GIE+EXPO Partnership Extended

The sponsoring associations of GIE+EXPO have agreed to extend their partnership contract through 2014. GIE+EXPO is sponsored by the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), the Professional Landcare Network (PLANET), and the Professional Grounds Management Society (PGMS).

The GIE+EXPO began as a combination of two events - the Green Industry Conference and Expo (GIC/GIE) and the International Lawn, Garden & Power Equipment Expo. Hardscape North America co-located at GIE+EXPO 2010 and has signed on to co-locate again in 2011.

''With an ever-growing and changing industry, the combined show just makes sense,'' said OPEI president and CEO Bill Harley. ''Attendees are exposed to different aspects of the industry that can help grow their businesses and increase profits while exhibitors are put in front of a larger audience.''

The 2011 GIE+EXPO is scheduled for October 27-29 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville.