Swing into the New Year!
Thursday, January 16, 2025
5:30 PM to 8:00PM
Join us for a night of free golf, food and drinks sponsored by ELA! Attendance is limited, so register today!
The Forefront of Climate Resilient Planning & Design on Florida’s Frontlines January 22, 2025 | 10:00 - 11:00 AM ET ASLA Southeast Region Members: $25 Non-Members: $35 Three subject matter experts with diverse interdisciplinary backgrounds and decades of collective experience working at ground-zero for climate change impacts will share their latest insights and success stories from their respective communities of Jacksonville, Tampa Bay and Miami. Presenters will highlight state policies, grant funding programs, and planning strategies that have supported advances in coastal resilience. The presenters will weave a common thread of intentional adaptation that connects and supports the collective efforts across the State of Florida. For ASLA members in Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina, you have been added as a member in our database. Once on our website, select log in and forgot password. Reset your password for ASLA Florida and you will have access to the ASLA Member Rate of $25. Credits: DBPR - 1 Credit Hour – Optional | LACES - 1 Credit Hour DBPR Course #: Pending
January 22, 2025 | 10:00 - 11:00 AM ET
ASLA Southeast Region Members: $25
Non-Members: $35
Three subject matter experts with diverse interdisciplinary backgrounds and decades of collective experience working at ground-zero for climate change impacts will share their latest insights and success stories from their respective communities of Jacksonville, Tampa Bay and Miami. Presenters will highlight state policies, grant funding programs, and planning strategies that have supported advances in coastal resilience. The presenters will weave a common thread of intentional adaptation that connects and supports the collective efforts across the State of Florida.
For ASLA members in Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina, you have been added as a member in our database. Once on our website, select log in and forgot password. Reset your password for ASLA Florida and you will have access to the ASLA Member Rate of $25.
Credits: DBPR - 1 Credit Hour – Optional | LACES - 1 Credit Hour
DBPR Course #: Pending
Meet Our Speakers: Anne Coglianese City of Jacksonville Anne Coglianese is the Chief Resilience Officer for the City of Jacksonville, FL. In this capacity, Anne leads the development of resilience initiatives to ensure Jacksonville can adapt and thrive in the face of acute shocks and chronic stresses brought on by climate change. Anne’s previous experience also includes serving at the White House Council on Environmental Quality, where she participated in the development of climate adaptation and resilience policies to meet the Obama Administration’s resilience goals. Brain Cook, PLA Applied Sciences Brian Cook is a landscape architect with 20 years of experience as a consultant and educator. He has worked on public and private projects throughout the United States, including community and campus design, municipal buildings, streets and public spaces. In addition to project design, Brian’s recent work has recently been focused on coastal resiliency, sea-level rise, and methods for incorporating landscape systems in urban development. Christian Kamrath, CFM Miami-Dade County Christian Kamrath serves as the Resilience Program Manager of the Adaptation Team for Miami-Dade County’s Office Resilience where he leads interdisciplinary work on sea level rise and flooding policy, risk assessments and community-based adaptation planning. He is responsible for the continued implementation of the County’s first Sea Level Rise Strategy (2021). Hosted By:
Meet Our Speakers:
Anne Coglianese
City of Jacksonville
Anne Coglianese is the Chief Resilience Officer for the City of Jacksonville, FL. In this capacity, Anne leads the development of resilience initiatives to ensure Jacksonville can adapt and thrive in the face of acute shocks and chronic stresses brought on by climate change. Anne’s previous experience also includes serving at the White House Council on Environmental Quality, where she participated in the development of climate adaptation and resilience policies to meet the Obama Administration’s resilience goals.
Brain Cook, PLA
Applied Sciences
Brian Cook is a landscape architect with 20 years of experience as a consultant and educator. He has worked on public and private projects throughout the United States, including community and campus design, municipal buildings, streets and public spaces. In addition to project design, Brian’s recent work has recently been focused on coastal resiliency, sea-level rise, and methods for incorporating landscape systems in urban development.
Christian Kamrath, CFM
Miami-Dade County
Christian Kamrath serves as the Resilience Program Manager of the Adaptation Team for Miami-Dade County’s Office Resilience where he leads interdisciplinary work on sea level rise and flooding policy, risk assessments and community-based adaptation planning. He is responsible for the continued implementation of the County’s first Sea Level Rise Strategy (2021).
Hosted By:
Please join Jana Tyrer and Sheryl Sinclair for a nature walk at Green Cay Nature Center and Wetlands. The event will feature a personalized tour of the 100-acre preserve, fun and lunch.
Saturday, February 1st, 2025 | 9:30am – 1pm
Explore San Juan: A Journey with ASLA Florida
February 6-8, 2025
$50 Members | $75 Non Members | $25 Local PR ASLA Members
Join ASLA Florida for an exciting exploration of Puerto Rico, where we'll highlight the incredible work of our ASLA members and the vibrant beauty of the island. During this event, we'll tour a variety of stunning locations, including rooftops, welcome centers, and parks, to experience firsthand the innovative designs shaping Puerto Rico’s landscape.
What's Included:
What's Not Included:
Come discover the beauty of Puerto Rico and connect with fellow professionals in this unforgettable experience!
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Event Schedule:
Thursday
6:00 – 7:30 PM: ASLA in Puerto Rico Welcome Reception
Friday
Breakfast and lunch on own
3:00 – 4:00 PM: Old San Juan Walking Tour (CEC Pending)
5:00 – 6:30 PM: Cuartel be Ballajá Roof Top Tour (CEC Pending)
Dinner on own after the tour
Saturday
Breakfast on own
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Meet at 9:00 AM for transportation to the El Yunque Visitor Center (1.5 CEC)
Tour Information:
Thursday, 6:00 PM - Welcome Reception at Colegio - 225 C. del Parque, San Juan, 00912, Puerto Rico
Friday, 5:00 PM - Cuartel de Ballajá Tour - Calle Norzagaray, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico
Saturday, 9:00 AM - El Yunque Visitor Center - PR-191, Río Grande, 00745, Puerto Rico
Are you interested in sponsoring this exciting journey?
Check out the sponsor categories!
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Gold Sponsor - $750
Welcome Reception Sponsor - $500
Tour Sponsor - $250
Bus Sponsor - $150
Palacio Provincial San Juan, Curio Collection by Hilton
103 San Francisco Street, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico
El Colonial Hotel
#312 C. de San Francisco, San Juan, 00901
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Condado Palm Inn San Juan, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
55 Condado Ave, San Juan, 00907, Puerto Rico
105, 3529 Avenida José de Diego, San Juan, San Juan, 00911
What to Bring:
LARE Review: Florida Section
Monday, February 24th | 2:00 - 3:30 PM ET
The Florida Chapter LARE Review is a one-and-a-half-hour on-line webinar presentation. The review session will cover the following topics of study for the Florida Section, Section F, exam: Florida plant materials, environmental characteristics, environmental and development regulations, the Florida Landscape Architecture Practice Act and associated laws and administrative codes.
Please find the link to the live event in your confirmation email. We provide a practice test and copies of the review material!
Meet The Speakers:
Amy Morie, ASLA
Amy is principal of Mulberry Hill Studio. Graduating from the University of Southern California, BLA, and University of Florida, MLA, Amy worked in Los Angeles and surrounding areas with firms such as Mia Leher and Associates, Amigos de Los Rios, and others developing knowledge of design, construction documentation and project management. A Florida native, she returned to Florida and worked for UF’s Extension Service before starting Mulberry Hill, a landscape architecture and education firm focused on regenerative solutions for land, water, and the life it supports. She is an elected supervisor for the Bradford Soil and Water Conservation District and serves on the board of the Friends of Florida State Parks. Amy currently serves on ASLA Florida’s Executive Committee as the Member-at-Large for Education.
Mike Prevost, ASLA
Michael Prevost is a CLARB Certified landscape architect and LEED Accredited Professional specializing in the design of large-scale irrigation systems for other landscape architects and developers. Mike graduated with a BLA from Mississippi State University, and Master of City Planning degree from The University of Memphis. Mike has been an instructor for many years for FC ASLA, GCSAA, FIS and the IA, and has a broad knowledge of the environments of Florida, and the processes and procedures to practice landscape architecture in the State.
Conservation of natural resources, and large project design management have long been parts of Mike’s professional practice.
ASLA Florida Annual Golf Tournament
May 9, 2025 | 8:30 AM Shotgun Start | Reunion Resort & Golf Club
Join us for our Annual Golf Tournament on May 9th! Proceeds support the ASLA Florida Student Chapter engagement.
The Golf Tournament will be held at Reunion Resort & Golf Club. The Tournament will begin at 8:30 AM and lunch will be served after the tournament. We have an exciting day lined up for you, don't miss out!
Click here to view the sponsorship opportunities!
Tournament Pricing:
Individual Games:
2025 ASLA Florida Gala:
Tropics Under the Stars
We invite you to join us to celebrate and honor the outstanding projects, members and colleagues of ASLA Florida! Join us for an elegant night on the red carpet where we will recognize and celebrate our profession with awards, dinner and dancing!
Event Details:
We will kick off the festivities at 5:30 pm with a lively happy hour, followed by dinner. Throughout the evening, we'll shine a spotlight on our design award-winning projects and celebrate the remarkable achievements of our ASLA Florida Members and colleagues!
Reunion Resort & Golf Club
7593 Gathering Drive, Kissimmee, FL 34747
Dress code: Cocktail Attire
Schedule of Events:
8:30 a.m. - Annual Golf Tournament - Register Here!
Sponsorship:
Sponsorship opportunities are available for the ASLA Florida Golf & Awards Gala. Check out the sponsorship opportunities for both events!
ASLA Florida Awards Gala Sponsorship Opportunities
Nearby Hotels:
The ASLA Florida 2025 Annual Conference & Expo
Ponte Vedra Beach | July 15 - 17
Our 2025 Annual Conference + Expo theme for Ponte Vedra Beach is currently in the works! We can't wait to share it with you soon!
Registration Opening in fall 2024!
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
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/jaxsw-sawgrass-marriott-golf-resort-and-spa/overview/"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"
- Sawgrass Marriott Hotel
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.
Click Here to learn more about Sponsorship Opportunities!
Exhibitor Schedule:
Detail Schedule Coming in Early 2025. Exhibit Hall will be open Tuesday and Wednesday.
Additional Important Exhibitor Information:
The 6'x6' and 10'x10' booths receive 2 Expo Hall Passes. The 15x15 booths are only available to our Annual Partners. For more information, contact info@aslaflorida.org. Booth Assignments will be completed in March 2025.
The 6'x6' and 10'x10' booths receive 2 Expo Hall Passes.
The 15x15 booths are only available to our Annual Partners. For more information, contact info@aslaflorida.org.
Booth Assignments will be completed in March 2025.
MISSION STATEMENT
CONTACT US
ASLA FLORIDA P.O. Box 841 Pensacola, FL 32591 Office: 850.480.7332
Email: info@aslaflorida.org