From the President North Carolina Turfgrass is the official publication of the Turfgrass Council of North Carolina
IMPACT ACHIEVED IN 2023 Dear Members,
P.O. Box 641 Wake Forest, NC 27588 984.301.5460 www.turfgrasscouncilnc.org
CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER Marcy Cottle info@turfgrasscouncilnc.org 984.301.5460 Published by: Leading Edge Communications, LLC 206 Bridge Street Franklin, TN 37064 615.790.3718 Fax 615.794.4524 info@leadingedgecommunications.com
TCNC OFFICERS
Bustling green golf courses and playgrounds have seamlessly shifted to lively football stadiums and shopping centers around our gorgeous state. While our work at the TCNC is never done, you will find me taking a brief pause this time of year to cheer on my favorite college team, hopefully dominating the green. As I reflect on this incredible year, I am beyond proud of the work we have accomplished together. From supporting our professions and industry through continued legislative efforts alongside the Green Industry Council (GIC) to re-connecting in-person with our membership and partners at the return of our Annual Conference and new TCNC Meet-Ups, we have uplifted partnerships, met new members, celebrated continued advocacy endeavors, and ignited passion among new and existing turfgrass enthusiasts. With unwavering dedication, we will continue our mission of promoting the North Carolina turfgrass industry through continuing education, support of NC State research and extension, environmental stewardship, governmental advocacy, and lasting relationships. We will strive for even greater accomplishments in the new year by harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation. I hope you join us as we aim to extend our reach and make an even more profound impact on the turfgrass industry in the coming year. My door (and email) is always open. I hope you reach out and let me know how to better serve you and help your voice be heard. I wish a joyous and memorable holiday season to you all. All the best!
PRESIDENT Kevin Herrmann Fairway Green Inc. Raleigh, NC
VICE PRESIDENT Wilson Sutton Emerald Golf Club New Bern, NC
PAST PRESIDENT Gene Queen Nature's Select Winston-Salem, NC
TREASURER Jonathan Richardson, NCCTP NCCTP Chairman Green Resource Dunn, NC
DIRECTORS Brian Beane Southern Turf Winston-Salem, NC
Kevin Herrmann TCNC President K.Herrmann@fairwaygreen.com
Greg Harris Leap Frog Land Care, Inc. Cary, NC Shaun Kerr Gates Four Golf and Country Club Fayetteville, NC
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