Waterwise Collaboration: Bridging the Gap in Irrigation Practices for Resilient Water Management
June 10, 2025 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ET
ASLA Florida Members: $25 | Non-Members: $35 | Student: $10
Learning Objectives:
Continuing Education:
This session will provide 1 CEC through DBPR and LACES.
**Please be sure to provide your LA license number in your registration if you want to receive credit.**
Meet the Speakers:
Stefan Bortak, PLA,CPIC,ASIC,CID
Bortak.Design
Stefan Bortak, PLA, CPIC, CID is a Florida Registered Landscape Architect and Certified Professional Irrigation Consultant with two decades of expertise in irrigation design, water conservation, and landscape architecture. As the founder of Bortak.Design, he leads innovative and environmentally responsible projects spanning parks, urban streetscapes, transportation corridors, and community master plans. His expertise in sustainable irrigation strategies and water management has contributed to the success of numerous large-scale developments, ensuring a balance between efficiency and ecological stewardship. Stefan serves on the Board of Directors for the American Society of Irrigation Consultants and is an active leader within the Water Conservation Professional Practice Network of the American Society of Landscape Architects.
Julie Zigler, ASLA,CID,CLIA
Hunter Industries, Inc.
Julie Zigler has been in the landscape architecture and irrigation industry for over 30 years. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture from Colorado State University and brings a broad range of experience to her work, including time spent at landscape architecture firms, leading an irrigation consulting firm, managing sales for an irrigation distributor, and teaching irrigation design at multiple universities.
Julie currently serves as the Specification Sales Manager for the Florida region at Hunter Industries, a role she has held since January 2020. Based in St. Pete Beach, she works closely with landscape architects across the state to promote efficient irrigation products and best management practices.
A dedicated member of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) since her college days, Julie previously represented the Indiana ASLA Chapter as Secretary, Vice President, and President. In her current role with the Florida Chapter, she contributes to leadership and membership development, helping make it one of the most vibrant chapters in the country.
Julie is passionate about building programs and educational opportunities that support landscape architecture and improve quality of life through thoughtful design. Her commitment to growing membership and connecting professionals is driven by her belief in designing, preserving, and enhancing livable communities.
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Please join the Palm Beach / Treasure Coast Section and the Emerging Professionals for a Sketch Walk sponsored by Playmore.
Time & Duration:
June 14th, 10am -1:30pm
ASLA Florida 2025 Annual Conference & Expo
Ponte Vedra Beach | July 15 - 17
Our 2025 Annual Conference + Expo theme for Ponte Vedra Beach is Nature's Course: Finding Balance in Changing Tides. This theme emphasizes the vital role of landscape architects as creative thought leaders in addressing the dynamic relationship between ecology, economy, and community. As these forces shift and often conflict, design and advocacy becomes a powerful tool for finding balance. Through innovative approaches, landscape architects are uniquely positioned to guide the transformation of our environments, ensuring a sustainable and balanced future that respects natural systems while meeting human needs. This conference will explore strategies for fostering resilient, thriving communities that respond to the challenges of our changing world. Sessions will explore innovative skillsets, techniques, ideas, materials, technology, approaches, and lessons learned to move landscape architects forward and create lasting connections.
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If you are an ASLA Member in a different state, please reach out to info@aslaflorida.org for the registration code!
About the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa
1000 Tournament Players Club Blvd
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, 32082
Cut Off Date: June 20, 2025
Book your room in the ASLA Florida Room Block!
An unforgettable getaway awaits you at Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort and Spa. Ideally situated in Ponte Vedra Beach, just a short distance from Jacksonville, our resort is right next door to the famed TPC Sawgrass golf club. We're pleased to offer exclusive privileges with the golf complex, play a round and take a lesson while you're here. Gorgeously designed rooms, suites and family-friendly villas boast every imaginable comfort, and many feature balconies or terraces. In addition to being steps from TPC Sawgrass, the resort also showcases four sparkling pools and pampering treatments at the Sawgrass Spa. Take a short complimentary shuttle ride to our oceanfront Cabana Beach Club, which offers direct access to Ponte Vedra Beach. Delicious local fare is on the menu at our seven resort restaurants and lounges. For those hosting events near Jacksonville, our 90,000+ square feet of accessible indoor/outdoor venue space and superb planning and catering services make us a memorable destination for any gathering.
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
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Questions?
Please reach out to info@aslaflorida.org
Join us for our 2025 Annual Conference + Expo, July 15th - July 17th at the beautiful Sawgrass Marriott.
Exhibit Booths are SOLD OUT!
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Exhibitor Schedule:
Monday, July 14
Tuesday, July 15
Wednesday, July 16
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MISSION STATEMENT
CONTACT US
ASLA FLORIDA P.O. Box 841 Pensacola, FL 32591 Office: 850.480.7332
Email: info@aslaflorida.org