Seed Your Future has announced a partnership with the Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association (FNGLA) to introduce a reimagined career fair experience at the Tropical Plant International Expo (TPIE). The refreshed program is designed to connect students and educators with real-world opportunities across the green industry through immersive, on-the-show-floor engagement.
"FNGLA and Seed Your Future are both committed to opening doors for the next generation," said Jazmin Albarran, executive director of Seed Your Future. "By learning about new opportunities, meeting industry professionals face to face, and seeing the work happening on the show floor, students will gain a clearer picture of where their passions can take them."
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As part of this partnership, Seed Your Future will deliver a refreshed career fair schedule that blends structured programming with hands-on exploration. Students and educators will take part in a series of guided activities designed to introduce them to the people and professions shaping the green industry. The experience will begin with introductions to TPIE and the career fair led by FNGLA leadership, followed by group scavenger hunts that guide participants to more than 30 exhibitor booths on the show floor. Participants will also have time for self-led visits with exhibitors, allowing for deeper exploration of specific careers and companies that match their interests.
"The 2026 TPIE Career Fair marks a new chapter in how industry and education can come together to showcase the future of horticulture," said Merry Mott, director of certifications and career development at FNGLA. "This event gives students a chance to make meaningful industry connections and discover the many opportunities waiting for them."
The career fair will take place at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, on Friday, January 23rd, from 10 am to 1 pm, with the option to re-enter the show after lunch for self-guided exploration.
For more information:
Seed Your Future
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www.seedyourfuture.org
