SALTEX: A Professional Showcase with Geoff Webb
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Chris Biddle is in conversation with Geoff Webb, the Chief Executive of the Grounds Management Exhibition (GMA). The episode spotlights the GMA's upcoming SALTEX trade exhibition, highlighting its significance to the turf management industry.
First, they pay tribute to Derek Walder, rightly referred to as Mr SALTEX. Now in his late 80s, Derek is retiring this year having worked on and managed 42 editions of the trade show.
Geoff talks about the ongoing evolution of the show and its role in connecting important stakeholders from government bodies, leading sporting bodies and influential buyers to suppliers and those working in an increasingly important sector.
The discussion also touches on the increasing pressures faced by grounds teams as the demands of modern sports grow, emphasizing the need for adequate resources and support for these professionals. With a focus on innovation and education, this episode showcases how the GMA and SALTEX continues to be a pivotal platform for the industry's future.
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Grounds Management Association (GMA)
Inside Agri-Turf is produced, edited and published by Chris Biddle chris.biddle@btinternet.com
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