Paula Sliefert-Sports Field Managers Associations CEO

James Brosnan- University Of Tennessee

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2456352/fan_mail/new] Jon and Jeff host Dr. James Brosnan Professor at the University of Tennessee.  They talk about Jim's research and his ties to Penn State as well as sharing some of the his great moments in Turf.

Bryn Takle-Helena Agri-Science

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2456352/fan_mail/new] Jeff and Jon host Bryn Takle Helena Agri Itelligence Agronomist.  They discuss everything from new products to life to Kansas City BBQ! A must listen to episode to learn more about new products and the value of getting the most out of the products you choose.  Once again technology becomes a huge part of the discussion.

Jessica Richards-Corporate Training and Development, Helena

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2456352/fan_mail/new] Jon and Jeff have Jessica Richards join them on this episode to talk leadership.  A breakdown of different leadership styles and how to become a more effective leaders of the employees you get to work with.

Alpha Jones, CSFM

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2456352/fan_mail/new] Jeff and John introduce Alpha, who is currently the supervisor of the West Campus Landscape Team at Duke Chapel and president of the Sports Field Managers Association (SFMA). Alpha shares his background, including his time as a groundskeeper for the Fayetteville Woodpeckers and his current role at Duke. They discuss Alpha's leadership goals for SFMA, focusing on connecting with chapters and improving member engagement. The conversation also touches on Alpha's personal philosophy of continuous improvement and his approach to leadership and daily life.

Paula Sliefert-Sports Field Managers Associations CEO

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2456352/fan_mail/new] Paula joins Jon and Jeff to share some insights into her new role as the CEO of the National Sports Field Managers Association.  Fresh off of a leg of her listening tour, to receive feedback from the membership.  She chats about the challenges and opportunities ahead for her and the Board of Directors.