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MEMBERSHIP Our industry is much stronger with YOU as a TNLA Member.

We have a record of cultivating successful businesses.

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OUR INDUSTRY IS MUCH STRONGER WITH YOU AS A TNLA MEMBER

What Can TNLA Do For You? ADVOCATE on behalf of the Green Industry in the Texas Legislature and with state/ federal regulatory agencies.

FOR OVER 80 YEARS, THE TEXAS NURSERY & LANDSCAPE ASSOCIATION (TNLA) HAS ESTABLISHED THE MOST TRUSTED METHODS OF DOING BUSINESS. TNLA STRIVES TO BE THE FOREMOST RESOURCE PROVIDING THE FRAMEWORK, ESSENTIAL TOOLS AND FORESIGHT FOR MEMBERS’ SUCCESS AND SERVES AS THE AUTHORITY ON

COLLABORATE with other industry professionals as well as those in adjacent industries.

ISSUES IMPACTING THE TEXAS GREEN INDUSTRY TODAY. WE ATTRACT GREEN INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS, BECAUSE WE ADVOCATE, COLLABORATE, CULTIVATE, EDUCATE, AND MOTIVATE OUR MEMBERS.

CULTIVATE your business with new clients, vendors and friends.

EDUCATE your company on Best Management Practices and latest trends.

MOTIVATE yourself and your employees.

TNLA MISSION: THE TEXAS NURSERY & LANDSCAPE ASSOCIATION’S MISSION IS TO ENHANCE MEMBERS’ BUSINESS SUCCESS THROUGH LEGISLATIVE/ REGULATORY ADVOCACY, EDUCATION, NETWORKING, AND PROMOTION OF PROFESSIONALISM.

Advocate

TNLA protects your business from unnecessary regulation and legislation. By becoming involved with the processes that impact these decisions, TNLA can ‘sit-at-the-table’ on your business’s behalf.

• TNLA advocates for you with Superior Legislative/Regulatory Representation

and the exclusive access it provides for TNLA Members. Your Membership plays a vital part in our efforts to build industry presence, become a louder voice in the Texas Legislature while protecting your business interests and building a better future for us all.

• TNLA Political Action Committee (TNLA PAC) is a tool used to help promote and protect TNLA Member businesses. Monies obtained by TNLA PAC are contributed to political campaigns of those friendly to the Texas Green Industry. Contributions help advocates gain better access to those impacting the political process.

• TNLA is a founder of Texas Water Smart Foundation which promotes smart water conservation that improves Texas’ environment and nurtures healthy, thriving lawns and gardens while protecting the freedom of businesses to operate responsibly.

Collaborate

Gain access to industry professionals who can increase your business opportunities, knowledge, and networking circle.

• Nursery/Landscape EXPO The largest

gathering of nursery, garden, and landscape supply professionals under one roof in the South Central United States for over 65 years. www.NurseryLandscapeEXPO.org

• Region Meetings Each in-state Region holds meetings throughout the year, providing direct service and education on a more local level.

• Social Media Connect with your peers on

TNLA’s Social Media outlets; Facebook (Texas Nursery & Landscape Association AND Nursery/Landscape Expo); Twitter (@ landscapetexas); and LinkedIn (search Texas Nursery & Landscape Association)

• TNLA Career Center Jobs, Career and Employment – Designed to connect Job Seekers and Employers

Cultivate

Finding new clients, vendors, and colleagues is made easier with TNLA resources that enhance your business’s success.

• TNLA Website Find the most up-to-date

information and resources to find answers to your daily business challenges.

• TNLA Working For You E-newsletter sent

out to TNLA Members bi-weekly and is filled with TNLA news, information, member benefits, updates, and more.

• Green Matters Weekly E-Newsletter

Features the week’s, most important industry headlines, selected from hundreds of national business and industry publications.

• Best of Texas Landscaping Guide

A Landscape Guide geared to help identify plant varieties, optimal growing conditions, planting tips, and more!

• New to the Industry Tips on how to Jumpstart Your Business with TNLA.

Educate

Your company will gain knowledge of industry bestmanagement practices and the latest trends to keep your competitive edge.

• TNLA Academics Your One-Stop Shop for all Education including on-demand, Webinars, Training, and web-based courses.

• Certifications Gain a professional edge in

your career with a TNLA Certification behind your name – certifications for all business categories available.

• Face to Face Education Connect with your peers while learning from trend setting instructors! Opportunities include: Nursery/ Landscape EXPO, TNLA On The Road, Retail/Landscape Summit, and Grower's Summit. Multiple CEU accreditations offered.

AS A TNLA MEMBER, YOU… ... Have Your Employees Automatically Added to Your Membership.

Your entire staff can engage with TNLA. Exposing all your key people to our industry’s best practices exponentially increases the return on your investment.

... Have 24/7 Access to TNLA’s Online Membership Directory and Product Search.

Find new suppliers and products within the TNLA Member base, including growers and suppliers from the Lone Star State and across the United States.

... Have Access to Custom Electronic Business Contact Lists.

Only TNLA Members have access to this highly sought after list.

More Benefits at www.tnlaonline.org!

Motivate

TNLA provides your business opportunities to motivate you, your workforce, and your leadership within the industry.

• TNLA Awards The result of innovation,

• Grow Texas Scholarship Program (GTSP)

• Texas Excellence in Landscaping Awards

• TNLA Workforce Initiatives TNLA has two

passion, and hard work! Each year, leading Members are recognized for their contributions and significant impact made in the Green Industry.

Recognizes excellence in installation, design, design/build, maintenance and special projects. Become an Award Winning Landscape Firm.

• TNLA Education & Research Foundation Scholarships Investing in the future direction of the green Industry by awarding funds to horticulture/landscape students for their continued education.

• Leadership Get Involved! Be a part of the

TNLA Leadership and have your voice heard by participating on a committee, on a Region level, and/or on the State level.

Developing young leaders and encouraging students to explore the diversity of agriculture.

Provided through efforts from all segments of agriculture.

workforce initiatives which focuses on industry labor needs > Future Workforce Initiative - Focuses on attracting you to our industry > Current Workforce Initiative - Programs such as H2A & H2B, Prison Certification Programs, and more.

• TNLA Women in Horticulture Laugh with, get to know, and be inspired with some of the industry’s leading ladies.

• TNLA Landscape Challenge Designed for 4-H and FFA students to compete and learn about the green industry basics.

ADDI T I ONAL BENEFI T S TO HEL P YOUR BUSI NESS G ROW Earn Exclusive Member Discounts from High Value and Heavily Vetted Endorsed Service Providers TNLA Endorsed Service Providers provide excellent value, quality, and the highest level of service to help your business succeed in the ever-changing marketplace.

Be Searchable from Our Websites Your business, products, and services are searchable from our websites for Growers and Suppliers and our consumer website, www.LandscapeTexas.org, for Retail and Landscape Members along with Certified Individuals. Enhanced listings available.

More Benefits at www.tnlaonline.org!

Join Today!

WE HAVE A RECORD OF CULTIVATING SUCCESSFUL BUSINESSES

WE’VE MADE IT EASY for you to ‘SAY YES’ and become a vital part of the one entity in Texas that will fight for YOU and your business interests!

JOIN ONLINE by visiting www.TNLAonline.org and clicking on Join Today. You can submit your application directly online or download a Membership Application form.

QUESTIONS? Call a Member Services Team Member today at 512.579.3858 OR email Membership@TNLAonline.org.

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