Movement! TPIE has the connections you need to seize the Indoor Plant

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2 TPIE has the connections you need to seize the Indoor Plant Movement! A tropical and indoor plant movement is taking place in the consumer world as people of all generations make plants an important component of their interior spaces at home, at work and in any favorite dwelling spot. I n c r e a s e d S a l e s Sales in the US of tropical and indoor plants increased 18% from , and continue to climb. The Garden Center Group reports a consistent 4% annual increase in sales of tropical and indoor plants by their independent garden center members.

3 Look Who s Talking About Indoor Plants NY Times Washington Post Houzz Nylon.com Stuff.com Wellandgood. com NBC s Today Psychology Today Cosmopolitan Dwell.com HGTV The Guardian Better Homes and Gardens The Telegraph Apartment Therapy Inc. 500 Healthline GQ Style Good Housekeeping BuzzFeed House Beautiful Toronto Star Billfold.com Why People Want Plants in their Life Therapeutic Something to Nurture Growing Edibles Healthy Environment Affordable Décor Aesthetics Connection w/ Nature Happiness 2017 Pantone Color of the Year Greenery 2017 Pinterest s Home Trend: Indoor Plants and the Urban Jungle Look The #1 Reason Buyers Say They Attend TPIE: To find unique and different products. TPIE offers the newest and most diverse collection of tropical plants, foliage and related products from 400+ of the industry s leading companies. Complete Details: 3

4 Bringing more than 6,000 Industry professionals together from around the globe. TPIE is the International Experience for indoor plants and tropical foliage. Attendees come from 45 US states and territories and 32 different countries. With 76% of indoor and tropical plants produced in Florida, TPIE s Fort Lauderdale location makes it ideal to connect with a large number of Florida growers. Yet, TPIE exhibiting companies come from throughout the United States and beyond, including Canada, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Denmark, Belgium, Italy, France, Taiwan and Japan. TPIE offers a world view of interior and tropical plants and related supplies and services.

5 TPIE OPENING SESSION Wednesday, January 17 / 9 a.m. Unlock the Opportunities A Look at Evolving Consumer Trends for 2018 & Beyond Presented by Max Luthy Max takes the overwhelming world of consumer trends and turns them into opportunity. You ll hear critical consumer trends to 2020, the innovations they are driving and the opportunities they present to your organization. Maxwell Luthy, Director of Trends & Insights, head of the North America office of TrendWatching, delivers trend presentations at conferences around the world. He previously oversaw the company s 3,000-member spotter network and co-authored Trend- Driven Innovation. TrendWatching is a worldwide organization which shares consumer trends, insights & tools to empower companies to build brands which matter, products to delight and campaigns people can t stop talking about. Register ONline: 5

6 #Housejungles #urbanrainforest #jungalow #urbanwilding #architecturalplants #greenisthenewblack #TPIE #slowliving #lushandtropical #fashionplants #greenitup #plantdesigners #plantparent #MonsteraMonday

7 Sponsored by National Horticulture FoundATIon TPIE Elevating Expectations Session Thursday, January 18 / 3 p.m. Breathing Room The Home Décor Trend Connecting Nature & Wellnessed Presented by Suzi McCoy & Katie Dubow Indoor plants have always been appreciated for their beauty. However, with the rise of terms like #Jungalow, #Plantaholic and #UrbanJungle, plants are taking center stage in interior décor. People of all ages are surrounding themselves with plants that help clean the air and clear the mind. Suzi McCoy, president, and Katie Dubow, creative director, at the trendspotting firm Garden Media Group, will provide insights on the Breathing Room movement, as well as other timely horticulture-related trends which show the growing connection between people, plants and wellness. COMPLETE DETAILS: 7

8 TPIE Road show with Education on the Go!! Tuesday, January 16 TPIE s Education on the Go! starts in a classroom where attendees will learn new skills, focus on trends and marketing strategies or expand their creative reach. Each workshop is designed to allow attendees to tailor their experience by choosing from the workshops offered in the morning and then choosing a tour in the afternoon. Registration is required and seating is limited on the tours. Morning Workshops 8:30 11:30 a.m. $75 Advance Price, $90 after January 5 Afternoon Road Show Tours Noon 5 p.m. $60 Advance Price, $75 after January 5 (Box lunch included) Choose one from these four workshop options 1. Vertical Garden Workshop 2. Trends & Marketing Relevance Workshop 3. Designing with Tropicals Workshop 4. Interiorscape Tech Workshop 8 Register ONline:

9 TPIE Road Shows Noon 5 p.m. Are you looking for a unique networking and learning experience? Join industry colleagues on one of two tour options. Attendees will head north of Fort Lauderdale to visit tropical foliage nurseries or design spots. For complete details on the TPIE Road Show tour stops, visit CEU s are generally applied for from the following programs: National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) Certifications Pesticide Applicator License Landscape Inspector s Association of Florida Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD)

10 Increase your ROI (Return on Investment), ROR (Return on Relationships) and ROE (Return on Experience) by taking part in these TPIE special features all included with your show registration Create Theater Workshops Plants as Living Décor, from the Top Down and the Bottom Up No more are indoor plants placed only on a window shelf or as a potted plant on side table. Plants are moving front and center as home and office décor, being selected by architectural qualities, color hues and container style. Wednesday and Thursday morning workshops at the TPIE Create Theater feature creative living décor designs, with one workshop focusing on floor and table top creations and the second workshop focused on hanging and wall living art. Afternoon sessions Wednesday and Thursday provide those attending with a chance to create their own living décor, with containers and plants being provided. A show and tell session gives participants a chance to show off and explain their creations. 10 Complete Details: Trending Interiorscape Themes & Projects With TPIE as a favorite event for interiorscapers world-wide, it s the perfect place for colleagues to share what is hot in the interiorscape service market. Get an insider s look at tips and tools to take advantage of trends such as green walls, wellness centers and more. Session takes place at the Create Theater on Thursday, January 18 at 11:30 a.m. TPIE Interior Design Showrooms Plants are an integral part to interior décor these days. Anya Cesar, ASID, of Anya Renise Design Group, turns the convention center lobby into TPIE s Interior Design Showrooms. The showcase offers interior vignettes designs with current interior trends. This is the perfect place to collect ideas to incorporate plant style with on how to design style.

11 Cool Stuff at TPIE The Cool Products Awards Presentation is a quick and easy way to see what s trending at TPIE, as it showcases the top 15 cool plants and products voted on by buyers at the show. Presentation takes place on Friday afternoon. Inc. 500 names plants as living décor as one of this year s 9 coolest products. TPIE Exhibitor Showcase This is where exhibitors spotlight new plants and products as well as products which have done well in the marketplace. Study the dozens of featured items then visit the exhibitors booths for more details. TPIE Welcome Orientation Brings together TPIE first-timers and long-timers to learn what s happening and to meet others. This friendly event takes place Wednesday at 8 a.m., coffee provided! TPIE Happy Hour Wednesday, January p.m. Rejuvenate after a busy first show day with a cocktail and good conversation. The party takes advantage of Fort Lauderdale s mild winter temperatures, and takes place in the outdoor fountain courtyard of the convention center. We re told the TPIE Happy Hour has been the place where many successful business connections had their beginning. Sponsored by

12 TPIE EXHIBIT Your TPIE Wednesday 10 a.m. 5 p.m. Thursday 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Friday 9 a.m. 2 p.m. is good for admission for all 3 days of the show, PLUS you have access to these exceptional businessbuilding opportunities: Trade Show badge FLOOR HOURS TPIE Opening Session Elevating Expectations Session Breathing Room Advance 0. 2 price is $ ary 5, u n a J r Afte 30. $ is e c pri TPIE s Happy Hour TPIE Create Theater Design Workshops Access to TPIE s Interior Design Showrooms Trending Interiorscape Themes & Projects Presentation TPIE Cool Products Presentation TPIE Exhibitor s Showcase featuring New Plants and Products FNGLA s Certification Showcase A network of industry professionals and thought leaders

13 TPIE Meetings & Events Schedule Tuesday, January 16 8 a.m. 5 p.m. Registration Open 8:30 11:45 a.m. TPIE Road Show & Education on the Go Sessions Noon 5 p.m. TPIE Road Show & Education on the Go Tours Wednesday, January 17 8 a.m. 5 p.m. Registration Open 8 8:30 a.m. TPIE s Welcome Orientation 9 10 a.m. Opening Session presented by Max Luthy, TrendWatching: Unlock the Opportunities Evolving Consumer Trends for 2018 and Beyond 10 a.m. 5 p.m. TPIE Show Open 10:15 11 a.m. Garden Communicator/Media VIP Tour 11 11:45 a.m. Create Theater Workshop: Plants Décor from the Bottom Up Noon 12:30 p.m. Interior Design Rooms Presentation 1 1:30 p.m. TPIE Booth Awards Presentation 2 2:45 p.m. Create Theater: Plant Décor DIY Show & Tell 5 6 p.m. TPIE Happy Hour, sponsored by Sun Parasol, suntory Collection Thursday, January 18 8 a.m. 5 p.m. Registration Open 9 a.m. 5 p.m. TPIE Show Open 10 10:45 a.m. Create Theater Workshop: Plant Décor from the Top Down 11:15 11:30 a.m. GPGB Registered Trainer Awards Presentation 11:30 a.m. Trending Interiorscape Themes & Projects Noon 12:30 p.m. Interior Design Room Presentation 1 1:45 p.m. Create Theater: Plant Décor DIY Show & Tell 2 3 p.m. Presentation of TPIE Cool Products Awards 3 5 p.m. Elevating Expectations Session: Breathing Room The Home Décor Trend Connecting Nature and Wellness 3:30 4:30 p.m. CC Racks Competition 5 6:30 p.m. National Horticuture Foundation Reception Friday, January 19 8 a.m. 2 p.m. Registration Open 9 a.m. 2 p.m. TPIE Show Open 11 a.m. National Horticulture Foundation s $1000 Raffle Drawing 11 a.m. Noon FNGLA Horticulture Career Fair Register online: 13

14 Go Mobile at the show. Where s the Registration Form? Use the TPIE mobile website for easy access to show information; including exhibiting companies, floor plan, show schedule and educational programs. You can also vote on your favorite new plants & products. The TPIE Registration Form is available at Register by January 5 for best prices. For registration assistance, contact QMS, TPIE s registration team, at Need help with something else? Call FNGLA at Thanks to Our Sponsors Go social: #TPIE #FNGLA TM

15 TPIE Hotel & Local Travel Info Make your stay in Fort Lauderdale as convenient as possibly by staying at one of several TPIE host hotels. Use TPIE s official housing company Eventsphere to book your rooms and you ll receive TPIEgroup only pricing and perks. TPIE s ten host hotels include a mix of brands and a range of prices and services-- plus the benefit of shuttle service to and from the convention center on show days. Hotels which are close enough to walk to the convention center include the Embassy Suites, Hilton Marina and Hyatt Place. Reservations Make reservations for TPIE via the dedicated housing website: accommodations.aspx or call HOTEL RESERVATION CUT-OFF DATE IS: JANUARY 2, 2018 Travel and Location Info TPIE takes place at the Greater Fort Lauderdale/ Broward County Convention Center, Fort Lauderdale, FL. Both Fort Lauderdale and Miami International airports accommodate all major carriers, and provide access to most major rental car companies. The convention center is located within five miles of the Fort Lauderdale International Airport and is approximately a one-hour drive from Miami International Airport. Register online: 15

16 The Indoor Plant Movement is upon us. Sales continue to climb. Take part in the one show which will keep you connected. // // Park Center Drive Orlando, FL NONPROFIT ORG. U.S. Postage PAID ORLANDO, FL Permit #2041