Find Value in TCNC Membership

It is my honor to serve as the 2019 President of the Turf Council of North Carolina (TCNC). I’ve worked in the turfgrass industry for over 30 years, and for 22 of those years I’ve been an active member of the TCNC. As a member of the TCNC, I’ve been privileged to meet many influential people in our industry, learning from them and building my turf knowledge and business skills, and most importantly, creating lasting friendships. I look forward to my time as President to help others find the same value as I have as a TCNC member.

I would like to thank Damon Dean for his leadership as President in 2017–2018; and express my appreciation to David Bradley and Michael Hrivanak, who will be leaving the TCNC board, for their work and support. Welcome to our new board members, Wilson Sutton and Andrew Wampler. Thank you to all our board members who are working to make the TCNC an outstanding organization!

On January 24, 2019, we held our annual TCNC meeting and conference at the Raleigh Country Club. This event was well attended and offered the opportunity to network with turf professionals and take advantage of the excellent educational programs provided by the faculty of NC State University.

Damon Dean presented Sam Lang with the Lifetime Achievement Award for his accomplishments and leadership in the turf industry. I’ve known Sam for many years and this award is well deserved. Throughout his career, Sam has worked diligently to protect the turf industry from legislation that would be detrimental to our industry.

If you were unable to attend this year’s annual meeting, be sure to add it to your calendar for 2020. Let us hear from you – the TCNC is a valuable resource to keep up with changes in our industry and to learn how those changes may impact how we conduct business. We are always looking for new ways to help our members and improve the turf industry.

It is my hope that 2019 will be a rewarding year for you all, both professionally and personally. As you have heard before, “Life is Short” so enjoy every day to the fullest.

Best regards,

Gene Queen

TCNC President

Gene Queen, TCNC President