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n November of 2021, our membership voted to changed our name from the Ohio Nursery & Landscape Association to the Ohio Green Industry Association. The change is meant to be more inclusive and reflect our commitment to those working within the industry and those professionals that fuel its growth, development, and success. With this name change comes signigicant adjustments and additions to the association. Here are a few new changes you can expect to see soon: ONLINE COLLABORATIVE GROUPS We want to make it easy for you as our member to interact and engage with other members of the association. Connect with those who do similar work or have complimentary interests within the industry. ENHANCED MEMBER PROFILES Looking for the perfect plant or a professional to design, install, or manage your landscape? Do business with a member company listed in the OGIA directory. We will also be optimizing our search criteria for consumers who are looking for green industry professionals. HUMAN RESOURCE ASSISTANCE
to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday to get an answer to any HR related question. You will also be able to access webinars and newsletters with timley information regarding hot HR topics. REVAMPED COMMUNICATIONS We are collecting company information from all of our members. This vital information will help us better serve you through our new initiatives and communications. UPDATED EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS The OGIA will be developing certfication programs and materials along with new opportunities for education in person and online. NEW EVENTS Both new and familiar events are being developed and scheduled for 2022. One event we are excited for is our annual educational and trade showcase which will take place November 1-3 in Columbus. We are also revamping our Landscape Awards Program for its 50th year! AND MORE! Keep an eye out for new announcements to come regarding all things new at the Ohio Green Industry Association.
OGIA members can now call in to our new Human Resources Hotline from 8:00 a.m.
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