President's Message

Industry Champions

As we transition from outdoor to indoor sports and the holiday season approaches, I’d like to take a moment to reflect on one of the cornerstones of my career in sports turf management – NESTMA membership.

Our association is full of industry champions who are ready and willing to work together toward a brighter future. From student scholarships and professional excellence awards to powerful networking opportunities, countless webinars, highlevel education, and hands-on training, NESTMA leads the way. Top it off with a dedicated board of our industry’s best volunteer leaders along with an outstanding association staff, and you’ve got a winning team that continually collaborates for the greater good.

As we move into 2024, our association’s advancement strategy kicks into high gear. NESTMA’s goal of giving back in support of our members, local students and teachers, and our industry will be heard loud and clear. I hope you will heed the call. It feels great to see your effort reflected directly in the success of our industry –especially when you share that success with your peers.

Chris McGinty

NESTMA President

2024 Committees & Volunteers Join Us!

Branding & Long-Range Planning: Ryan Bjorn, Art Goodhind

Membership & Outreach: Adam Ferrucci, Ian Lacy, Scott Lagana

Education & Events: Tom Barry, Brendon Connor, Adam Ferrucci

Scholarship, Awards & Grants: Ryan Bjorn, Andrew Carlisle

Finance & Trust Oversight: Andrew Carlisle, Art Goodhind, Chris McGinty

Happy Holidays!

We wish you a very Happy Holiday season and a peaceful & prosperous New Year.