-level employees attended PLANET’s recent Executive Forum. They learned how to creatively apply the principles of “lean management” to their businesses using Lego® building blocks.
(Recent Events)

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Eldon Dyk honored for his lifetime of leadership

PLANET’s Lifetime Achievement Award is presented annually to a member of the association who has demonstrated leadership, service, and commitment and who has made contributions to both PLANET and the green industry. Congratulations to Eldon Dyk, CCLP, of ValleyCrest Landscape Maintenance, in Parker, Colorado, this year’s award recipient.

Dyk’s first involvement with the Associated Landscape Contractors of America (ALCA), PLANET’s legacy association, began in 1984 when he became chairman of the Student Career Days Committee. He then became involved in the Landscape Management Division Board. He was a member of the Crystal Ball Committee, was heavily involved in industry recruiting, and oversaw the first Executive Forum. He pushed for curriculum guidelines for two- and four-year schools to ensure that landscape programs were appropriate and encouraged the schools to become accredited by the curriculum committee. In 1991, Dyk was president of ALCA.

Dyk’s commitment to the green industry extends beyond ALCA and PLANET. He also has worked tirelessly on behalf of the Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado.

Rod Bailey, CCLP, of Alder Springs Enterprises and a 1997 Lifetime Leadership Award recipient presented the award to Dyk at the PLANET Executive Forum in Bonita Springs, Florida. Bailey says, “Eldon has contributed greatly to this industry, and my faith in helping him move forward has always been more than fully justified.”

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Erickson Retirement Communities recognized for its commitment to the green industry

Quality landscaping plays a key role in Erickson Retirement Communities’ strategy of providing an attractive lifestyle based on excellent services, bountiful opportunities, and convenience for residents in desirable facilities. Erickson understands that attractive landscaping improves quality of life and has demonstrated its commitment to maintaining beautiful grounds.

Residents are given many opportunities to enjoy the landscape in miles of walking paths, nature trails, garden plots, ponds, greenhouses, and gardens. Native plantings and reforestation are a common element on its properties, and wildlife is encouraged in natural areas and creatively managed.

Created in 1986, the Green Industry Contribution Award is presented by PLANET to major corporations, developers, and municipalities that are committed to using professional contracted services for quality interior plantscaping, landscaping, or lawn care. In keeping with past recipients of this award, Erickson has changed the way people view the green industry and has contributed to the quality of the environment. PLANET member TruGreen LandCare nominated Erickson for this prestigious award.

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Reservations open for the 2007 Green Industry Conference

The Galt House Hotel and Suites, located in downtown Louisville, will be the hotel headquarters for PLANET’s Green Industry Conference (GIC) to be held October 24–27, 2007, in Louisville, Kentucky. Make your online reservation today. Use PLANET access code GIEX1007.
(Online Housing Reservation Form)

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Discounted pricing on equipment now available

Through PLANET’s new John Deere affinity program partnership, you can receive equipment discounts that vary by product and range up to 28 percent off the suggested list price. Commercial Z-Trak mowers, tractors and attachments, Gator™ utility vehicles, skid steer loaders, hand-held power equipment, and more are included in the program.

PLANET members can obtain quotes on the equipment as well as see the equipment demonstrated by visiting their local John Deere dealer. If you have questions about the program, call John Deere at (800) 358-5010 (select option 2), or contact Cheryl Claborn at (800) 395-2522 or e-mail cherylclaborn@landcarenetwork.org for information about this and other PLANET affinity programs.

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PLANETcareers job site to launch in March

PLANET is launching its new PLANETcareers Web site, on March 21, 2007. This will be the place for green industry companies that have open positions or internships, as well as for anyone looking for a career in the green industry. PLANET members and nonmembers will be able to post open job positions for a monthly fee, and anyone will be able to post a resume for free.

With the site launching just before PLANET’s annual Student Career Days (SCD), PLANET anticipates that most participating students from SCD will be posting their resumes to the site as soon as it opens. All companies attending SCD will receive a discount on their first posting.

PLANETcareers.org — which arose out of member feedback and need — will be a more comprehensive, user-friendly site than what is currently offered on PLANET’s main Web site for job resources.

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Take pride in your safety achievements

Confirm your commitment to safety. Enter PLANET’s Safety Recognition Awards Program. All green industry service provider companies are eligible to enter at no cost. Be sure to enter before the April 6 deadline. Download forms and entry form.
(Forms and Brochure)

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Stay connected … stay informed

Quickly access the international network of PLANET members with the most up-to-date member information in PLANET’s soon-to-be-launched online “Membership Directory.” In addition to having access to the online directory, members will also be receiving in the mail the 2007 Who’s Who and buyer’s guide.

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