Elite Training: “Plant Your People!” Leadership Development Program
LOCATION: In-Person at the Great Lakes Trade Expo, Grand Rapids, MI
Intended for both emerging and existing leaders in the Green Industry, this 4-part customized training program led by John Kennedy will address the common elements of effective leadership. Individuals in the program will also receive access to an online collection of training programs included with their enrollment.
MNLA is pleased to offer this program at NO CHARGE to current member firms, however capacity is limited to 1 individual per firm, and an application is required. There is a mandatory attendance component to receive the certificate of completion.
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January 2026 at the Great Lakes Trade Expo
Module 4: “Creating New Leaders to Deepen Our Bench”
One of the most important questions a leaders can ask is “if not you, then who?” Who will own the role in the absence of leadership? Who trains the next generation of leaders as we build the current generation of leaders? The answer is simple..leaders build new leaders! The enrollees will focus on “planting your people” to grow into the role of the next leaders.
Speaker: John Kennedy is a speaker and author specializing in strategic planning, benchmarking, culture creation, on-boarding, retention processes, leadership development and teamwork, and accelerating sales within the horticulture industry. Over the past 25 years, Kennedy has presented to nearly 500,000 audience members worldwide, delivering a dramatic and sustainable impact on many companies and associations within the horticulture industry.
Pricing: MNLA is pleased to offer the Elite Training Program at No Charge to current member firms. Please contact Emily for Non-Member pricing.