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Tired of the same old industry conferences? ELEVATE is different. Attendees have called it the landscape industry's premier event, and for good reason. Moving to a different city each year – from the East Coast to the West Coast – ELEVATE is always a new experience.  

Going beyond just lectures, ELEVATE is an immersive experience designed to equip you with the knowledge, insights, and inspiration to propel your business forward. Plus, it's an opportunity to develop your team professionally. ELEVATE is legendary for its fun and engaging atmosphere. Exceptional networking events, the latest technology on display, and business-changing conversations are the norm at ELEVATE. All this awaits you and your team at the National Association of Landscape Professionals' annual conference and expo. 

Ready to take your business to the next level and have a blast doing it? Make plans now to join us in Charlotte, November 3-6, 2024. Registration opens in June! 

What People Are Saying...

  • “This inaugural ELEVATE event was one for the history books! Wow! Our team was impressed from start to finish with the event space, decor, quality of educational sessions, networking events, and socials. Just WOW! Great job NALP, this is what landscape professionals have been needing!”

    Nate Moses, Precision Landscape

  • “I thought this was the best industry conference I have attended in the last 20 years. You know it was a good show when you wake up the day after, mentally and physically exhausted, but still missing it just a little bit.”

    Doug McIntosh, McIntosh Grounds Maintenance, Inc.

  • “When I leave ELEVATE, it does for my business what church does for my faith. I come out energized and motivated to improve my path.”

    Noe Loarca, Avanza Landscaping

  • “With over 20 years in the industry, attending well over 75 conferences through the years; Elevate is in the top 2 as far as Education, Scheduling, Opportunities for Networking and most importantly FUN! This is a MUST ATTEND event for you and your business!”

    J Wise, Grass Roots Turf

  • “ELEVATE turned out to be an energizing, revitalizing experience. It came at a time of the season when everyone feels a bit drained. It certainly made me feel more focused and determined to finish the year strong.”

    Stuart Griffith, Property Care Division Manager, Lifescape Colorado

  • “NALP knocked it out of the park with ELEVATE in Orlando! The energy and enthusiasm from the attendees combined with new learning and meeting new and old friends left me feeling energized and excited for our industry.”

    Rob Barber, LandCare

  • “The first Elevate exceeded all of my expectations. The knowledge, friendships and experience my team gained is exactly what we needed after a long hard summer!”

    Teddy Russell, Russell Landscape

  • “I have attended many industry events over the years, Elevate was my favorite education experience I have ever had. Even after 15+ years, I still learn so much attending NALP events!"

    Paul Fraynd, Sun Valley Landscaping

 

 

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The Home of ELEVATE 2024
Charlotte Convention Center

We are raising the bar! ELEVATE and ELEVATE Expo is taking over the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, North Carolina! Our Conference education and the ELEVATE Expo all take place at the Charlotte Convention center so you have more opportunities to connect, plus you're steps from a bustling cityscape featuring Uptown's hotels and some of the city's top attractions, dining and nightlife.

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Main Stage Speakers

Shawn Achor

Noelle Russell

Lauren Sisler

The ELEVATE Bash at The NASCAR Hall of Fame

Join us for the 2024 ELEVATE Bash at The NASCAR Hall of Fame, a shrine to the history and heritage of NASCAR under one roof with ever-evolving exhibits for you to explore.


The ELEVATE Expo

This ELEVATE expo is a hub for landscape professionals to explore cutting-edge technology and solutions for their businesses. Attendees can connect with experts, discover new equipment and products, gain insights into industry trends and network with like-minded professionals and industry peers at dedicated networking events, fostering collaboration and community.

NEW IN 2024! The NALP Women's Forum

A Pre-Conference Event

Join us for a daylong pre-ELEVATE event for women in the green industry, presented by NALP. Be inspired by our influential speaker, Sherhara Downing, Co-Founder & Chief Visionary Officer, SpeakHaus, and connect during roundtable discussions and an offsite networking activity. Seize the chance to grow your network and advance your career in a supportive and inclusive environment. There is a separate fee for The NALP Women’s Forum, and registration for ELEVATE is required. People of all genders are welcome to join us!

 


Our Attendees have Spoken...
ELEVATE is a Must-Attend Event

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93% of attendees rated ELEVATE as excellent or very good
93% of attendees said the educational offerings at ELEVATE met their needs
97% of attendees left with concrete takeaways
92% of attendees said ELEVATE Expo offered the products and services they were looking for
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Future ELEVATE Conference Dates

November 2-5, 2025
Phoenix Convention Center
Phoenix, AZ 

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