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Pioneer Landscape Centers Acquires Grand Materials & Supply in First Transaction of 2018 Pioneer Landscape Centers, a landscape and hardscape materials supply destination in the United States, announced the acquisition of Grand Materials & Supply in the company’s first transaction of the year. Founded in 1986, Grand Materials & Supply is an Arizona-based distribution company that operates six stores across the Phoenix area. The acquisition solidifies Pioneer Landscape Centers as the largest full-service materials supplier (retail, contractor, wholesale, and commercial) in Arizona, and is part of Pioneer’s plan to expand its presence in Colorado, Arizona and other new markets.
HARDSCAPE NORTH AMERICA 2018 OPENS REGISTRATION
New Wednesday show hours, a keynote speaker and VIP pass add value to the largest hardscape industry event. Registration for the hardscape industry’s largest trade show, Hardscape North America (HNA), is now open. Organizers have announced new show hours, big name speakers, a VIP education pass and more. Set for October 17 -19, 2018 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky, HNA continues to grow in attendance, reaching record numbers in 2017 with 2018 expected to be even larger. As a result of the show’s continued growth, a new format will be implemented, allowing all industry members to attend the show on Wednesday. The indoor show floor will open exclusively for dealers, retailers and the media at 12 p.m. on Wednesday. Then, beginning at 3 p.m., the entire industry will be invited to visit the indoor exhibits and enjoy a welcome reception on the show floor
Grand Materials & Supply acts as a complement to Pioneer Landscape Center’s current hardscapes, landscapes and outdoor living market by focusing on residential distribution of landscaping products and construction materials. With expertise in stone and related offerings, the newly acquired company sells a full suite of products ranging from outdoor lighting, pavers, cement products, decorative rock and more. The combination of two companies enhances Pioneer’s presence in the Arizona residential market and augments the customer experience by bringing a multitude of products and services together under one roof.
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from 5 to 7 p.m. The indoor exhibits and Outdoor Demonstration Area will be open Thursday and Friday for all industry members. Dr. Robert Ballard, the oceanographer and former U.S. Navy officer who discovered the Titanic wreckage, will deliver two keynote sessions on Wednesday. Ballard has a passion for the last great uncharted territory, and will entertain and motivate attendees while sharing his practical approach to team building and execution. His presentation for dealers, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., is sponsored by STIHL Inc. and BOBCAT, and his keynote for contractors, 1:30 - 3 p.m., is sponsored by JOHN DEERE. These sessions are included with trade show registration. Attendees interested in the education component of HNA can save money by purchasing the new HNA VIP Pass. This admission upgrade gives the attendee open access to seven conference sessions and six live hardscape demonstrations—a $400 value. The cost of the pass is $189 for ICPI/NCMA/BIA members or $229 for non-members, in addition to trade show admission. The Hardscape Demonstrations will have a new format and presenter this year. Award-winning hardscape consultant Frank Bourque and his team will lead six sessions on how to install hardscapes around pools and water features. Each one-hour demonstration offers 1 CE hour for ICPI Certified Installers. www.greenindustrypros.com/12412816
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“Acquiring Grand Materials & Supply strengthens our position in the southwest, specifically within residential areas in the Arizona market,” said Sagi Cohen, CEO of Pioneer Landscape Centers.
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