The Great Lakes Trade Exposition
The Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association presents…
Where Michigan’s Green Industry Comes Together
Presented by the Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association, the Great Lakes Trade Expo (GLTE) gives professionals across the landscape, nursery, greenhouse, retail, irrigation, turf, snow management, and supplier communities a place to exchange ideas, discover new products, and stay connected to the people moving the industry forward.
Professional Education
Explore sessions covering topics, trends, and skills relevant to your work. Many sessions may offer credits for industry certifications and professional accreditations.
Trade Show Exhibits
Meet companies offering equipment, plant material, products, technology, and services for Green Industry businesses.
Industry Connection
Build relationships with peers, suppliers, colleagues, and leaders from across Michigan and the Great Lakes region.
Attend the 2027 Great Lakes Trade Expo
The 2027 Great Lakes Trade Expo will take place January 19–21, 2027, at DeVos Place in Grand Rapids, Michigan. A discounted room block is available at the headquarter hotel, the Amway Grand Plaza, connected to the DeVos Place by skywalk.
FAQS
Questions About the Great Lakes Trade Expo
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The Great Lakes Trade Expo, also known as GLTE, is an annual Green Industry conference and Michigan landscape trade show presented by the Michigan Nursery & Landscape Association. It features professional education, exhibitors, networking, and industry events.
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The 2027 Great Lakes Trade Expo is scheduled for Tuesday, January 19 through Thursday, January 21, 2027.
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The 2027 Great Lakes Trade Expo will be held at DeVos Place in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
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GLTE is designed for landscape, nursery, greenhouse, retail, irrigation, turf, snow management, supplier, and other Green Industry professionals.
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Select GLTE education sessions may qualify for credits through participating certification and accreditation organizations. Review the Certification and Accreditation Credits page for current information.
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Yes, review the 2027 List of Exhibitors and Exhibiting Contract, then visit Booth Information for booth details, the payment form, and booth staff registration.
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A discounted room block is available at the Amway Grand Plaza, GLTE's headquarter hotel, connected to DeVos Place by skywalk. Visit the Hotel Accommodations page for rates and reservation information.
Join Michigan’s Green Industry at GLTE
Explore the education, exhibits, and relationships that make the Great Lakes Trade Expo an important annual gathering for Green Industry professionals.