2019 OPRA CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOW...2019 OPRA CONFERENCE SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE 4 Saturday, February 2 6:00pm - 9:00pm Family Fun Night Sunday, February 3 4:30pm Reg - 7:00pmistration

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2019 OPRA CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOWSandusky, Ohio • February 3-6

Welcome to the 2019 OPRAAnnual Conference & Trade Show.

We are looking forward to an amazing week here at Kalahari for our annual celebration of parks and recreation in Ohio. There is no better place for you to learn, to network and to share the stories of life change which make parks and recreation so vital to the communities where we live and work.

Because of your strong support of OPRA, our Conference continues to set records! Our Conference attendance is up again this year, after a ten year high in 2018. Again this year, our Trade Show is completely SOLD OUT, filled with product and service providers who can make your job easier.

I hope that you will take advantage of the more than 70 education sessions which will be presented by leading professionals from around the country and the two inspiring keynote speakers who will help to equip you to lead in your community long after this week is over.

I also hope that the interactive networking events which our team has planned will give you a chance to wind down and catch up.

In the midst of all that is going on, please take time to speak with the partner companies who will be with us in the sold-out Trade Show area on Monday and Tuesday. These companies provide outstanding products and services to our members and unprecedented support to OPRA. This Conference could not happen without their support. Please thank them by spending time with them this week.

We are here this week to serve you. If you need anything, please let myself, a staff person, Board member or Conference volunteer know. You can check in at registration or at the OPRA booth in the center of the Trade Show if you have specific questions.

So, on behalf of Tammy and Mindy, the OPRA Board and our outstanding Conference planning team, we are grateful that you have chosen to be with us this week and we hope that this Conference experience will exceed your expectations. Thank you again for coming, and welcome to Conference!

Woody WoodwardOPRA Executive Director

2019 OPRA CONFERENCE WELCOME

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Metroparks Toledo

Great Parks of Hamilton County

Five Rivers MetroParks

Jeremy Peppeard, Cleveland Metroparks Kevin Swanson, Miami County Park District Celia Thornton, Worthington Parks and Recreation Addie Weaver, Kettering Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts

Student ConferenceHeath Gorden, City of Dublin - Committee Chair Darcy Baxter, Westerville Parks and Recreation Dave Bruce, Great Parks of Hamilton CountyKerri Duffy, Village of Obetz Amanda Gehres, Grove City Parks and Recreation Eliese Kendrick, City of Upper Arlington Vicky Kent, Ohio University Audio Visual Tim Clark, Five Rivers MetroParks

CONFERENCE COMMITTEE 2019 OPRA CONFERENCE FAQSOPRA Board/StaffKristen Marks, Centerville-Washington Park District - Board LiaisonWoody Woodward, OPRA Tammy Kellogg, OPRAMindy McInturf, OPRA

AwardsAmanda Gehres, Grove City Parks and Recreation Kevin Swanson, Miami County Park District

CommunicationsAdria Bergeron, Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District - Committee ChairKim Farrell, City of Beavercreek Lorrie Poindexter, Columbus Recreation and Parks Julie Sergent, Worthington Parks and Recreation Aaron Tiplady, City of Sharonville

EducationNate Eppink, Medina County Park District - Committee Co-Chair Bryana Ross, Columbus Recreation and Parks - Committee Co-Chair Aaron Bally, Bally Sports GroupClaudine Bennett, Kettering Parks, Receration & Culture Vinnie Billow, Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks Tom Boren, Penchura Ryan Davis, Kettering Parks, Receration & Culture Jeremy Dean, Worthington Parks and Recreation Aaliyah Earvin, Prairie Township JaLisa Elkins, Cincinnati Recreation Commission Stephania Ferrell, Gahanna Parks and Recreation James Gant, Prairie Township Jessica Gift, City of Cleveland Heidi Hetzel-Evans, Ohio State Parks and Watercraft Lisa King, Summit Metro Parks Matt Leber, City of Upper Arlington Kate Mattison, City of DublinJeff Minch, Middleburg Heights Community CenterJessica Simons, City of Tallmadge Jen Vosters, City of Dublin Kelsey Whipp, City of Miamisburg

Exhibit HallSue Daniel, Erie MetroParks - Committee Co-Chair Paul Williams, Five Rivers MetroParks - Committee Co-Chair Ron Bicknell, Five Rivers MetroParks Amy Bowman Moore, Erie MetroParks Erin Helms, Athen Community Arts, Parks & Recreation Mark Hesse, City of Miamisburg Michael Pollack, Prairie Township

NetworkingKara Musser, Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District - Committee Co-ChairAmanda Perry, Stark County Park District - Committee Co-Chair Erin Duffee, City of Dublin Andrew Falk, Blue Ash Parks and RecreationSteve Gerth, Cincinnati Recreation Commission Nancy Haynes, Worthington Parks and Recreation Matthew Kaderly, Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks Maggie Kuyasa, City of Mentor Melissa Moran, Washington Township Recreation Jodi Osborne, City of Upper Arlington Nicholas Standering, City of Mentor Mindy Weaver, Miami County Park District

PartnershipBrian Smith, New Albany Plain Local Joint Parks District - Committee Chair Zac Guthrie, Gahanna Parks and Recreation Amanda Morris, City of MarysvilleTodd Palmeter, Great Parks of Hamilton County

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Welcome DeskSunday, February 3, 4:30pm – 7:00pmMonday, February 4, 7:30am – 4:00pmTuesday, February 5, 7:30am – 4:00pmWednesday, February 6, 7:30am – 11:00am

CEUsContinuing Education Units are offered for education and general sessions. Each 75-minute training session earns 0.1 CEU. If you require proof of attendance, see your room host for validation and signature.

CommunicationDaily updates will be available in the following locations:• Welcome Desk• Facebook, Instagram and Twitter: @OPRAOhio, #OPRA2019• Download the OPRA 2019 App brought to you by Penchura. Go to your app store and download the Attendify App. Once you have downloaded Attendify search for Event Code: OPRA2019.

Wear your Badge!Your Conference Badge serves as your admission to education sessions, general sessions, the Exhibit Hall, meal functions and networking events. If you lose your badge, please obtain a replacement at the Welcome Desk. Only properly identified attendees will be permitted access to events and sessions. Tickets to the Awards Celebration will be included inside the name badge holder.

Kalahari Restaurants Breakfast BuffetThe breakfast buffet in the Kalahari restaurants will open at 7:00am Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Free coffee and tea will be available outside of the Exhibit Hall compliments of Cardno.

Exhibit HallMonday, February 4, 11:30am – 2:30pm (includes lunch)Tuesday, February 5, 9:45am – 12:45pm (includes lunch)

Silent Auction and RaffleOpen during Exhibit Hall hours in the OPRA Booth #414. Be sure to stop by the OPRA Booth to check out the items in this year’s Silent Auction. Proceeds benefit the OPRA Foundation which funds student and professional scholarships and research projects. The Silent Auction will close at 11:45am on Tuesday.

OPRA Fitness Camps Monday Morning Muscle | 6:30am – 7:30am | Crown Palm Annie Frisoli, Ohio University Tuesday Total Tabata | 6:30am – 7:30am | Banyan Aaliyah Earvin, Prairie Township CoffeeFree coffee and tea are available in the Convention Center compliments of Cardno.

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2019 OPRA CONFERENCE SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

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Saturday, February 2 6:00pm - 9:00pm Family Fun Night

Sunday, February 3 4:30pm - 7:00pm Registration Open 5:00pm - 6:00pm Student Attendee Meeting 5:30pm - 6:00pm Region Welcome Meetings 6:00pm - 12:00am Big Game Tailgate Networking Event

Monday, February 4 6:30am - 7:30am Monday Morning Muscle 7:30am - 4:00pm Registration Open 8:30am - 9:45am Education Sessions 10:00am - 11:30am Keynote Speaker, Celeste Headlee 11:00am - 4:00pm Red Cross Blood Drive 11:30am - 2:30pm Exhibit Hall, includes Lunch 1:30pm - 2:15pm Student Attendee Meeting 2:30pm - 3:45pm Education Sessions 4:00pm - 5:15pm Education Sessions 5:30pm - 6:30pm Alumni Hour and Minority Meet & Greet 5:30pm - 8:00pm Dinner on your Own 8:00pm - 12:00am Hut Hop Networking Event

Tuesday, February 5 6:30am - 7:30am Tuesday Total Tabata 7:30am - 4:00pm Registration Open 8:30am - 9:45am Education Sessions 9:00am - 9:30am Exhibitor Roundtable 9:45am - 12:45pm Exhibit Hall, includes Lunch 10:00am - 11:00am Student Attendee Meeting 1:00pm - 2:30pm Leadership Series 2:45pm - 4:15pm Leadership Series 4:15pm - 6:15pm Professional Photos 5:30pm - 6:30pm Informal Networking 6:30pm - 8:30pm Awards Celebration, includes Dinner 8:30pm - 12:00am Post-Awards Get-Together Wednesday, February 6 7:30am - 11:00am Registration Open 8:30am - 9:45am Education Sessions 9:45am - 10:15am Break to Check out of Hotel 10:15am - 11:30am Education Sessions 11:30am - 1:00pm Keynote Lunch, Eddie Slowikowski

City of Macedonia Parks and Recreation

Tuesday Management & Leadership

8:30am-9:45am

The Do’s and Don’ts of Levy and Bond Issue Campaigns -Maria ArmstrongZAMBEZI

Building a Culture of Guest Service Excellence -Neelay Bhatt INDIGO BAY

LEADing into Change-Ryan DavisCYPRESS

All of Life is a Game -James Gant ALOESWOOD/LEOPARDWOOD

5 Leadership Principles for Managers/Supervisors -Jeff McManus NILE

Friday Night Lights: Understanding Teamwork at its Best -Lisa Paradis SAGEWOOD/ZEBRAWOOD

Leadership Past & Present-Brian Zimmerman, Steve Madewell ORANGE

1:00pm-2:30pm

2:45pm-4:15pm

Schedule is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information go to opraonline.org.

Monday Aquatics Environmental Education

Facilities/Operations

Fiscal Administration Fitness Inclusion Management Parks Partnerships Programming Trends Urban

LOCATION ALOESWOOD ZEBRAWOOD ROSEWOOD LEOPARDWOOD INDIGO BAY MANGROVE ZAMBEZI SAGEWOOD CYPRESS ORANGE NILE PORTIA/WISTERIA

8:30am-9:45am

Marketing Lifeguard Recruiting Efforts-Joe Stefanyak

Games on the Wild Side: Natural Play -Tatiana Parfenova, Tim Moloney, Steve Studenmund

Ups and Downs of Mountain Bike Trail Building-Paul Neal

Let the Reviewing Begin! Effective Grant Planning/Writing -Deb Shiverdecker

Starting a Comprehensive Wellness Program -Cara Prell

Is it Diversity or Inclusion? -Lindsay Buis, Jodi Shealy

Congrats You’re a Manager, Now What? -Lisa King, Aaliyah Earvin, Nate Eppink, Heidi Hetzel-Evans, Aaron Hockman, Kevin Swanson

Bringing Nature to Suburban and Urban Parks -Arnie Biondo

Solid Legacy and a Bright Future: Public/Private Partnerships from the Perspective of a Community Foundation -Nelson Beckford, Jessica Gift

The Price Isn’t Right: Pricing Programs and Services -Chris Nunes

5 Ways to Improve with Drones -Thomas Wasinski

The Simplicity of Community Action & Change -Alexandra Cummins, Margo Royer-Miller

10:00am-11:30am Keynote: Communication - Ten Ways to Have Better Conversations – Celeste Headlee Kalahari Ballroom

2:30pm-3:45pm

Lifeguarding Evolution: Understanding Lifeguarding and What’s on the Horizon -Joe Stefanyak

Revealing the Unseen: Using Technology for Nature Education -Anthony Joy, Brandon Miller, Wendy Weirich

Design Thinking for Parks and Recreation Agencies -Annie Frisoli

Transforming a Community with Grant Money -Lisa King, Demetrius Falconer, Kyle Kutuchief, Daniel Rice

Trends in Fitness Roundtable -Aaliyah Earvin

Inclusion Success: Positive Behavior Support -Kristen Riggins, Eric Rueger, Taylor Singleton

A Changing Workforce: How to Recruit, Lead and Retain the Best Talent -Stefanie Jackson

Show that Field-Edge Prairies Stop Algal Blooms -John Blakeman

Landing Park: Public/Private Partnerships & Creative Financing-Michelle Johnson, Duff Milkie, Eric Wobser

Good Events Gone Bad -Melissa Hindman, Jeremy Dean, Taylor Lindsey, Julie Sergent

New Americans and Park Use -Megan Shaeffer, Theresa Mata

Neighborhood Recreation Facilities; Staff Positively Impacting Community -Lori Hoffner

4:00pm-5:15pm

Case Studies in Aquatic Emergency Care-Joe Stefanyak

WILD School Sites: Creating Habitat for Education -Jen Dennison

Capital Project Consensus Building -Andrew Chiki

Put Your Money Where Your Mission Is -Lisa Paradis

Environmental and Psychological Conditions Impact on Recreation -Leeann Lower, Thomas Aicher

Play on Player: Overcoming Disability with Play -Jill Moore

Goals in Reality -Aaliyah Earvin

What in the Blue Blaze!? -Andrew Bashaw, Brent Anslinger

Public/Private Partnership in Action-Tim Rosenthal, Tim Moloney

Inclusive Day Camps: From Concept to Practice -Mary Ann Devine, Lynnette Klejka

Free Meals and Programming in the Summer-Amanda Wampler, Shannon Amos

Urban Recreation Panel -Bryana Ross, Ryan Hicks, Lorrie Poindexter, Douglas Sutton, Blake Williams

Leading in a Disruptive World -Becky Benná ZAMBEZI

Identifying Trends for an Uncertain Future -Neelay Bhatt INDIGO BAY

Growing Weeders in to Leaders-Jeff McManus NILE

Leading When Promoted from Within -Jayne Miller ORANGE





Wednesday Customer Service Environmental Education Inclusion Marketing OPRA Parks Programming Sports Trends Volunteer

Management

LOCATION ROSEWOOD ZEBRAWOOD MANGROVE LEOPARDWOOD PORTIA/WISTERIA SAGEWOOD ORANGE INDIGO BAY NILE CYPRESS

8:30am-9:45am

Customer Service Boot Camp: Back to Basics -Annie Olson, Iris Pahlberg Peterson

Honeybee Programming in Parks -Jecy Weber

Designing a Splash Pad for Inclusive Play -Bill Hachmeister, Ingrid Kanics

Crisis Management, Crisis Communications and Social Media -Stephanie York

OPERS Updates Bringing Wetlands to Your Community and Vice-Versa!-Mark Dilley

Summer Camp Roundtable -Amanda Gehres

Contemporary Wellness Issues & Trends Impacting Youth Sports -Christopher Stankovich

Collaborative Opportunities with Age-Friendly Communities-Katie White, Lorrie Poindexter

The Playground Clean Up: How to Develop a Successful Volunteer Program -Betty Blockinger, Taylor Glynn

10:15am-11:30am

Do a 180! Customer Service for both the External & Internal Customer -David Chambers, Bill Plessinger

Balancing Nature and Outdoor Recreation -Jen Giles, Dale Versteegen

Inclusion Success: Trends and Issues -Alayne Kazin, Kristen Riggins

Marketing and Communications on a Limited Budget -Brian Hoyt, Nancy Colvin, Alesia Howard

Park District Section Meeting & Advocacy Update -Woody Woodward

Integrating Sustainable Property Management into the Everyday -Jessica Latus, Kat Findlay

Making Down-Time Fun-Time at Camp -Jed Buck, Roz Buck

Harnessing Sports Parent Feedback -Garrett Pearson

eSports, a Non-Traditional Program for an Unserved Population -Jill Lemmerman, Rosa Casiano, Jessica Gift, Aaron Johnson

Successful Supervision of Volunteers -Candy Holloway

11:30am-1:00pm Keynote: Extraordinary Over Ordinary: The Best Version of You - Eddie Slowikowski Kalahari Ballroom

Tuesday Management & Leadership

8:30am-9:45am

The Do’s and Don’ts of Levy and Bond Issue Campaigns -Maria ArmstrongZAMBEZI

Building a Culture of Guest Service Excellence -Neelay Bhatt INDIGO BAY

LEADing into Change-Ryan DavisCYPRESS

All of Life is a Game -James Gant ALOESWOOD/LEOPARDWOOD

5 Leadership Principles for Managers/Supervisors -Jeff McManus NILE

Friday Night Lights: Understanding Teamwork at its Best -Lisa Paradis SAGEWOOD/ZEBRAWOOD

Leadership Past & Present-Brian Zimmerman, Steve Madewell ORANGE

1:00pm-2:30pm

2:45pm-4:15pm

Monday Aquatics Environmental Education

Facilities/Operations

Fiscal Administration Fitness Inclusion Management Parks Partnerships Programming Trends Urban

LOCATION ALOESWOOD ZEBRAWOOD ROSEWOOD LEOPARDWOOD INDIGO BAY MANGROVE ZAMBEZI SAGEWOOD CYPRESS ORANGE NILE PORTIA/WISTERIA

8:30am-9:45am

Marketing Lifeguard Recruiting Efforts-Joe Stefanyak

Games on the Wild Side: Natural Play -Tatiana Parfenova, Tim Moloney, Steve Studenmund

Ups and Downs of Mountain Bike Trail Building-Paul Neal

Let the Reviewing Begin! Effective Grant Planning/Writing -Deb Shiverdecker

Starting a Comprehensive Wellness Program -Cara Prell

Is it Diversity or Inclusion? -Lindsay Buis, Jodi Shealy

Congrats You’re a Manager, Now What? -Lisa King, Aaliyah Earvin, Nate Eppink, Heidi Hetzel-Evans, Aaron Hockman, Kevin Swanson

Bringing Nature to Suburban and Urban Parks -Arnie Biondo

Solid Legacy and a Bright Future: Public/Private Partnerships from the Perspective of a Community Foundation -Nelson Beckford, Jessica Gift

The Price Isn’t Right: Pricing Programs and Services -Chris Nunes

5 Ways to Improve with Drones -Thomas Wasinski

The Simplicity of Community Action & Change -Alexandra Cummins, Margo Royer-Miller

10:00am-11:30am Keynote: Communication - Ten Ways to Have Better Conversations – Celeste Headlee Kalahari Ballroom

2:30pm-3:45pm

Lifeguarding Evolution: Understanding Lifeguarding and What’s on the Horizon -Joe Stefanyak

Revealing the Unseen: Using Technology for Nature Education -Anthony Joy, Brandon Miller, Wendy Weirich

Design Thinking for Parks and Recreation Agencies -Annie Frisoli

Transforming a Community with Grant Money -Lisa King, Demetrius Falconer, Kyle Kutuchief, Daniel Rice

Trends in Fitness Roundtable -Aaliyah Earvin

Inclusion Success: Positive Behavior Support -Kristen Riggins, Eric Rueger, Taylor Singleton

A Changing Workforce: How to Recruit, Lead and Retain the Best Talent -Stefanie Jackson

Show that Field-Edge Prairies Stop Algal Blooms -John Blakeman

Landing Park: Public/Private Partnerships & Creative Financing-Michelle Johnson, Duff Milkie, Eric Wobser

Good Events Gone Bad -Melissa Hindman, Jeremy Dean, Taylor Lindsey, Julie Sergent

New Americans and Park Use -Megan Shaeffer, Theresa Mata

Neighborhood Recreation Facilities; Staff Positively Impacting Community -Lori Hoffner

4:00pm-5:15pm

Case Studies in Aquatic Emergency Care-Joe Stefanyak

WILD School Sites: Creating Habitat for Education -Jen Dennison

Capital Project Consensus Building -Andrew Chiki

Put Your Money Where Your Mission Is -Lisa Paradis

Environmental and Psychological Conditions Impact on Recreation -Leeann Lower, Thomas Aicher

Play on Player: Overcoming Disability with Play -Jill Moore

Goals in Reality -Aaliyah Earvin

What in the Blue Blaze!? -Andrew Bashaw, Brent Anslinger

Public/Private Partnership in Action-Tim Rosenthal, Tim Moloney

Inclusive Day Camps: From Concept to Practice -Mary Ann Devine, Lynnette Klejka

Free Meals and Programming in the Summer-Amanda Wampler, Shannon Amos

Urban Recreation Panel -Bryana Ross, Ryan Hicks, Lorrie Poindexter, Douglas Sutton, Blake Williams

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Wednesday Customer Service Environmental Education Inclusion Marketing OPRA Parks Programming Sports Trends Volunteer

Management

LOCATION ROSEWOOD ZEBRAWOOD MANGROVE LEOPARDWOOD PORTIA/WISTERIA SAGEWOOD ORANGE INDIGO BAY NILE CYPRESS

8:30am-9:45am

Customer Service Boot Camp: Back to Basics -Annie Olson, Iris Pahlberg Peterson

Honeybee Programming in Parks -Jecy Weber

Designing a Splash Pad for Inclusive Play -Bill Hachmeister, Ingrid Kanics

Crisis Management, Crisis Communications and Social Media -Stephanie York

OPERS Updates Bringing Wetlands to Your Community and Vice-Versa!-Mark Dilley

Summer Camp Roundtable -Amanda Gehres

Contemporary Wellness Issues & Trends Impacting Youth Sports -Christopher Stankovich

Collaborative Opportunities with Age-Friendly Communities-Katie White, Lorrie Poindexter

The Playground Clean Up: How to Develop a Successful Volunteer Program -Betty Blockinger, Taylor Glynn

10:15am-11:30am

Do a 180! Customer Service for both the External & Internal Customer -David Chambers, Bill Plessinger

Balancing Nature and Outdoor Recreation -Jen Giles, Dale Versteegen

Inclusion Success: Trends and Issues -Alayne Kazin, Kristen Riggins

Marketing and Communications on a Limited Budget -Brian Hoyt, Nancy Colvin, Alesia Howard

Park District Section Meeting & Advocacy Update -Woody Woodward

Integrating Sustainable Property Management into the Everyday -Jessica Latus, Kat Findlay

Making Down-Time Fun-Time at Camp -Jed Buck, Roz Buck

Harnessing Sports Parent Feedback -Garrett Pearson

eSports, a Non-Traditional Program for an Unserved Population -Jill Lemmerman, Rosa Casiano, Jessica Gift, Aaron Johnson

Successful Supervision of Volunteers -Candy Holloway

11:30am-1:00pm Keynote: Extraordinary Over Ordinary: The Best Version of You - Eddie Slowikowski Kalahari Ballroom

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Silent Auction in the Exhibit Hall Monday & Tuesday

50/50 Raffle Ongoing until Wednesday’s Keynote Lunch

Raffle Winner Chosen Tuesday at 11AM

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Family Fun Night 6:00pm - 9:00pm If you are at Kalahari on Saturday Night hop on over to Nile for a family-friendly movie and pizza! (Cost $5/person for food)

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2019 OPRA CONFERENCE SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3

Student Attendee Meeting 5:00pm - 6:00pm Indigo Bay Students are encouraged to attend the Student Attendee Meeting where they will learn best practices on how to get the most out of their Conference experience.

OPRA Region Welcome Meetings 5:30pm – 6:00pm (see rooms below)

Join your Region Chairs for a quick Welcome to Conference Meeting. This is a great opportunity to welcome all of the first time attendees from your Region.

Region 1 = Aloeswood Region 2 = Zambezi Region 3 = Nile Region 4 = Orange

OPRA Big Game Tailgate Networking Event 6:00pm – 12:00am Kalahari Ballroom

Presented by Ares Sportswear, Baker Vehicle Systems, IAP Government Services Group, Inc., Miracle Midwest and Schorr Architects. Join us Sunday evening in the Kalahari Ballroom to enjoy the Big Game Tailgate Networking Event! Catch up with colleagues as you enjoy some delicious appetizers and root for your favorite team.

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2019 OPRA CONFERENCE MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4

Education Sessions 8:30am – 9:45am

5 Ways to Improve with Drones This session is designed to cover 5 of the most important and most valuable topics as it relates to drone use. Including, but not limited to: - Safe and LEGAL drone operations within your park - Hobbyist vs. Commercial: What’s the difference? - Capturing your park in its best light for the world to see (aerial photo and video best practices) - Obtaining the most valuable perspective for your team (internal purposes) - Different types of drones: Which one is the best for my park? This presentation is in NO WAY geared towards making a sales pitch. This is to encourage others to embrace this technology and bring their drone operations in-house for more frequent flights. Thomas Wasinski, Aerial Agents Room: Nile | Track: Trends Bringing Nature to Suburban and Urban Parks They’re not weeds! You know that, but do park neighbors? Examine some “tricks of the trade” to learn some ways to bring more natural areas to public parks in ways that are not objectionable! And, what to do when the objections roll in. Help your community’s kids get their dose of “Vitamin N” by bringing nature to where they play. Arnie Biondo, Centerville-Washington Park District Room: Sagewood | Track: Parks Congrats You’re a Manager, Now What? When you’re a new manager (promoted or hired) or aspiring leader, there are unique situations to the role of managing from the middle. On-boarding for middle management can sometimes leave new managers uneasy about their new responsibilities, and growing into the role can be a bumpy ride. This session will help new managers and aspiring leaders navigate some of the more sticky situations inherent to the role and gain confidence in their new position by talking with experienced practitioners in a “speed-dating” type process. Lisa King, Summit Metro Parks; Aaliyah Earvin, Prairie Township; Nate Eppink, Medina County Park District; Heidi Hetzel-Evans, Ohio State Parks & Watercraft; Aaron Hockman, Summit Metro Parks; Kevin Swanson, Miami County Park District Room: Zambezi | Track: Management

Games on the Wild Side: Natural Play Natural Play umbrella allows our park district to introduce engaging, custom, site specific experiences for our visitors. Play on the wild side draws crowds of visitors into our parks. What is a natural play area? What are practical implications for a land owner: custom design, installation, costs, liability and maintenance issues? We’ll share our experiences with constructed sites and highlight future plans for more of these amenities. Tatiana Parfenova, Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks; Tim Moloney, Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks; Steve Studenmund, Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks Room: Zebrawood | Track: Environmental Education

Is it Diversity or Inclusion? “Diversity is being invited to the party; Inclusion is being asked to dance.” –Vern Myers . Welcoming individuals who are differently-abled into your programs can be quite overwhelming. However, by having a positive attitude and an established inclusion process, you will be able to tackle this daunting task. In this fun and

interactive session, we will walk you through the inclusion processes we utilize in our camps, programs and community involvement. There is ability in disABILITY! Lindsay Buis, Westerville Parks and Recreation; Jodi Shealy, Dublin Parks & Recreation Room: Mangrove | Track: Inclusion Let the Reviewing Begin! Effective Grant Planning/Writing This session will cover project development; grant research, writing-tips and resources; and, follow up upon receiving a grant. Deborah Shiverdecker, Darke County Park District Room: Leopardwood | Track: Fiscal Administration

Marketing Lifeguard Recruiting Efforts Before you can hire staff, you need to make them aware of and excited about the job. This session will discuss some ways to take a marketing style approach with your staff recruiting efforts. Although this will be geared toward aquatics staff recruitment, the concepts can be applied across the board to all positions within the organization. Joe Stefanyak, Jeff Ellis & Associates, Inc. Room: Aloeswood | Track: Aquatics

The Price Isn’t Right: Pricing Programs and Services Parks and recreation departments are asked each budget year to be leaner and leaner. Revenues, expenditures and cost recovery are three elements of the budget process that must be examined to ensure efficiency. Learn how to develop a budget based on cost center approach, which will allow the professional to understand how the inputs translate to the outputs--PRICE! Chris Nunes, The Woodlands Township Room: Orange | Track: Programming The Simplicity of Community Action & Change Through the creation of the parks and recreation department, the Village of New Lebanon is able to give away over 50lbs of vegetables each week from their community garden, host over 20 free community events each year, offer 8 weeks of free after school programming for middle schoolers and provide a free five week summer camp for over 130 k-12 youth. Although they only have 1 full-time employee in the department, they are able to offer endless opportunities to volunteer, free educational workshops, community pride projects, free adult and children yoga classes and high school internships. Alexandra Cummins, Village of New Lebanon; Margo Royer-Miller, Village of New Lebanon Room: Portia/Wisteria | Track: Urban

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Athens Arts, Parks and Recreation Department

2019 OPRA CONFERENCE MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4Solid Legacy and a Bright Future: Public/Private Partnerships from the Perspective of a Community Foundation The Cleveland Foundation has a long history of investing in and advocating for parks that benefit the social, physical and economic health of Greater Cleveland residents, such as, helping to start Cleveland Metroparks and the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and investing in small neighborhood parks. More recently, the foundation partnered with the City of Cleveland, Cleveland Metroparks and other partners to host the City Parks Alliance’s Park Study. This session will unpack wins, lessons and challenges working with nonprofit and governmental partners. Nelson Beckford, The Cleveland Foundation; Jessica Gift, City of Cleveland Room: Cypress | Track: Partnerships Starting a Comprehensive Wellness Program Wellness is so much more than fitness. We will take a comprehensive approach to the entire person when it comes to wellness. What does wellness look like at different ages? How can we best utilize all of our facilities, resources and energy to create the most well community that we can? Cara Prell, City of Alpharetta Room: Indigo Bay | Track: Fitness Ups and Downs of Mountain Bike Trail Building An in depth look at how to develop an area into a quality mountain bike trail. We’ll go through all the stages: conception, departmental approval, the build and opening to the public. Paul Neal, Summit Metro Parks Room: Rosewood | Track: Facilities & Operations

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Keynote Speaker 10:00am - 11:30am | Kalahari Ballroom

Presented by DWA Recreation and GameTime

Celeste HeadleeCommunication - Ten Ways to Have Better Conversations

Celeste is an award-winning journalist, professional speaker and author. As an NPR host and journalist, Celeste has interviewed hundreds of people from all walks of life. Through her work, she has learned the true power of conversation and its ability to both bridge gaps or deepen wounds. In a time when conversations are often minimized to a few words in a text message and lack of meaningful communication and connection abounds, Celeste sheds a much-needed light on the lost and essential art of conversation.

Celeste’s TEDx talk on Ten Ways to Have Better Conversations created a viral sensation and was one of the most watched TED talks in 2016 (CNBC) and named the #1 must-watch TED talk for every recruiter and hiring manager (Glassdoor). To date, Ten Ways to Have Better Conversations has been viewed over 15,000,000 times!

Exhibit Hall 11:30am – 2:30pm

Lunch Provided by Midstates Recreation

Take some time to meet and greet all of our awesome exhibitors while enjoying a delicious lunch in the Exhibit Hall compliments of Midstates Recreation. The OPRA Foundation will be holding their Silent Auction during Exhibit Hall hours – be sure to place your bids early ... and often!

Stop in from 11:00am - 4:00pm in the room next to Aloeswood and give blood at the OPRA & American Red Cross Blood Drive!

Great Parks

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Metroparks Toledo

Student Attendee Meeting 1:30pm – 2:15pm | Indigo Bay

Student Attendees will meet for a quick touch base and attend a presentation called Get Better Not Bitter by Michael Pitts from Five Rivers MetroParks.

Education Sessions 2:30pm – 3:45pm

A Changing Workforce: How to Recruit, Lead and Retain the Best Talent In this session Stefanie will explore the barriers leaders face today that arise from leading multi-generational teams. Smart businesses of today know that understanding the workforce is essential to driving employee retention and performance. Join her to understand what businesses who thrive are doing differently and to understand the gaps in your own teams. You’ll leave with ideas on how to make an immediate impact on your team and their performance. Stefanie Jackson Room: Zambezi | Track: Management Design Thinking for Parks and Recreation Agencies From the Standford Design School, the concept of Design Thinking has found purpose within the public sector. Design Thinking cannot be presented in a lecture, thus be prepared for an interactive session that allows the audience to experience the five steps of Design Thinking (empathize, define, ideate, prototype, test). Participants will leave with a newfound creative confidence to change how they think about their role in the workforce and their role within their community. Annie Frisoli, Ohio University Room: Rosewood | Track: Facilities & Operations

Good Events Gone Bad Event planning is all about the details, big and small. One mistake and a great event can quickly go bad! In this session, we will present bizarre--but true--event disasters and discuss how to avoid these mistakes when planning and implementing a special event. Participants will have an opportunity to share their stories and an event planning checklist will be given to assist you in planning your next great event. Melissa Hindman, Worthington Parks and Recreation; Jeremy Dean, Worthington Parks and Recreation; Taylor Lindsey, City of Grandview Heights; Julie Sergent, Worthington Parks and Recreation Room: Orange | Track: Programming

Inclusion Success: Positive Behavior Support Positive behavior support is a behavior management system used to understand what maintains an individual’s challenging behavior. Children’s inappropriate behaviors are difficult to change because they are functional; they serve a purpose for them. Understanding the purpose of inappropriate or aggressive behavior is important to supporting positive behavior and successful inclusion. This session will give insight into assessing, planning and implementing positive behavior support strategies. Kristen Riggins, Cincinnati Recreation Commission; Eric Rueger, Cincinnati Recreation Commission; Taylor Singleton, Cincinnati Recreation Commission Room: Mangrove | Track: Inclusion

Landing Park: Public/Private Partnerships & Creative Financing The creative funding and financing of over $50M of public infrastructure in the City of Sandusky over the past four years is worth sharing. This session will explore the details

of how a City <25K people has utilized multiple forms of funding and financing mechanisms that we all have at our fingertips to create a magnitude of public parks and trail improvements that is unparalleled to most in our region. Michelle Johnson, Environmental Design Group; Duff Milkie, Cedar Fair; Eric Wobser, City of Sandusky Room: Cypress | Track: Partnerships

Lifeguarding Evolution: Understanding Lifeguarding and What’s on the Horizon When it comes to aquatic safety, one of the first images that comes to mind is that of a lifeguard. But is the image that comes to mind really a good representation of lifeguarding today? Do people, including those in our industry, understand what being a lifeguard/lifeguarding really means? This session will discuss the state of lifeguarding today with the hopes of providing a better understanding of what it means to be a lifeguard in today’s ever changing aquatics landscape. We will look into the past to see how it all began and to determine how/why we got to where we are today and we will look into the future in an effort to determine what changes may be in store moving forward. We will also look at what it takes to make a lifeguard successful, what factors may make it difficult for them to succeed and what implications all of this may have on aquatic facility design and operations. Will include latest MAHC info. Joe Stefanyak, Jeff Ellis & Associates, Inc. Room: Aloeswood | Track: Aquatics Neighborhood Recreation Facilities; Staff Positively Impacting Community Recent studies show that young people have too few activities and/or opportunities that allow interaction with positive role models. With the amount of time that young people spend at recreation facilities, parks and neighborhood pools, it is the perfect opportunity for your staff to have a positive impact on the local community. Learn how to implement best practices while addressing those expectations in a way that will shine a positive light on your organization. Lori Hoffner, Supporting CommUnity, Inc. Room: Portia/Wisteria | Track: Urban New Americans and Park Use The way that new Americans use and experience public parks and engage in recreation is poorly understood. Several years ago, Summit Metro Parks became aware that refugee populations (primarily from Southeast Asia) were fishing in the parks using casting nets. This observation eventually led to the development of research examining how refugee populations incorporate parks culturally and economically into their lives. This talk focuses on research arising from refugees fishing in parks. Megan Shaeffer, Summit Metro Parks; Theresa Mata, Case Western University Room: Nile | Track: Trends Revealing the Unseen: Using Technology for Nature Education A smartphone, computer screen or TV can be a barrier between a person and the natural world. Learn how Cleveland Metroparks Information Technology & Outdoor Education teams have worked together to create engaging, technologically interactive exhibits including: an interactive topographic map table for watershed conservation, an augmented reality sandbox, a holographic Monarch butterfly life cycle and a touch-screen game-equipped mobile nature center that educates populations with limited access to park lands. Anthony Joy, Cleveland Metroparks; Brandon Miller, Cleveland Metroparks; Wendy Weirich, Cleveland Metroparks Room: Zebrawood | Track: Environmental Education


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Show that Field-Edge Prairies Stop Algal Blooms Metroparks should demonstrate landscape management practices that model methods that reduce algal nutrient runoff. Lake Erie and other bodies of water in Ohio are negatively affected by elevated levels of phosphorus driving harmful algal blooms. The primary source of those phosphate loadings is storm-water runoff from row-crop fields. Field-edge prairie strips effectively capture algal nutrients and provide ample pollinator resources. How and why field-edge prairie strips should be included in park landscapes will be detailed. John Blakeman, Meadow Environments LLC Room: Sagewood | Track: Parks

Transforming a Community with Grant Money Looking for adventurers only. Are you brave enough to turn your ‘business model’ upside down to help transform a community? If you are, join us and we’ll tell you how to do it. The speakers will discuss these 3 topics: how a national model was applied to an urban community where park experiences were created, residents discovered the joy of nature and external funding makes sharing this with other communities possible. This has been so popular we’re doing it on other projects! Lisa King, Summit Metro Parks; Demetrius Falconer, Summit Metro Parks; Kyle Kutuchief, Akron Knight Foundation; Daniel Rice, Ohio and Erie Canalway Coalition Room: Leopardwood | Track: Fiscal Administration Trends in Fitness Roundtable Join other fitness professionals for a roundtable with open discussion about trends, programs and opportunities in fitness. Aaliyah Earvin, Prairie Township Room: Indigo Bay | Track: Fitness

Education Sessions 4:00pm – 5:15pm Capital Project Consensus Building Have you ever watched a public meeting fall apart? Ever have a great project proposal derailed? This session is part commiseration, part humorous reflection and part practical problem solving when it comes to planning and rallying the community around projects large and small. From the community member who wants it all to the person who doesn’t want it in their backyard, this session will provide insight from someone who hasn’t always gotten it right. Andrew Chiki, Athens Community Arts, Parks & Recreation Room: Rosewood | Track: Facilities & Operations Case Studies in Aquatic Emergency Care This session will take a look at emergency care as it relates to the aquatic environment/aquatic incidents and will discuss the details of specific events, the care provided and the results/outcomes of the incidents themselves and the care provided. Joe Stefanyak, Jeff Ellis & Associates, Inc. Room: Aloeswood | Track: Aquatics

Environmental and Psychological Conditions Impact on Recreation Physical inactivity is a national epidemic, with approximately 79% of adults failing to meet national physical activity guidelines. The primary objective of this project was to identify environmental conditions and individual psychological and behavioral factors influencing running intentions and behaviors. This education session will use the project results as a framework from which to

discuss environmental and psychological conditions impacting the attendee’s area of recreation, health and fitness and how organizational support can influence these factors. Leeann Lower, The Ohio State University; Thomas Aicher, University of Colorado – Colorado Springs Room: Indigo Bay | Track: Fitness Free Meals and Programming in the Summer Summer poses an increased risk for food insecurity as children lose access to nutritious USDA school meals. Columbus Recreation and Parks tackles this issue head on, sponsoring the Summer Food Service Program at over 220 sites in Franklin County to ensure that kids without school breakfast and lunches for three months can access healthy meals and find safe spaces to eat while participating in fun activities and enrichment programming to curb summer learning loss. Amanda Wampler, Columbus Recreation and Parks; Shannon Amos, Children’s Hunger Alliance Room: Nile | Track: Trends

Goals in Reality Goal setting can be tough because we fail to set realistic goals. This workshop will give us a better understanding of what SMART goals are and how we make them challenging but realistic. We will use SMART goals to create, improve and/or grow programs, as well as using SMART goals as a tool to help our staff grow. Aaliyah Earvin, Prairie Township Room: Zambezi | Track: Management Inclusive Day Camps: From Concept to Practice Including children with and without disabilities in day camps can be a lesson in trial and error. This session will review the conceptual bases and best practices for planning and implementing inclusive day camps. Examples of successes, challenges and recommendations from inclusive day camps will be offered throughout the session. Audience members will be invited to pose questions for a group discussion during the last portion of this session. Mary Ann Devine, Kent State University; Lynnette Klejka, Summit County Board of Developmental Disabilities Room: Orange | Track: Programming Play on Player: Overcoming Disability with Play 2015 Team USA member, Jill Moore, shares her story of how play and a sense of humor were not only just a part of childhood, but paramount to living a life that goes beyond the confines of disability and becoming something truly extraordinary. Jill Moore, Landscape Structures Room: Mangrove | Track: Inclusion Public/Private Partnership in Action The power of public/public and public/private partnerships takes on many different facets, directions and outcomes as entities are looking inward to their urbanized areas for recreational and development opportunities. Partnerships are becoming a trend as available sites are less available, more competitive and increasingly complex. Learn the challenges and successes of working with public and private partners in Central Ohio with a focus on shared visions, services, funding, programming, management and operations. Tim Rosenthal, MKSK; Tim Moloney, Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks Room: Cypress | Track: Partnerships


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Put Your Money Where Your Mission Is Many factors are at work when considering resource allocation as part of financial planning for parks and recreation agencies. Finding the sweet spots in an organization’s distribution of resources can be viewed as challenging, especially when politics are involved. More often than not, organizations function without knowledge of the cost to provide services and end up compromising their long-term viability and quality of service delivery by setting fees or making management decisions based on history or special interests. Consideration of the benefit and impact of those services in the community is also an important tool in effectively balancing mission with financial viability to make informed and defensible decisions about fees and resource allocation. This session focuses on applying diverse, responsible and articulate management practices for future growth and sustainability. Lisa Paradis, 110% Inc. Room: Leopardwood | Track: Fiscal Administration

Urban Recreation Panel Join other urban recreation professionals to discuss opportunities within the field of parks and recreation as it pertains to urban areas. Bryana Ross, Columbus Recreation and Parks; Ryan Hicks, Columbus Recreation & Parks; Lorrie Poindexter, Columbus Recreation and Parks; Blake Williams, Cincinnati Recreation Council Bureau Room: Portia/Wisteria | Track: Urban

What in the Blue Blaze!? If the Buckeye and/or North Country National Scenic Trail (NCT) are routed through your park system, you are one of the lucky ones! Learn how you can take advantage of this asset to maximize the partnership, improve recreation opportunities, promote the uniqueness of your park system, leverage a statewide volunteer network and other resources and be part of something bigger. Follow the blue blazes of Ohio’s 1444 mile State Trail and the 4600 mile NCT. Andrew Bashaw, Buckeye Trail Association; Brent Anslinger, Five Rivers MetroParks Room: Sagewood | Track: Parks

WILD School Sites: Creating Habitat for Education WILD School Sites is a habitat education extension of the Project WILD program. WILD School Sites encourages education facilities to create wildlife on their grounds and then use those habitat improvement projects in their programs and lessons. Come learn how your park can become a demonstration site for your local schools, how to partner with your local schools, grant opportunities, professional development and more! Jen Dennison, ODNR-Division of Wildlife Room: Zebrawood | Track: Environmental Education

Networking Events5:30pm - 6:30pm

Alumni Hour Presented by Kent State University, Ohio University and The Ohio State University Enjoy reconnecting with your University in the Executive Center where they will offer food, drinks and other surprises! Don’t see your University represented? Encourage them to join in the fun next year!Room: Executive Center

Minority Meet & GreetEnjoy an informal time of connecting with other minority parks and recreation professionals.


Room: MangroveHut Hop Networking Event 8:00pm - 12:00am

Presented by The Davey Tree Expert Company, designFITNESS, Midstates Recreation and Snider Recreation, Inc.

Enjoy a relaxing evening with colleagues visiting Marrakesh and Kalahari’s Jaamati Huts where OPRA partners will offer food, drinks, games and other surprises! Thanks to the following companies for their contributions at Conference:

Cardno - Coffee and Tea

Century Equipment - Signage

DWA recreation and GameTime - Lanyards

Environmental Design Group - Conference Gift

Great Lakes Brewing Company - Beverages

Keurig Dr Pepper - Name Badges Leader Promos - Conference Gift MSA Sport, a division of MSA Design - Registration Area

Musco Sports Lighting - Welcome Bags

Penchura - Conference App

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Blue Ash Parks & Recreation Department

2019 OPRA CONFERENCE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5

Education Sessions 8:30am - 9:45am

5 Leadership Principles for Managers/Supervisors This session uses the W.A.T.E.R. program. It empowers staff’s personal responsibility by Walking the Walk, Accepting Your Role, Taking People to the Next Level, Equipping the Hands, Head and the Heart and Recognizing Talent. Come be inspired to be an even better supervisor/manager. Jeff McManus, University of Mississippi Room: Nile | Track: Management & Leadership

All of Life is a Game All of life is a game. Do you know how to play the game? Do you know what the rules are to the game you are playing? How does our outlook on our life, our staff and our community change when viewed through the lens of Game Theory? In this session we will look at Game Theory. When we look at the world of government and recreation through the lens of game play, we can begin to see how many seemingly contradictory viewpoints can work together for the benefit of your community. James Gant, Prairie Township Room: Aloeswood/Leopardwood |Track: Management & Leadership

Building a Culture of Guest Service Excellence When it comes to operating an agency, everyone states how important customer service is, yet, most do a poor or inconsistent job serving their customers. Come unlock the secrets behind building a culture focused on exceeding your organization’s customer service. Using case studies, participants will see the impact poor customer service can have on an agency while learning how to build an organization that your customers and the community would want to associate with. Neelay Bhatt, PROS Consulting Inc. Room: Indigo Bay |Track: Management & Leadership The Do’s and Don’ts of Levy and Bond Issue Campaigns Political subdivisions - including park districts - cannot expend public funds in any manner to support or oppose a bond issue, levy, ballot issue or candidate campaign. However, the law permits political subdivisions to distribute certain factual information about the impact of the levy or bond issue. We’ll discuss the increasing risk and uncertainty in this area and share how park districts can adopt and consistently enforce clear and neutral policies that regulate campaign activity. Maria Armstrong, Bricker & Eckler LLP Room: Zambezi | Track: Management & Leadership

Friday Night Lights: Understanding Teamwork at its Best Great teams produce great work and dysfunctional (or even mediocre) teams do not. Nobody wants to be part of a team that does not produce first-rate results, but many of us live in those environments every day. High functioning teams practice accountability, purpose, cohesiveness and collaboration. How do you turn an under-performing team into a great team? Can you make a good team better? Attendees will be challenged to value the different styles of the people on their teams, listen better and ask better questions, choose an approach that is right for the situation and deal with situations in a way that is team centric and puts the big picture into focus. Lisa Paradis, 110% Inc. Room: Sagewood/Zebrawood | Track: Management & Leadership

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Leadership Past & Present How can park districts remain true to mission and continue to evolve to take advantage of new opportunities and meet current challenges? Cleveland Metroparks CEO Brian Zimmerman has been nationally recognized as an innovative leader in the park and recreation field. Steve Madewell has enjoyed a career working for four different Ohio park systems and has been a devotee of the intent and purpose of the legislation creating regional park districts. This presentation is a frank and open dialog about innovation and leadership while remaining true to mission. Brian Zimmerman, Cleveland Metroparks; Steve Madewell Room: Orange | Track: Management & Leadership LEADing into Change An often repeated saying is “Progress is impossible without change,” but anyone who has been involved with change knows that change is often hard. Also misunderstood is the notion that leaders of change only exist at the top of the organization chart. This session will focus on how to LEAD into change, how to become a catalyst for change no matter our current role, adjust our perspective on change and understand how we can approach changing ourselves, our profession and our communities. Change is hard, but it doesn’t have to be if we can learn to LEAD into it. Ryan Davis, Kettering Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Room: Cypress | Track: Management & Leadership

Exhibitor Roundtable 9:00am – 9:30am

Exhibitors meet to discuss suggestions, comments, concerns and how we can improve the Exhibit Hall experience.OPRA Booth 414 in the Exhibit Hall

Silent Auction 9:45am – 11:45am

Be sure to stop by the Silent Auction to make your last minute bids! Bidding will close at 11:45am. Winners will be pulled after the bidding closes. Items may be picked up any time after the winners have been chosen. Items will be held at the Welcome Desk for pick up if not claimed by 12:45pm.

Exhibit Hall Lunch 9:45am – 12:45pm

Stop by the Exhibit Hall one last time to say thank you to your favorite exhibitors and enjoy a delicious lunch. Lunch will be served at 11:15am.

Student Attendee Meeting 10:00am – 11:00am

This session is designed for students to learn more about going beyond the degree. Strategies for success in the job search as well as best practices in networking will be discussed. Room: Indigo Bay


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Restoring Natural Areas

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Twinsburg Parks & Recreation Department


Leadership Series 1:00pm – 2:30pm | 2:45pm – 4:15pm Presented by the OPRA Foundation The Leadership Series is packed with dynamic speakers and inspiring information that you will not want to miss! The Leadership Series speakers will share the same message in two sessions so that you can arrange your schedule to be able to hear two of the four speakers. There is so much great information being shared we don’t want you to miss a thing!

Leading in a Disruptive World - Becky Benná Becky is the Executive Director of Five Rivers MetroParks. She has over 25+ years of public service experience serving various communities ranging in population size of 20,000 to over a million. Becky is a past President of the prestigous American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration whose leaders are distinguished leaders in the field of parks and recreation. Whether it’s social media, emails, phone calls, politics, climate change, organization or community issues, we live in a disruptive world. Leaders need to be able to quickly adapt, communicate and make thoughtful, but quick decisions and STILL remain sane. Becky’s session will discuss the challenges and opportunities leaders face in guiding agencies and surviving at the same time. Room: Zambezi

Identifying Trends for an Uncertain Future - Neelay BhattNeelay’s career, on five continents, includes Disney, The Super Bowl, The Olympics, besides several years of consulting, public speaking and training. TEDx, the global platform for ideas, describes him as a business and communications visionary, and his service on the National Recreation and Park Association’s Board of Directors is committed to ensuring that ‘no child is left indoors’. Neelay strongly believes in the ‘Power of One’ – one person/one action to change the world and his messages on empathetic leadership, magical customer service and the art of storytelling have benefited executives, professionals and students from North America to China and from Europe to New Zealand.

As agencies continue to focus on NRPA’s 3 Pillars, Neelay will help predict trends and plan for future shifts in an increasingly unpredictable time. He will share insights on how to build an agency culture and mindset that can innovate and thrive in a changing landscape as parks and recreation agencies look to implement changes in their communities, policies, park and facility designs, financial sustainability, marketing and communications, partnerships, program delivery and innovation, in general.Room: Indigo Bay

Growing Weeders in to Leaders - Jeff McManusJeff grows things. As the Director of Landscape Services at the University of Mississippi, he grows plants…he grows people…he grows ideas. Jeff is a problem-solver, understanding that doing more with less is a 21st century mandate. Faced with a multi-million dollar landscaping beautification project, a demand for excellence, high productivity and with a stagnant budget, Jeff knew that growing his people was critical to growing the plants. Understanding that all humans either have or strive for the innate elements of Greatness, Resiliency, Opportunity and Wisdom, Jeff developed his GROW-theory into an impactful management and professional development leadership program for his staff.

Most organizations can’t pay for the talent they want, but with the right strategy most organizations can GROW the talent they have to get the leaders they need. Leadership is the art of motivating a group of people to act towards achieving a common goal. Leadership is a mindset. It begins with aligning the work to a vision of greatness, resiliency, opportunity and wisdom, and then developing an environment based on trust, communication, respect and learning. Jeff will take us on a tour of Leadership Basics, developing a culture of accountability and encouraging and recognizing the talent within our organizations and ourselves.Room: Nile

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Post-Awards Get Together 8:30pm – 12:00am | Kilimanjaro Ballroom and Orange

Celebrate the award winners as you dance, play games or just relax and enjoy conversation with old and new friends. Special thanks to UltraSound Special Events for the music and DJ!

Leading When Promoted From Within - Jayne MillerJayne is the President and CEO of the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy (PPC), a U.S. nationally recognized parks conservancy. The PPC was founded in 1996 by a group of citizens concerned with the deteriorating conditions of Pittsburgh’s historic city parks. Since 1998, the PPC has worked closely with the City of Pittsburgh under an official public-private partnership agreement to restore the city’s four regional parks. The PPC has raised over $107M for Pittsburgh Parks and has completed 18 major improvement projects. Currently active in 22 parks, the PPC has expanded into community and neighborhood parks throughout Pittsburgh.

Leadership roles are challenging, whether you come new into an organization or if you are promoted from within. What does it mean to be promoted into a leadership position from within your organization? In this session, we will focus on the unique challenges and opportunities for individuals who are promoted from within. We will also discuss the impact on relationships with colleagues who are no longer peers, drawing appropriate lines with others, holding others responsible, providing clear discernment on what you can give staff and what they need to do for themselves, understanding influential vs position power and leveraging influence and affiliation and relying less on expert and position power, demonstrating the authority and responsibility of the position up and down the organization, the importance of providing consistent leadership, and incorporating regular self-care into daily work and personal life all the while balancing the demands of the job. Room: Orange

Professional Photo Opportunity 4:15pm – 6:15pm | Executive Center

Stop in the Executive Center for a free professional head shot. Images will be emailed to you post Conference.

Informal Networking 5:30pm – 6:30pm | South Foyer

Gather with old and new friends prior to the Awards Celebration. It’s a great time to make new contacts.

Awards Celebration 6:30pm – 8:30pm | Kalahari Ballroom

Presented by DWA Recreation and GameTimeCelebrate the award winners and be inspired for your next program or project while enjoying a delicious dinner with friends.

2019 OPRA CONFERENCE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6Education Sessions 8:30am - 9:45am

Bringing Wetlands to Your Community and Vice-Versa! Wetlands are a complicated and sometimes controversial topic, yet they are vital to our planet and its inhabitants - humans and wildlife alike. In this presentation, we will share tips on how to identify opportunities to restore or enhance wetlands in your community’s parks, how to manage and care for these systems and most importantly, how to engage the community in meaningful and effective ways to garner interest and support for these important and fascinating ecosystems. Mark Dilley, MAD Scientist Associates Room: Sagewood | Track: Parks

Collaborative Opportunities with Age-Friendly Communities The international age-friendly cities movement is gaining momentum in communities across the U.S. Driven by demographic changes in the 65+ population, this initiative pushes cities to re-think the social, health and built environments. Outdoor spaces is a top subject of concern in this movement, with particular attention on recreation, parks and other socialization opportunities. Learn how Columbus Recreation and Parks and Age-Friendly Columbus are creating new opportunities for collaboration, community engagement and neighborhood connectivity. Katie White, The Ohio State University, College of Social Work; Lorrie Poindexter, Columbus Recreation and Parks Room: Nile | Track: Trends Contemporary Wellness Issues & Trends Impacting Youth Sports This presentation will deliver direct experiences and observations from my nearly 25 years of clinical experience working with athletes, coaches, administrators and parents (as well as my experiences having taught college undergraduate and graduate level sport psychology courses). Specific issues to be examined include youth sports burnout, sport specialization, playing multiple sports in the same season, the effects of travel leagues and tips and strategies designed to help everyone (kids, parents and leagues) have a safe, healthy and meaningful youth sports experience. Christopher Stankovich, Advanced Human Performance Room: Indigo Bay | Track: Sports

Crisis Management, Crisis Communications and Social Media It takes a lifetime to build a good reputation and only a few seconds to destroy one. This fast-paced talk by crisis communications and media specialist Stephanie York, from Hennes Communications, will focus on a highly-strategic approach to communicating during a wide variety of situations, offering methods for establishing and maintaining “control of the message,” enabling you to move your message forward or mount a defense against a sudden press onslaught. Stephanie York, Hennes Communications Room: Leopardwood | Track: Marketing

Customer Service Boot Camp: Back to Basics This interactive training offers customer service philosophies and techniques to recreation professionals. Presenters provide examples of training programs offered in-house and hands-on exercises easily adapted for any agency. Examples focus on cultural competency, impacts of diversity, service elements, demonstrating engaged interactions, welcoming environments and professional appearances. Gain a solid understanding of customer service

practices for a diverse customer base. Leave with new tools and energy, prepared to build a well-rounded customer service staff training program. Annie Olson, Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board; Iris Pahlberg Peterson, Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board Room: Rosewood | Track: Customer Service

Designing a Splash Pad for Inclusive Play Communities across the country are adding spray and splash parks as they have become a highly requested and utilized recreation amenity. How can these be universally designed to be inclusive for people of all ages and abilities to participate equally? This presentation was created the past year in response to a group of park staff wanting to know more about how water play supports children and adults with an assortment of disabilities. The topics covered in the presentation focus on the overall park facilities that should be in place to support inclusion of all. It then goes specifically into the types of play that children of varying abilities and ages seek on a splash pad, different types of water play elements that provide these experiences and how these elements can be laid out in the splash pad to ensure that all children can use them. A specific example of a splash pad is utilized to take participants through the design with a blend of images and videos. The presentation is designed to show the power of water play for all who want to play on a community splash pad. Bill Hachmeister, Aquatix by Landscape Structures; Ingrid Kanics, Kanics Inclusive Design Services, LLC Room: Mangrove | Track: Inclusion

Honeybee Programming in Parks The Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks has had a program of installing honeybee hives in the parks and then using them for education. The hives exist in four separate parks and have become an asset to the educational programming in those parks. Creating and maintaining the program has had its own set of challenges, but has reaped many rewards with staff and the public. Jecy Weber, Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks Room: Zebrawood | Track: Environmental Education

OPERS Updates This session provides tips for members of OPERS on how to be proactive when preparing for retirement and discusses key timeline decisions that will need to be made prior to retirement. OPERS Staff Room: Portia/Wisteria | Track: OPRA

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Cleveland Metroparks

2019 OPRA CONFERENCE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6The Playground Clean Up: How to Develop a Successful Volunteer Program This session will provide participants with tools to develop, improve and manage a new and innovative volunteer program or grow an existing program. Keys to success include collaboration with organizational internal partners, as well as external partners and non-profits. This session will also outline successful volunteer program components: appropriate, safe and enjoyable service projects. Betty Blockinger, Columbus Recreation and Parks; Taylor Glynn, Columbus Recreation and Parks Room: Cypress | Track: Volunteer Management Summer Camp Roundtable Engage in roundtable discussions regarding trends and current issues being faced in summer camp programs. Topics will include programming ideas, behavior management methods, staff motivation and training techniques. Come prepared to participate in the conversation with ideas and questions to share. Amanda Gehres, Grove City Parks and Recreation Room: Orange | Track: Programming

Education Sessions 10:15am - 11:30am

Balancing Nature and Outdoor Recreation Are you trying to lead recreation programs that balance, but incorporate too much or too little nature? Merging these two disciplines can be difficult without the proper techniques. This session will introduce ways to use a guided discovery of nature to enhance your outdoor recreation programming, without derailing your instruction. By the end of the session, you should feel comfortable merging your interpretation and recreation skills in order to leave your audience with a meaningful connection. Jen Giles, Cleveland Metroparks; Dale Versteegen, Cleveland Metroparks Room: Zebrawood | Track: Environmental Education

Do a 180! Customer Service for both the External & Internal Customer Customer Service can be grueling when patron interaction is constant and you are always solving staff problems and putting out fires. Take a step back and examine what you are doing, because if you do what you always did, you will get the same results! Come join us as we define good customer service, the need for kindness, set expectations for your staff and listen to stories from the trenches. We’ll discuss ways to enrich and personalize the onboarding experience, provide meaningful training opportunities and build better communication to ensure staff are as satisfied with their job as your customers are with their experience. David Chambers, Westerville Parks and Recreation; Bill Plessinger, Westerville Parks and Recreation Room: Rosewood | Track: Customer Service

eSports, a Non-Traditional Program for an Unserved Population eSports, a form of competition using video games, has been growing in popularity for some time, and this year alone has a projected revenue of $905 million, a 38% increase from 2017. eSports reaches an isolated demographic that is currently disengaged from traditional recreational programming. This

talk is how we can attract and serve this demographic, the effects of doing so and the consequences of neglecting them. Jill Lemmerman, City of Cleveland; Rosa Casiano, City of Cleveland; Jessica Gift, City of Cleveland; Aaron Johnson, City of Cleveland Room: Nile | Track: Trends Harnessing Sports Parent Feedback Whether you ask or not, parents have opinions about your youth sports programs. Listening to the needs of parents and their young athletes is vital to future growth of your programs. This session will dig into what questions to ask parents, how to set up a system for obtaining parent feedback throughout the season and what to do with the feedback once you receive it. Garrett Pearson, National Alliance for Youth Sports Room: Indigo Bay | Track: Sports Inclusion Success: Trends and Issues Inclusion can be extremely beneficial to the participants, but difficult to manage by parks and recreation organizations. This session will present new and current trends and issues regarding inclusion. An assessment of issues faced by the participants in this session will guide the presentation to share best practices with each other. Alayne Kazin, Cincinnati Recreation Commission; Kristen Riggins, Cincinnati Recreation Commission Room: Mangrove | Track: Inclusion

Integrating Sustainable Property Management into the Everyday Audubon International focuses on educating property managers and community leaders; empowering them to make environmentally sustainable stewardship the foundation of their land management plans. With a network of 3,000 members in 34 countries, our programs positively impact millions of acres. Using our programs as a guide, we’ll discuss how property managers at recreational facilities, businesses and public and private communities can incorporate the sustainable management practices expected by their audiences into their regular maintenance programs. Jessica Latus, Audubon International, Kat Findlay, Audubon International Room: Sagewood | Track: Parks

Making Down-Time Fun-Time at Camp How do you make every minute of the camp day a unique and special part of the experience? We will explore various times when staff can transition down-time into fun-time and teach/play a variety of creative games and activities. Attendees will vote on the most important focus areas using interactive technology, then walk away with a list of new activities to keep campers safe while making every minute of the summer exceptional. Jed and Roz Buck, Roz and Jed Training & Consulting Room: Orange | Track: Programming

Marketing and Communications on a Limited Budget Every organization wants to have platinum-level marketing, but are often provided with a tin foil budget. This workshop will share best practices and tools to help market and communicate to your community that are low or no cost. Each of the presenters have worked in organizations with varying budgets and understand the challenges we face breaking through the noise and connecting with residents. Brian Hoyt, Columbus Recreation and Parks; Nancy Colvin, Columbus Recreation and Parks; Alesia Howard, Columbus Recreation and Parks Room: Leopardwood | Track: Marketing

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Park District Section Meeting & Advocacy Update Networking and discussion on issues of interest for Ohio park districts. Explore solutions to challenges that park districts face as it relates to actions taken by state legislators. Woody Woodward, OPRA Room: Portia/Wisteria | Track: OPRA

Successful Supervision of Volunteers While your organization’s volunteer services department manages the onboarding process for volunteers, field staff are tasked with supervising these volunteers once they are assigned to their volunteer position. In this session, participants will learn the unique aspects of supervising volunteers versus paid staff and be able to identify key skills and abilities of effective volunteer supervision. Candy Holloway, Five Rivers MetroParks Room: Cypress | Track: Volunteer Management

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2019 OPRA CONFERENCE EXHIBITOR DIRECTORY1123Wellnessinc.com | Booth: 425Jeremy Purcell, Ohio Sales Manager1939 Dixie HighwayFort Wright, KY 41011(614) [email protected] equipment consulting firm, specializing in everything from cardio and strength equipment, accessories, entertainment, flooring, outdoor exercise equipment, equipment leasing, 3D CAD design and preventative maintenance.

ACTIVE Network | Booth: 709Bethany Gustafson, Events Coordinator717 N. Harwood St., Suite 2500Dallas, TX 75201(800) 661-1196communities@ACTIVENetwork.comwww.ACTIVEcommunities.comACTIVE Net: online registration, facility reservation and recreation management that drives participation and delivers data-driven insights.

American Athletix | Booth: 809John McDonald, Midwest Recreation Manager418 W. Hackley Ave.Muskegon, MI 49444(231) [email protected] service recreation company: playgrounds, site amenities, sport courts, athletic and fitness equipment

American Fireworks Company | Booth: 409Roberto Sorgi, VP7041 Darrow RoadHudson, OH 44236(330) 650-1776roberto@americanfireworks.comwww.americanfireworks.comThe best full service fireworks company!!!

American Ramp Company | Booth: 322Alec Belden, East Coast Sales Manager601 S McKinley Ave.Joplin, MO 64801(417) 206-6816alec@americanrampcompany.comwww.americanrampcompany.comWe are a design/build action sports company specializing in skate and bike parks.

American Red Cross | Table: T2Becky Fischer, Aquatics Specialist501 West Market StAkron, OH 44303(330) [email protected] Red Cross provides a wide array of lifeguarding, water safety programs, First Aid, CPR and AED training that can provide you with the skills you need to prevent, prepare and respond to emergencies.

American Tower Company - Amerite Docks | Booth: 605Doug Schmidt, President5085 St Rt 39 WestShelby, OH 44875(419) [email protected] of floating boat docks and accessories. Manufactured and engineered in Ohio, serving the Midwest since 1954.

AQUA DOC Lake & Pond Management | Booth: 209John Wilson, Jr., President10779 Mayfield RoadChardon, OH 44024(800) [email protected] and pond management, fountain/aeration systems, cattail control, retail products, watergarden service, dock systems.

Aqua Pools | Booth: 821Chris Hlavin, Vice President1996 N. Cleveland Massillon RdAkron, OH 44333(330) [email protected] offer pool service, renovations, upgrades, repair, facility assessments, equipment replacement and we build and design spraygrounds.

AquaSeal Resurfacing LLC | Booth: 603Heather Scott, Director of Marketing and Administration7681 Tim Ave NWNorth Canton, OH 44720(330) [email protected] pride ourselves in offering our customers the highest quality safety surface products available. Unmatched service and responsiveness. Competitive pricing.

Arborwear | Booth: 818Lance Matiste, Regional Rep.8269 E. Washington St.Chagrin Falls, OH 44023(330) [email protected] are makers of honest, hardworking clothing for people who work hard and play hard outdoors.

Ares Sportswear | Booth: 516Conference PartnerMatt Barnes, Sales Director3704 Lacon RoadHilliard, OH 43026(614) [email protected] printed apparel

Audubon International | Table: T3Jessica Latus, Director of Sustainable Community Programs120 Defreest DriveTroy, NY 12180(518) 767-9051jessica@auduboninternational.orgwww.auduboninternational.orgOur mission is to educate, empower and energize our members to better manage land, water, wildlife and other natural resources.

Axion | Table: T8Ben Klingeman, Sales Director Struxure ProductsPO Box 3508Zanesville, OH 43702(740) [email protected] composite formula STRUXTURE products can build boardwalks, decking, pilings, foundations and supports. They will not rot, warp, splinter, crumble or leach toxic chemicals into the environment.

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2019 OPRA CONFERENCE EXHIBITOR DIRECTORYBaker Vehicle Systems, Inc. | Booths: 418, 420, 422, 424, 519, 521, 523 & 525Conference PartnerRick Baker, Sales Manager9035 Freeway DriveMacedonia, OH 44056(330) [email protected] family-owned, Ohio company located halfway between Akron and Cleveland. Full-service equipment dealer for golf, turf and industry since 1940.

Bally Sports Group LLC | Booth: 618Aaron Bally, Owner8228 Spruce Needle CourtColumbus, OH 43235(440) [email protected] sports programming company that specializes in partnering with municipalities, schools, private facilities and community organizations to supplement current offerings.

Barge Design Solutions | Booth: 320Vanessa Glotfelter, Vice President1370 Vanguard Blvd.Miamisburg, OH 45342(937) 428-5248vanessa.glotfelter@bargedesign.comwww.bargedesign.comEngineering, architecture, planning, landscape architecture and surveying for parks and recreation projects, including parks, sports complexes, ball fields, playgrounds, recreation centers, greenways and riverwalks.

Behnke Landscape Architecture | Booth: 502Marie Dowling, Principal2658 Scranton Road, Suite 2Cleveland, OH 44113(216) [email protected] Landscape Architecture is the Cleveland based leader in planning and designing award-winning outdoor places.

Bluegrass Recreation Sales and Installation, LLC | Booth: 800Johnny Cain, Sales Representative434 Quirks Run RdDanville, KY 40422(502) [email protected] representative of park and playground equipment.

Brandstetter Carroll, Inc. | Booth: 822Pat Hoagland, Principal2360 Chauvin Dr.Lexington, KY 40517(859) 268-1933phoagland@bciaep.comwww.brandstettercarroll.comBrandstetter Carroll is an industry leader in parks and aquatic planning and design.

Bright Idea Shops, LLC | Booth: 107Alan Robbins, President1500 Firestone Parkway, Suite DAkron, OH 44301(800) 886-8990akronal@brightideashops.comwww.brightideashops.comManufacturer of commercial grade site furnishings, picnic tables, park benches, waste receptacles, architecture, trail and wayfaring signage.

BSN Sports | Booth: 105Holt Legan, Territory Manager14460 Varsity Brands WayFarmers Branch, TX 75244(800) 527-7510 [email protected] and field equipment and apparel.

Burnham & Flower Insurance Group | Booth: 520Jim DeLucas, Agency Representative6500 Taylor RoadBlacklick, OH 43004(800) [email protected] & Flower Insurance Group is a full-service, independent insurance agency specializing in employee benefits, risk management programs and innovative insurance solutions for municipalities.

CampDoc.Com | Booth: 623Alex Goran, Sales Lead4750 Venture Dr., Suite 101Ann Arbor, MI 48108(734) [email protected] is the leading electronic health record system for camps, designed by doctors, nurses and directors.

CardConnect | Booth: 621Robb Pettit, Account Executive317 N. Racine Ave.Chicago, IL 60607(312) [email protected]://cardconnect.comWe provide a PCI validated, government grade P2PE EMV payment solution. (Partners with Vermont Systems Inc and RecPro)

Cardno, Inc. | Booth: 508Conference PartnerJoel Thrash, Sr. Consultant, Team Lead11121 Canal RoadCincinnati, OH 45241(513) [email protected] ecological consulting, wetland and stream restoration, water resource management, cultural resource management, Native Plant Nursery.

Century Equipment | Booths: 120, 122, 124, 219, 221, 223 & 225 Conference PartnerRon Smolik, Sales General Manager5959 Angola RoadToledo, OH 43615(800) [email protected] Equipment provides outdoor product solutions for the maintenance of parks grounds including mowing equipment, utility and personnel vehicle sales and rental, outdoor lighting and irrigation products.

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Challenger Sports | Booth: 404Jason Peters, Regional Business Manager712 Track LaneCincinnati, OH 45245(513) 407-2629jpeters@challengerteamwear.comwww.challengerteamwear.comSports apparel

Choice One Engineering | Booth: 321Kaye Borchers, Funding Specialist440 E. Hoewisher RoadSidney, OH 45365(937) 497-0200kmb@choiceoneengineering.comwww.choiceoneengineering.comCivil engineering (park design, trails, drainage, parking/drives), surveying and grant writing.

Cincinnati Floor Company, Inc. | Booth: 807Daniel Tynan, Project Manager/Estimator3500 Millikin Court, Suite EColumbus, OH 43228(614) [email protected], refinish and service gym flooring, fitness flooring and jogging track surfaces. Wood and synthetic indoor recreational surfaces.

Class Acts Entertainment | Booth: 102Tammy Walkup, Agent1177 W. 3rd Ave.Columbus, OH 43212(614) [email protected] Acts is your partner for summer concert programming. Whether you are hiring local or national performers, we can assist you with all aspects of the event from hiring performers to production.

Clemson University - PRTM | Table: T4Alexis Jennings, Administrative Assistant263 Lehotsky HallClemson, SC 29634(864) [email protected]/prtm/prtm-online.htmlEducational online Master’s program in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management for the working professional.

Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated | Booth: 503Scotty Wells, Senior On Premise Sales Rep4500 Groves Rd.Columbus, OH 43232(800) [email protected] Consolidated is the largest independent Coca-Cola bottler in the United States.

Coldwater Consulting | Table: T9Kristen Risch, Principal/[email protected] W. Columbus St.; PO Box 146Galena, OH 43021(740) 936-5368www.coldwaterconsultants.comColdwater is a water resources engineering firm providing ecological restoration, watershed planning, permitting, green infrastructure and grant writing. We are a SBE and MBE business.

Cushman | Booths: 418, 420, 422, 424, 519, 521, 523 & 525Rick Baker, Sales Manager9035 Freeway DriveMacedonia, OH 44056(330) [email protected] manufactures a complete line of utility and off-road vehicles designed for use throughout park systems and sports fields.

Custom Sign & Design, LLC | Booth: 823Jeff Krabill, CEO300 E. Water StreetSandusky, OH 44870

(419) 621-6600jeff@customsignanddesign.comwww.customsignanddesign.comCustom routed HDPE and vinyl signs; as well as custom items like coasters and lockout devices.

The Davey Tree Expert Company | Booths: 214 & 315Conference PartnerJeff Crites, Market Manager, Great Lakes East Operating Group1500 North Mantua StreetKent, OH 44240(330) [email protected] in 1880, The Davey Tree Expert Company is employee-owned and provides a variety of tree care, grounds maintenance and community forestry and ecological consulting services for the residential, commercial, utility and government markets including park and recreation agencies.

Davis Athletics, LLC | Booth: 718Fred L Davis, Owner2330 Broad StreetParkersburg, WV 26101(304) [email protected] the finest, custom designed and manufactured playground equipment in the industry, sun shades, site amenities, bleachers, lockers and athletic equipment.

designFITNESS | Booths: 514 & 615Conference PartnerKelly Naylor, President459 Orange Point Dr., Suite DLewis Center, OH 43035(740) 816-1884kelly.naylor@designfitness.netwww.designfitness.netProvider of commercial fitness equipment, sales and service.

Domokur Architects | Booth: 407Stefanie Smith, Project Manager4651 Medina RoadAkron, OH 44321(330) [email protected] in 1975, Domokur Architects specializes in parks and recreation, campground and youth recreation camp design - exceeding expectations from master planning through construction!

DWA Recreation | Booths: 314, 316, 318, 415, 417, & 419Conference PartnerBob Greiwe, PresidentPO Box 208Harrison, OH 45030(513) [email protected] equipment, site furnishings, bleachers, outdoor sports equipment, playground surfacing and fitness equipment.

Emerald FX LLC | Booth: 812Holly DeCaro, Sales Manager502 Industrial ParkwayNorwalk, OH 44857(419) [email protected] build manufacturer of fiberglass water features and more.

Environmental Design Group | Booth: 311Conference PartnerAnnalise Maniscalco, Marketing Assistant450 Grant StreetAkron, OH 44311(330) [email protected] stand as positive force, providing professional planning, environmental design and engineering services to shape, define, utilize, conserve and restore land and water resources.

EnviroScience | Booth: 108Neal Hess, Environmental Scientist5070 Stow RoadStow, OH 44224(216) 308-2567 [email protected] www.enviroscienceinc.comRecognized for excellence in ecological consulting, ecological restoration, marine services and biomonitoring freshwater throughout the USA and Canada.

Envirosigns | Booths: 803 & 805Tina Myers, Sales3590 Summerhill DriveSalt Lake City, UT 84121(801) [email protected] interpretive, historical and way-finding signs. Content development, illustration, graphic design and fabrication. Sign frames, mountings and bases.

eTrak Recreation Software | Booth: 602Mark Spinn, Vice President, Marketing and Sales1095 Playground Rd.Charleston, SC 29407(877) [email protected] eTrak Recreation Software family of products - eTrak-Plus, eTrak-Pro and eTrak-Play - provides cloud-based, cost-effective, powerful management solutions for any sized organization.

Everdry Waterproofing | Booth: 301Aaron Booth, Marketing Manager2930 Centennial RoadToledo, OH 43617(419) [email protected] waterproofing and foundation repair services.

Ez-Dock of Mid-America | Booth: 118Mike Deaton, Sales215 South MadisonFortville, IN 46040(317) [email protected] provide floating docks, fishing piers, kayak launches and swim enclosures. Design, consulting and permitting are available.

Farnham Equipment Company | Booth: 207Rocky Baker, Service Manager930 Kingsmill PkwyColumbus, OH 43229(614) 882-0790rbaker@farnhamequipment.comwww.farnhamequipment.comProducts, installation, service and code compliance/safety inspections for telescopic bleachers, outdoor bleachers and grandstands, athletic equipment and playground equipment.

Finn All Seasons | Booths: 710 & 811Dave Besoiu, Regional Sales Manager8540 St. Rt. 14Streetsboro, OH 44241(330) [email protected] strawblower, hydroseeding and bark blower sales, service and rental. Erosion control supplies, seed, fertilizer and hydroseeding consumables.

ForeverLawn | Booths: 614, 616, 715 & 717Derek Karmie, Operations Manager8007 Beeson St.Louisville, OH 44641(330) [email protected] offers premium artificial grass surfacing for playgrounds, dog parks, sports fields, putting greens, pool areas/splashpads and more.


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G&G Fitness Equipment Inc. | Booth: 723Tony Giordano, Director of Sales7350 Transit RoadWilliamsville, NY 14221(800) [email protected]&G Fitness provides quality commercial fitness equipment, service and installation.

GatorBridge & GatorDock | Booth: 303Rick Dyc, Regional Sales Manager1165 Northchase Pkwy SE, Suite 300Marietta, GA 30067(770) [email protected] over 40 years, GatorBridge & GatorDock has been designing and manufacturing high quality aluminum structures, including commercial dock systems, pedestrian and industrial bridges.

Glice | Booths: 522 & 524Dan Fritsche, Regional Director8018 Amberley Dr.Mentor, OH 44060(614) [email protected]® is the world leader for premium synthetic ice rinks. Zero Energy plastic ice rinks work without electricity or water.

H.R. Gray | Booth: 604Francesca Wagner, Marketing Specialist3770 Ridge Mill DriveColumbus, OH 43026(614) [email protected]. Gray is a full-services construction management company that is able to provide our clients with all services needed to take a project from conception to completion.

Health and Fitness Equipment Centers | Booth: 820Steve Sova, Treasurer35665 Curtis Blvd.Eastlake, OH 44095(440) 946-0839ssova@healthandfitnessohio.comwww.healthandfitnessohio.comHealth and Fitness is the Northeast Ohio representative of Precor Fitness Equipment. We sell, deliver, install and service fitness equipment from the industries leading manufacturers.

Hitchcock Design Group | Booth: 600Randy Royer, Senior Principal363 N. Illinois Street, Suite 2Indianapolis, IN 46204(317) 536-6161rroyer@hitchcockdesigngroup.comwww.hitchcockdesigngroup.comFor 38 years, Hitchcock Design Group has specialized in recreation planning, landscape architecture and grant funding focused on creating better places for park and recreation providers.

Hull & Associates, Inc. | Booth: 819John Szymanski, Marketing Director6397 Emerald Parkway, Suite 200Dublin, OH 43016(614) [email protected] & Associates is a consulting firm focusing on improving the quality of life by solving complex problems related to environment, energy and infrastructure.

Hustler | Booths: 418, 420, 422, 424, 519, 521, 523 & 525Rick Baker, Sales Manager9035 Freeway DriveMacedonia, OH 44056(330) [email protected] is an industry leader in the manufacturing of zero-turn rotary mowers and utility vehicles.

IAP Government Services Group | Booth: 611Conference PartnerJordan Foster, Business Development Manager2740 Airport Dr., Suite 300Columbus, OH 43219(614) [email protected] is the state contracted third party administrator for facility maintenance, repair and construction.

Infintech | Booth: 518Mark Morgan, Sales Account Manager350 Hampton Park NorthWesterville, OH 43081(614) [email protected] has partnered with Infintech to offer an exclusive credit card processing program to bring agencies much lower rates through combined group buying power. Contact Mark Morgan at (614) 975-4808 for more information.

Jacobsen | Booths: 418, 420, 422, 424, 519, 521, 523 & 525Rick Baker, Sales Manager9035 Freeway DriveMacedonia, OH 44056(330) [email protected] is a provider of large area rotary mowers, sports field mowers and utility vehicles.

JD Equipment Inc. | Booths: 222, 224, 323 & 325Joe Mitchell, Sales1660 US Route 42 NELondon, OH 43140(614) [email protected], mowing, agricultural and construction equipment.

Jeff Ellis & Associates, Inc. | Booth: 204Joe Stefanyak, Senior DirectorPO Box 2160Windermere, FL 34786(407) [email protected] safety and risk management consultants. We provide full-service safety consulting, lifeguard/lifeguard instructor training, safety and health training and learn-to-swim.

Jones Fish Hatcheries & Distributors, Inc. | Booth: 218Tom Hughes, Lake Management Supervisor3433 Church St.Cincinnati, OH 45244(800) [email protected] Fish specializes in gamefish stocking, floating fountains, diffused aeration, floating docks population surveys and aquatic weed and algae control.

Jump Start Sports, LLC | Booth: 802Rick Hart, Founder and Executive Director129 Elm St.Hudson, OH 44236(330) [email protected] provider of well organized and innovative sports programs in Ohio since 2002.

Keurig Dr Pepper | Booths: 114 & 116Conference PartnerJosh Nicely, ICM Columbus960 Stelzer RoadColumbus, OH 43219(614) [email protected], Water, Tea, Juice, Energy Drinks, better for you options.

Kiefer U.S.A. | Booth: 401Phil Rickaby, Regional Manager2910 Falling Waters Blvd.Lindenhurst, IL 60046(224) [email protected] is a distributor and installer of the highest quality athletic flooring to Mondo Synthetic Flooring and Artificial Turf.

Kifco Water Reels | Booths: 418, 420, 422, 424, 519, 521, 523 & 525Rick Baker, Sales Manager9035 Freeway DriveMacedonia, OH 44056(330) [email protected] manufactures a complete line of water reels used to irrigate sports fields and other fine turf areas.

Kinetic Recreation | Booth: 201Kyle Thompson, President8090 N 500 WMcCordsville, IN 46055(866) 867-1503admin@kineticrecreation.comwww.kineticrecreation.comCommercial playground equipment and safety surfacing, design, sales and installation.

Kioti Tractors | Booths: 418, 420, 422, 424, 519, 521, 523 & 525Rick Baker, Sales Manager9035 Freeway DriveMacedonia, OH 44056(330) [email protected] manufactures a complete line of tractors and utility vehicles.

The Kleingers Group | Booth: 722Lynne Nischwitz, RLA, ASLA, Landscape Architecture Studio Leader6305 Centre Park DriveWest Chester, OH 45069(513) [email protected] Kleingers Group provides civil engineering, landscape architecture, design and master planning for parks and sports complexes across the state of Ohio.

KS Associates, Inc. | Booth: 609Mark Cencer, P.E., Director of Coastal Engineering Services260 Burns Road, Suite 100Elyria, OH 44035(440) [email protected] Associates has specialized expertise in coastal engineering. Our team helps clients plan, design, obtain permitting for and manage the construction of all types of waterfront projects - from piers, docks, boat ramps and marinas to beach protection and restoration projects.

KZF Design | Booth: 808Amy O’Connell, Client Development Manager700 BroadwayCincinnati, OH 45202(513) [email protected] and engineering design services and planners (consultants).

The Lake Doctors, Inc. | Booth: 302Matthew Zehringer, Ohio Sales Manager65 Westpark Rd.Centerville, OH 45459(937) [email protected] of the aquatic management services we provide are: algae control, aquascaping, aquatic weed control, fish stocking, fountain and aerator sales and service, water clarification, consulting services, lake mapping and wetland services.


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Leader Promos | Booth: 324Conference PartnerRob Kelly, Account Director790 E. Johnstown RoadColumbus, OH 43230(614) [email protected] provide branded promotional products, uniforms and other marketing materials.

LeafFilter North, LLC | Booth: 2161595 Georgetown RoadHudson, OH 44236(800) [email protected] Gutter Protection

M.A.S.A. (Mid-America Sports Advantage) | Booth: 317Mike Schmitt, CEO1413 S Meridian Rd.Jasper, IN 47546(812) [email protected] field maintenance products - sports training aids - balls - uniforms

Madcap Puppets | Table: T10Sean Mette, Booking and Communications [email protected] Glenmore AvenueCincinnati, OH 45211(513) 921-5965www.madcappuppets.comMadcap Puppets is nationally recognized family entertainment that combines giant puppets, actors and original scripts that entertain and educate children.

Marco Clay/Chris Shane Company | Booth: 300Chris Shane, PresidentPO Box 752224Dayton, OH 45475(937) 885-5133chris@chrisshanecompany.comwww.chrisshanecompany.comBaseball and softball field mixes and conditioners, warning track materials, mound clay, field bricks and maintenance tools, playground and landscape mulches.

McGill Smith Punshon, Inc. | Booth: 707Jose Castrejon, ASLA, LEED AP, Vice President, Landscape Architecture & Planning3700 Park 42 Drive, Suite 190BCincinnati, OH 45241(513) [email protected] is a design firm composed of landscape architects, planners, architects, engineers and surveyors. We work with you, taking your ideas from concept to reality.

Midstates Recreation | Booths: 406,408,410,507,509 & 511Conference PartnerBlake Hobson, President5828 Zarley St., Suite BNew Albany, OH 43054(614) 855-3790blakeh@midstatesrecreation.comwww.midstatesrecreation.comAt Midstates Recreation we design, supply, and build inclusive recreational play and site structures.

Miracle Midwest | Booths: 624 & 725Conference PartnerDavid Tooley, Sales ManagerPO Box 130Holly, MI 48442(517) [email protected] outdoor recreational equipment and services including playground equipment, fabric/steel/wood shelters and gazebos, spray park equipment, site furnishings and amenities, athletic equipment, drinking fountains and safety surfacing options.

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Moody Nolan | Booth: 801Janet Jordan, Associate300 Spruce Street, Suite 300Columbus, OH 43215(614) [email protected] in Columbus, Moody Nolan is a national award winning design firm having planned and completed over 50 community recreation centers across the country.

MSA Sport, a division of MSA Design | Booth: 215Conference PartnerBill Baker, Principal316 W 4th St.Cincinnati, OH 45202(513) [email protected] Design/MSA Sport specialize in eight markets: Sport, Lifestyle, Corporate, Education, Government, Religious, Transportation and Branded Environments. The latest trends in each market transpose category lines, allowing design and planning advances for any project in any market.

MTD Products Company (dba Cub Cadet) | Booths: 804 & 806Jennifer Kucera, Professional Channel Manager5903 Grafton RoadValley City, OH 44280(330) [email protected] power equipment (e.g. utility vehicles, commercial zero turn mowers, hydro wide area walk mowers, commercial blowers)

Musco Sports Lighting | Booth: 210Conference PartnerJohn Kaufman, Sales Representative5900 Venture Dr., Suite BDublin, OH 43017(641) [email protected] has shaped the history of sports lighting since 1976. The company’s TLC for LED™ technology delivers unmatched light control, efficiency and reliability.

MyRec.com - Recreation Software | Booth: 100Colin Drury, Sales DirectorPO Box 302Killington, VT 05751(866) [email protected] management software that is fully webbased, intuitive and progressive for today’s parks and recreation professional.

National Alliance for Youth Sports | Table: T5Garrett Pearson, Member Services Coordinator2050 Vista ParkwayWest Palm Beach, FL 33411(561) [email protected] National Alliance for Youth Sports educates, equips and empowers youth sports leaders, volunteers and parents so all children can enjoy the lifelong benefits of sports.

NCSI SSCI Background Checks | Booth: 702Lauren Sloan, Parks & Recreation Specialist1853 Piedmont RoadMarietta, GA 30066(866) [email protected] helps cities and counties reach the gold standard when it comes to background checks.

Norwalk Concrete Industries | Booth: 617Scott Kinnamon, Sales80 Commerce DriveNorwalk, OH 44857(419) [email protected] manufacturer of restrooms, storage buildings, concessions and ping-pong tables.

O.P. Aquatics | Booth: 308Eric Stoyanoff, Vice President of Operations22350 Royalton Rd.Strongsville, OH 44149(440) [email protected] distributor of swimming pool and spa chemicals, equipment and supplies to make your water sparkle!

ODNR - Division of Wildlife | Table: T1Jen Dennison, Wildlife Education Coordinator2045 Morse Road, Bldg G1Columbus, OH 43229(614) [email protected] provide program materials, professional development and grants to parks and recreation departments to help them promote wildlife education and outdoor recreation opportunities.

Ohio Geese Control | Booth: 200Jeff Hower, Co-Owner3250 Nelson ParkRocky River, OH 44116(877) [email protected] humanely and effectively manage migratory bird populations, including geese and gulls delivering dramatic and timely results.

Ohio Plan | Booth: 205Jason Chapman, State Manager811 Madison Ave.Toledo, OH 43604(419) [email protected] Plan provides property and casualty coverage and risk management solutions to Ohio’s park districts. Ohio University | Table: T6Annie Frisoli, Associate Lecturer202 B McCracken HallAthens, OH 45701(740) [email protected]/education/Institute of higher education offering both undergraduate and graduate degrees within the field of recreation.

OhioDots/Dippin Dots | Booth: 405Jeff Otterbacher, Owner9105 Stone RoadLitchfield, OH 44253(330) [email protected] the opportunity for clients to sell Dippin Dots at their venues.

OHM Advisors | Booth: 206Mark Bockrath, Director of Planning & Urban Design580 N. 4th St., Suite 610Columbus, OH 43215(614) [email protected] is an award winning multi-disciplinary firm with planning, urban design, landscape architecture, architecture, engineering, surveying and construction engineering services.

OMNIA Partners | Booth: 423Susan Lux, Regional Manager, Ohio Valley840 Crescent Centre DriveFranklin, TN 37067(440) [email protected] Partners, through the economies of scale created by public sector subsidiaries, National IPA and U.S. Communities, is the largest and most experienced organization in purchasing and supply chain management. We bring together industry-leading buying power and suppliers to offer an extensive portfolio of competitively solicited and publicly awarded contracts.

Organized Chaos Music, LLC | Booth: 721Arica Pfirsch, Owner103 Wall St.Huron, OH 44839(419) 961-7189organizedchaosmusicllc@gmail.comwww.ocm-productions.comOCM represents several artists varying from singer songwriter, rock alternative, folk/indie and blues/jazz. OCM offers event services such as event management, production and organization.

Pannier Graphics | Booth: 705Robin Heddeaus, Vice President of Sales345 Oak RoadGibsonia, PA 15044(724) 265-4900 [email protected] is the leading manufacturer of premium outdoor panels, exhibit bases and frames.

ParkPlay Solutions, LLC | Booths: 500 & 601Greg Beck, President/OwnerPO Box 334Avon Lake, OH 44012(440) 394-2777sales@parkplaysolutions.comwww.parkplaysolutions.comPlayground designers/manufacturers and representative for Henderson Recreation Equipment: Themed Concepts Custom Play; Vista and Anova Furnishings; athletic/gymnasium equipment

Penchura, LLC | Booths: 110 & 211Conference PartnerJennifer VanDokkumburg, Marketing Manager889 S. Old US 23Brighton, MI 48114(810) [email protected] places an emphasis on providing great recreation space to communities. We partner with clients to provide fundraising opportunities and design ideas that promote play.

Play & Park Structures | Booth: 304Kevin Hindes, Recreation Consultant10 Old Clairton Road Suite 12A PMB-120Pittsburgh, PA 15236(412) 485-1660kevin.hindes@playandpark.comwww.playandpark.comCommercial playground equipment for ages 2-5 and 5-12 that encourages imagination while building key developmental skills.

POD Design | Booths: 714 & 815Steve Kolwicz, Principal100 Northwoods Blvd., Suite AColumbus, OH 43235(614) [email protected] strategic master planning, trail and greenway planning and design, site master plans, athletic parks, nature preserves, environmental learning centers, accessible playgrounds, nature play, aquatics facilities and general landscape design.

2019 OPRA CONFERENCE EXHIBITOR DIRECTORYPool Management Group | Booth: 319Jeff Blume, President3461 Mustafa Dr.Sharonville, OH 45241(937) 395-1444jeff.blume@poolmanagementgroup.comwww.cincinnati-pmg.comPool Management provides lifeguards, chemicals and daily pool operational services.

Power Equipment Distributors | Booths: 724 & 825Matt Miller, Territory Manager69250 Burke Dr.Richmond, MI 48062(330) [email protected] is a distributor of premium outdoor power equipment and parts to dealers in nine states.

Precision Concrete Cutting | Table: T11Al Schwecke, President640B Lakeview Plaza BlvdWorthington, OH 43085(513) [email protected] trip hazard repair company.

Rain Drop Products, LLC | Booth: 700Greg Holt, Project Manager2121 Cottage StreetAshland, OH 44805(419) [email protected] Drop Products offers a full line of water play equipment including above and below ground sprays, slides and structures.

Ready Field Solutions LLC | Booth: 103Kelly Kall, Mulch & Playground Admin1240 Ethan AvenueStreetsboro, OH 44241(330) [email protected] of certified playground chips, landscape mulch and soil. Blower service. Erosion control service and products: hydroseed, silt fence, soil sab., filter sock, etc.

RecDesk | Booth: 814Juliette DeTemple, Business Development & Sales300 Plaza MiddlesexMiddletown, CT 06457(203) [email protected] is cloud-based recreation software that radically simplifies the way recreation organizations work with and manage the information that is important to them.

ReCPro Software | Booth: 403Carlos Windholz, Sales Representative35807 Moravian Dr.Clinton Twp, MI 48035(586) 469-4200 [email protected] Software offers a complete recreation management system that offers cloud hosted or server based options.

Redi-Rock Structures of OKI | Booth: 307Josh Turton, Business Development11966 Taylor Mill Rd.Independence, KY 41051(513) 965-9221jturton@redi-rockstructures.comwww.redi-rockstructures.comBig block retaining walls with decorative rock texture facing.

Redwood Hospitality Resources | Booth: 622Scott Nail, President100 E. Campus View Blvd., Suite 250Columbus, OH 43235(800) [email protected] contract concession management and consulting services exclusively to municipal parks and recreation departments.

RenoSys Corporation | Booth: 708Jason Mart, CEO2825 E. 55th PlaceIndianapolis, IN 46220(800) [email protected] pool renovation and new construction products.

Rice’s Landscapes Redefined | Booth: 402Bryan Rice, President1651 55th St. NENorth Canton, OH 44721(330) [email protected] provide playground mulch blowing service, where we can provide certified playground mulch and provide the installation.

RoofConnect Logistics, Inc. | Booth: 625Steve Heidorf, Regional Account Manager44 Grant 65Sheridan, AR 72150(877) [email protected] services provider with multiple cooperative contracts, providing you with best in class contractors and streamlined processes at pre-negotiated pricing.

Rookie Sports Club, LLC | Booth: 620Amanda Slutsky, Owner1105 Nine Iron Drive, Apt. 1706Akron, OH 44312(330) 203-8929coachamanda@rookiesportsclub.comwww.rookiesportsclub.comYouth/Preschool, Recreational Sports Classes/Programs, Clinics and Camps

Rozzi Inc./Rozzis’ Famous Fireworks | Booth: 309Joe Rozzi, Vice President118 Karl Brown WayLoveland, OH 45140(513) [email protected] display

Rubbermaid Commercial Products | Booth: 619Brenda Viviano, Account Manager31820 Woodbridge WayAvon Lake, OH 44012(216) 217-3626brenda.viviano@newellco.comwww.elaunch.rubbermaidcommercial.comJanitorial/material handling/recycling

Rusty Oak Nursery LTD | Booth: 109Joe Vasel, Sales ManagerPO Box 436Valley City, OH 44280(330) [email protected] of trees, shrubs, perennials and ornamental grasses.

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Schorr Architects, Inc. | Booth: 510Conference PartnerLarry Rancour, Sr. Project Manager230 Bradenton Ave.Dublin, OH 43017(614) [email protected]% of all work is for public buildings. Over 85% of projects are for repeat clients. We are proud to be actively involved with projects that directly benefit area communities.

SCORE Sports | Booth: 607726 E. Anaheim StreetWilmington, CA 90744(800) [email protected] apparel, uniforms and sports equipment

Service Supply LTD., Inc. | Booth: 817Alan Kletecka, Sales Manager1610 Lancaster Ave.Reynoldsburg, OH 40368(614) [email protected] represent Playcraft Systems, playground equipment - Dumor Inc. - site amenities - skate park equipment - shade structures - shelters - outdoor bleachers

Snider Recreation | Booths: 610 & 711Conference PartnerJames Snider, President10139 Royalton Road, Suite KNorth Royalton, OH 44133(440) [email protected] Recreation, Inc. provides the park and recreation community

with playground equipment, trash receptacles, benches, bike racks, boat docks, bleachers, outdoor fitness equipment, sports and athletic equipment. We can provide inspections, layout, design, installation and will consult with you on safety, accessibility and age appropriateness.

SoL Harris/Day Architecture | Booth: 716Melinda Scalfaro, Partner - Director of Sustainability6677 Frank Ave NWNorth Canton, OH 44720(330) [email protected] are a 25 person architecture and design firm specializing in education, corporate and recreational design.

Spear Corporation | Booth: 104Sam Blake, Vice President of Business Development12966 North CR 50 WestRoachdale, IN 46172(765) [email protected] aquatics is our specialty. Our customers continue to count on us for the level of excellence that is the foundation of our business. Your water is our world!

Spohn Ranch Skateparks | Booth: 208Jeff Stern, Sales Manager6824 S. Centinela Ave.Los Angeles, CA 90230(626) [email protected] and construction of modern skateparks worldwide - artfully blending street and transition.

SportMaster | Booth: 704Jeff Gearhart, Director SportMaster2520 S. Campbell StreetSandusky, OH 44870

(419) [email protected]% acrylic sport surfacing materials for tennis courts, basketball courts, roller hockey and more.

SportsMan SQL by Peak Software Systems | Booth: 824Jordan Walker, Director of Sales45 West 9000 South, Suite 2Sandy, UT 84070(801) 572-3570 [email protected] is the easiest, most effective parks and recreation software with the team to back it up.

Stageline Mobile Stage Inc. | Booth: 421Raymond Belanger, Sales Rep.700 MarsolaisL’Assomption, QC Canada J5W 2G9(450) 589-1063 [email protected] of mobile hydraulic stages - sales and rentals.

SuperGames | Booths: 606 & 608Zach Wells, Sales Manager535B Lakeview Plaza Blvd.Worthington, OH 43085(614) [email protected] bring people together to share fun, positive experiences. With a focus on special events, SuperGames offers the best activities, staffing and service in the industry! Our skilled event planning team will ensure every part of the event goes smoothly.


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Techline Sports Lighting | Booth: 505Mike Helton, Regional Sales Manager15303 Storm DriveAustin, TX 78734(512) [email protected] LED sports lighting solutions

Thorguard, Inc. | Booth: 720Brad Reid, Territory Representative1193 Sawgrass Corporate ParkwaySunrise, FL 33323(954) [email protected] of lightning prediction and warning systems, as well as provider of weather services.

The Thrasher Group | Table T7Greg Byrer, RLA, Site Project Manager 400 3rd St SECanton, OH 44702(330) 491-8170gbyrer@thethrashergroup.comwww.thethrashergroup.comThrasher is a multi-disciplinary firm with 35 years of experience delivering professional and technical services to public agencies and private clients including: engineering, planning and construction phase services.

ThruFlow Inc. | Booths: 701 & 703Dennis Kjeldsen, Sales Manager700 Gillard St.Wallaceburg, ON Canada N8A 4L3(519) [email protected] Inc. provides a lightweight, durable open surface decking panel that provides for hours of entertainment and access to land and

water and protects natural habitat.

Tyler Technologies | Booth: 305Rob Della Marna, Senior Product Specialist1 Tyler DriveYarmouth, ME 04096(888) 529-8248 [email protected] with an insider’s understanding of the public sector market, Tyler Technologies’ comprehensive and easy-to-use software and service solutions empower people who serve the public.

UltraSound Special Events Inc. | Booths: 310 & 411Conference PartnerKevin Wieging, PresidentPO Box 163Delphos, OH 45833(419) [email protected] Special Events Inc. provides premier interactive entertainment concepts and event planning. Items available include inflatable attractions, interactive events, equipment rental and event concepts for all ages.

United States Tennis Association Midwest Section | Booth: 306Jim Amick, Director of Sales1310 East 96th St., Suite 100Indianapolis, IN 46240(317) [email protected] USTA/Midwest Section mission is to promote, develop and service the game of tennis; focusing on competitive and recreational programs for individuals of all ages and skill levels.

Ventrac | Booths: 418, 420, 422, 424, 519, 521, 523 & 525Rick Baker, Sales Manager9035 Freeway DriveMacedonia, OH 44056(330) [email protected] is an Ohio manufacturer of utility tractors and attachments.

Vermont Systems, Inc. | Booth: 506Kathy Messier, Sales Admin12 Market PlaceEssex Junction, VT 05452(877) [email protected] Systems provides premier recreation and parks management software solutions with unparalleled support. RecTrac is a fully integrated, browser based, recreation management system.

Vortex Aquatic Structures Intl. | Booths: 400 & 501Mike McGilbra, Sales Executive1420 Valwood Parkway, #205Carrollton, TX 75006(877) [email protected] play solutions

Wickcraft Boardwalks | Booth: 719Naomi Bloomer, Regional Sales Director2317 Daniels St.Madison, WI 53718(608) [email protected] Boardwalks is a manufacturer of prefabricated structural steel boardwalk solutions. It’s what’s underneath that matters!


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Willandale Golf Cart Sales | Booth: 504Greg Holmes, Sales111 North Wooster Ave.Strasburg, OH 44680(330) [email protected] Carts/Textron Off Road/Cushman Utility

Williams Architects | Booth: 220Karen Lellios, Director of Marketing20 S. Third Street, Suite 210Columbus, OH 43215(614) 324-3413ktlellios@williams-architects.comwww.williams-architects.comWilliams Architects | Aquatics has been a recognized leader in sports, recreation and aquatic architecture. Our firm serves a wide range of clients as diverse as our projects and has developed a strong client base and executed a variety of successful projects in both the public and private sector.

Wilson Bohannan Padlock Co. | Booth: 202Craig Stone, VP Sales621 Buckeye St.Marion, OH 43302(800) [email protected] Wilson Bohannan Padlock Company has been manufacturing solid brass weatherproof padlocks since 1860. Padlocks are available keyed alike, keyed different and master keyed.

Woodland Mulch LLC | Booth: 217Ian Coblentz, Manager2569 Kidron Rd.Orrville, OH 44667(330) [email protected] Mulch specializes in certified playground mulch.

Woolpert | Booth: 106Dana McDonough, Marketing Manager4454 Idea Center Blvd.Dayton, OH 45430(937) [email protected] Woolpert Team provides architectural, landscape architectural and planning services to leisure clients. In the past 30 years, we have completed over 1,500 park and recreation design projects.

Wooster Products Inc. | Booth: 101Terry Fitzpatrick, Sales & Marketing Manager1000 Spruce StreetWooster, OH 44691(330) 264-2844terry@wooster-products.comwww.woosterproducts.comManufacturer of safety stair treads, thresholds and walkway products including cast aluminum, iron and extruded aluminum nosings and treads, coatings and nonslip tapes.

Zambelli Fireworks | Booth: 706John Greer, Project Manager120 Marshall DrWarrendale, PA 15086(513) 478-6475johngreer@zambellifireworks.comwww.zambellifireworks.comOne of the nation’s largest display fireworks vendors. Zambelli - The First Family of Fireworks!

Zeager Bros., Inc. | Booth: 203Scott Merchlinski, Assistant Sales Manager4000 E. Harrisburg PikeMiddletown, PA 17057(800) [email protected] in the industry to offer engineered wood products for playgrounds, Zeager is still the standard by which all others are measured.


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