The Industry Impact Award celebrates an exhibition or trade show that has demonstrably changed, influenced, or significantly contributed to the growth and advancement of the industry it serves.
The judges praised GroundsFest for its genuine connection to its audience and the positive change it continues to deliver.
Feedback included:
“The event really has its ‘roots’ in its target audience and is making a significant impact on the industry.”
“Support for their audience extends beyond the focus of business needs. The GroundsFest Academy is a great initiative, which shows a forward-thinking strategy of impacting the next generation.”
“This event clearly demonstrates support for its community. Measurable impact delivered and fantastic feedback received.”
Judges were particularly impressed by the fact that profits from the show are reinvested back into the industry.
That commitment is brought to life through the GroundsFest Academy, an educational initiative designed to give back to the industry by providing free training and development opportunities for professionals and volunteers alike. The Academy offers hands-on workshops, expert-led seminars, and interactive demonstrations.
Christopher Bassett, event director of GroundsFest, said: “It’s great to see we’re making a difference. When we launched the show, we wanted to create something that genuinely supported the industry - not just for today, but for the future. GroundsFest, and the Academy, are about helping to put the industry on the map, providing opportunities for learning, and inspiring the next generation of professionals to come through.”
