SMARTCON 2024 – GIVE YOUR BUSINESS A TEXAS-SIZED BOOST!
Weathermatic is excited to extend an invitation to you for our 3rd Annual Premier Partner Summit: SmartCon – Providing Your Business with a Texas-Sized Boost! This exclusive Premier Partner experience is truly unparalleled. Gear up for three days filled with dynamic sessions meticulously crafted to reveal the boundless potential of SmartLink for your business.
At SmartCon, business owners, executives, operations managers, account/maintenance managers, and irrigation professionals will come together to:
🔍 Master Accountability
🚀 Scale Your Business
📈 Optimize Performance
💡 Diagnose Like a Pro
🌐 Embrace Technology
🧰 Perfect Programming
📝 Best SOPs
💼 Portfolio Management
🔍 Inspection Insights
Saddle up with us to wrangle today’s challenges and rope in the opportunities of tomorrow. Get set to boost your business to new horizons at SmartCon 2024!
SMARTCON 2024 SPONSORS
Centralized access to your data and real-time visibility into your margins equip you to make proactive, informed decisions that enable your business to grow and thrive. Learn more.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Full access to all Education Tracks
- Optional – Exclusive CEO/Owner-Only Tracks
- Spanish Technical Training Available
- Texas Welcome Reception on Monday Evening
- All Meals throughout Tuesday
- Memorable Country Roads Dinner & Concert at a Historic Austin Location
- Renowned Concert Performance
- Breakfast on Wednesday Morning
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Education Tracks: Technical & Executive Business
- Hands-On Learning
- Interactive Group Discussions and Knowledge Exchange
- Social Events and Networking Opportunities
| REGISTER BY | RATE | |
| EARLY BIRD RATE | Available until December 15, 2023 |
$649 pp |
| STANDARD RATE | December 16, 2023 through February 1, 2024 | $699 pp |
Save $50 per person when you register 3+ attendees
AGENDA
| FEBRUARY 19, 2024 |
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| 11:00 - 1:00 pm | REGISTRATION | TEXAS CORRIDOR |
| 1:00 - 1:30 pm | WELCOME SESSION – LEX MASON & JARED RICE |
THE ARENA |
| 1:30 - 2:45 pm | SMARTLINK MANAGEMENT – JARED RICE & PARRY WEBB What SmartLink does for your business - Gain key insights into SmartLink’s business impact. Learn effective team management and result measurement strategies. Elevate your approach to SmartLink management with this essential overview. (Break 3:15 - 3:30pm) |
THE EXCHANGE |
| 2:45 - 3:30 pm | ASPIRE BREAKOUT |
SALON 6 |
| 3:30 - 4:00 pm | BREAK | |
| 4:00 - 5:00 pm | YOU ARE THE KEY! – TAMIKA TAYLOR |
THE ARENA |
| 5:30 - 7:00 pm | TEXAS CULINARY EXPERIENCE | COURTYARD |
| FEBRUARY 20, 2024 | ||
| 6:45 - 7:50 am | BREAKFAST | TEJAS DINING |
| 8:00 - 8:15 am | OPENING – PARRY WEBB |
THE ARENA |
| 8:15 - 9:45 am | IRRIGATION DEPARTMENT SOP– MARK PYRAH, PEAK LANDSCAPE Unlock Success with Top-Performing Irrigation: Learn Best SOPs, Gain Insights from Peers, Cover Structure, Tech, Training |
THE ARENA |
| 9:45 - 10:00 am | BREAK | |
| 10:00 - 12:00 pm | STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT – MIKE PETERSON, TEXAS EXECUTIVE EDUCATION AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN - MCCOMBS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Enhance company-wide strategic decision-making skills with a solid foundation in management. Explore industry, corporate, and product strategy frameworks, applying techniques through simulations, case studies, and real-world scenarios. |
THE EXCHANGE |
| 12:00 - 1:00 pm | LUNCH BREAK | ARENA FOYER |
| 1:00 - 1:45 pm | PANEL – BOB GROVER, PACIFIC LANDSCAPE - MICHAELA RIVAS, PADILLA GROUP - CHASE COOK, SMC LANDCARE - MARK HOWELL, IDEAL LANDSCAPE - NIWAR NASIM, NASIM LANDSCAPE Q&A with Platinum Partners. No matter the phase you’re in, learn the tips and tricks from the best in the industry. |
THE ARENA |
| 1:45 - 2:00 pm | BREAK | |
| 2:00 - 4:00 pm | PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT – BRIAN LENDECKY, TEXAS EXECUTIVE EDUCATION AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN - MCCOMBS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS What gets measured gets done. Analyze performance systems, measure techniques, address biases, and implement improved systems fro a culture of planning and accountability. |
THE EXCHANGE |
| 4:00 - 4:15 pm | BREAK | |
| 4:15 - 5:00 pm | PARTNER RECOGNITION – LEX MASON & JARED RICE |
THE ARENA |
| 6:15 pm | LOAD SHUTTLES TO STUBB'S | CONFERENCE BACK SIDE |
| 6:45 - 7:45 pm | STUBB'S DINNER – SPONSORED BY BOSS |
STUBB'S |
| 7:45 - 9:15 pm | COFFEY ANDERSON CONCERT – SPONSORED BY BOSS | STUBB'S |
| 9:15 pm | LOAD SHUTTLES TO HOTEL | |
| FEBRUARY 21, 2024 | ||
| 7:00 – 8:00 am | BREAKFAST | TEJAS DINING |
| 8:00 - 8:15 am | OPENING – JARED RICE |
THE ARENA |
| 8:15 - 9:00 am | FIRST LOOK – LEX MASON & BRANDON DAVIS Dashboards, Integrations, Global Programming. Get visibility to metrics that matter and keep the scoreboard visible to your team to drive results for your customer and your company. |
THE ARENA |
| 9:00- 9:15 am | BREAK | |
| 9:15 - 10:00 am | WHY IT MATTERS, EVEN IF WATER WAS FREE – AMANDA GRIFFIN, SMART OUTDOOR SOLUTIONS |
THE ARENA |
| 10:00 - 10:15 am | BREAK | |
| 10:15 - 11:00 am | TECH TOWN HALL (ENGLISH AND SPANISH) – BILL SAVELLE, PARRY WEBB, HECTOR CLEMENTE Ask the experts, trouble shooting, best practices, insights and tips to maximize your efficiency. |
THE ARENA |
| 11:00 | SEND OFF – JARED RICE What are you taking away? How will you change your business? |
THE ARENA |
| FEBRUARY 19, 2024 |
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| 11:00 - 1:00 pm | REGISTRATION | TEXAS CORRIDOR |
| 1:00 - 1:30 pm | WELCOME SESSION – LEX MASON & JARED RICE |
THE ARENA |
| 1:30 - 2:30 pm | CELLULAR & AIRCARDS – BILL SAVELLE Staying connected & efficiency |
THE ARENA |
| 2:30 - 2:45 pm | BREAK |
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| 2:45 - 3:45 pm | PROGRAMMING – MATT SHREVES Mastering irrigation programming |
THE ARENA |
| 3:45 - 4:00 pm | BREAK |
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| 4:00 - 5:00 pm | YOU ARE THE KEY! – TAMIKA TAYLOR |
THE ARENA |
| 5:30 - 7:00 pm | TEXAS CULINARY EXPERIENCE | COURTYARD |
| FEBRUARY 20, 2024 | ||
| 6:45 - 7:50 am | BREAKFAST | TEJAS DINING |
| 8:00 - 8:15 am | OPENING – PARRY WEBB |
THE ARENA |
| 8:15 - 9:45 am | IRRIGATION DEPARTMENT SOP – MARK PYRAH, PEAK LANDSCAPE Unlock Success with Top-Performing Irrigation: Learn Best SOPs, Gain Insights from Peers, Cover Structure, Tech, Training |
THE ARENA |
| 9:45 - 10:00 am | BREAK |
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| 10:00 - 12:00 pm | DIAGNOSTICS - MULTI WIRE & 2-WIRE – ALEJANDRO ASTE-NIETO, TEMPO - DAVID STRAIGHT, BUD BLUETHMAN Master Electrical Diagnostics: Diagnose Shorts, Opens, Fuses, Controller-Guided Troubleshooting, Elevate Service for Revenue. Master 2Wire Maintenance: Gain System Insights, Diagnose Common Repairs, Explore Flow System Basics. |
THE ARENA |
| 12:00 - 1:00 pm | LUNCH BREAK | ARENA FOYER |
| 1:00 - 1:45 pm | PANEL – BOB GROVER, PACIFIC LANDSCAPE - MICHAELA RIVAS, PADILLA GROUP - CHASE COOK, SMC LANDCARE - MARK HOWELL, IDEAL LANDSCAPE - NIWAR NASIM, NASIM LANDSCAPE Q&A with Platinum Partners. No matter the phase you’re in, learn the tips and tricks from the best in the industry. |
THE ARENA |
| 1:45 - 2:00 pm | BREAK | |
| 2:00 - 2:45 pm | INSPECTIONS– BUD BLUETHMAN & GIUSEPPE BALDI, LAWNS OF DALLAS Elevate Inspection Skills: Look Beyond the Obvious, Drive Exceptional Service, Boost Revenue, Save Water. |
THE ARENA |
| 2:45 - 3:00 pm | BREAK | |
| 3:00 - 4:00 pm | PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT – MATT SHREVES, JOHN KACZMAREK Efficiently manage your irrigation portfolio on a larger scale |
THE ARENA |
| 4:00 - 4:15 pm | BREAK | |
| 4:15 - 5:00 pm | PARTNER RECOGNITION – LEX MASON & JARED RICE |
THE ARENA |
| 6:15 pm | LOAD SHUTTLES TO STUBB'S | CONFERENCE BACK SIDE |
| 6:45 - 7:45 pm | STUBB'S DINNER – SPONSORED BY BOSS | STUBB'S |
| 7:45 - 9:15 pm | COFFEY ANDERSON CONCERT – SPONSORED BY BOSS |
STUBB'S |
| 9:15 pm | LOAD SHUTTLES TO HOTEL | |
| FEBRUARY 21, 2024 | ||
| 7:00 – 8:00 am | BREAKFAST | TEJAS DINING |
| 8:00 - 8:15 am | OPENING – JARED RICE |
THE ARENA |
| 8:15 - 9:00 am | FIRST LOOK – LEX MASON & BRANDON DAVIS Dashboards, Integrations, Global Programming. Get visibility to metrics that matter and keep the scoreboard visible to your team to drive results for your customer and your company. |
THE ARENA |
| 9:00 - 9:15 am | BREAK | |
| 9:15 - 10:00 am | WHY IT MATTERS, EVEN IF WATER WAS FREE – AMANDA GRIFFIN, SMART OUTDOOR SOLUTIONS |
THE ARENA |
| 10:00 - 10:15 am | BREAK | |
| 10:15 - 11:00 am | TECH TOWN HALL (ENGLISH AND SPANISH) – BILL SAVELLE, PARRY WEBB, HECTOR CLEMENTE Ask the experts, trouble shooting, best practices, insights and tips to maximize your efficiency. |
THE ARENA |
| 11:00 am | SEND OFF – JARED RICE What are you taking away? How will you change your business? |
THE ARENA |
| FEBRUARY 19, 2024 |
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| 11:00 - 1:00 pm | REGISTRO | CORREDOR DE TEJAS |
| 1:00 - 1:30 pm | BIENVENIDO – LEX MASON & JARED RICE |
LA ARENA |
| 1:30 - 2:30 pm | Programación – HECTOR CLEMENTE & BILL SAVELLE Dominar la programación del riego |
LA HACIENDA |
| 2:30 - 2:45 pm | DESCANSO |
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| 2:45 - 3:45 pm | CELULAR & AIR CARDS – HECTOR CLEMENTE & BILL SAVELLE Mantenerse conectado y eficiente |
LA HACIENDA |
| 3:45 - 4:00 pm | DESCANSO | |
| 4:00 - 5:00 pm | ¡Tú eres la Clave! – TAMIKA TAYLOR |
LA ARENA |
| 5:30 - 7:00 pm | Experiencia culinaria de Texas | COURTYARD |
| FEBRUARY 20, 2024 | ||
| 6:45 - 7:50 am | DESAYUNO | COMEDOR TEJAS |
| 8:00 - 8:15 am | Inauguración – PARRY WEBB |
LA ARENA |
| 8:15 - 9:45 am | Departamento de Irrigación SOP – MARK PYRAH, PEAK LANDSCAPE Logre el éxito con un riego de alto rendimiento: conozca los mejores procedimientos operativos estándar, obtenga información de sus pares, cubra la estructura, la tecnología y la capacitación. |
LA ARENA |
| 9:45 - 10:00 am | DESCANSO | |
| 10:00 - 10:45 am | INSPECCIONES – HECTOR CLEMENTE - GIUSEPPE BALDI, LAWNS OF DALLAS Mejore las habilidades de inspección: mire más allá de lo obvio, genere un servicio excepcional, aumente los ingresos y ahorre agua. |
LA HACIENDA |
| 10:45 - 11:00 am | DESCANSO | |
| 11:00 - 12:00 pm | Gestión de Portafolios – HECTOR CLEMENTE & MATT SHREVES |
LA HACIENDA |
| 12:00 - 1:00 pm | ALMUERZO | ARENA FOYER |
| 1:00 - 1:45 pm | PANEL – BOB GROVER, PACIFIC LANDSCAPE - MICHAELA RIVAS, PADILLA GROUP - CHASE COOK, SMC LANDCARE - MARK HOWELL, IDEAL LANDSCAPE - NIWAR NASIM, NASIM LANDSCAPE Preguntas y respuestas con socios Platinum. No importa en qué fase se encuentre, aprenda los consejos y trucos de los mejores de la industria. |
LA ARENA |
| 1:45 - 2:00 pm | DESCANSO | |
| 2:00 - 4:00 pm | Diagnóstico - Multihilo/ 2-wire – ALEJANDRO ASTE-NIETO, TEMPO - HECTOR CLEMENTE Diagnóstico eléctrico maestro: diagnóstico de cortocircuitos, aperturas, fusibles, resolución de problemas guiada por el controlador, mejoramiento del servicio para generar ingresos. |
LA HACIENDA |
| 4:00 - 4:15 pm | DESCANSO | |
| 4:15 - 5:00 pm | Reconocimiento de Socios – LEX MASON & JARED RICE |
LA ARENA |
| 6:15 pm | CAGAR LOS AUTOBUSES A STUBB'S | CONFERENCE BACK |
| 6:45 - 7:45 pm | CENA – PATROCINADO POR BOSS | STUBB'S |
| 7:45 - 9:15 pm | CONCIERTO DE COFFEY ANDERSON – PATROCINADO POR BOSS | STUBB'S |
| 9:15 pm | CARGAR LOS AUTOBUSES PARA EL REGRESO AL HOTEL |
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| FEBRUARY 21, 2024 | ||
| 7:00 – 8:00 am | DESAYUNO | COMEDOR TEJAS |
| 8:00 - 8:15 am | Inauguración – JARED RICE |
LA ARENA |
| 8:15 - 9:00 am | PRIMER VISTAZO – LEX MASON & BRANDON DAVIS Dashboards, Integraciones, Programación Global. Obtenga visibilidad de las métricas que importan y mantenga el marcador visible para su equipo para generar resultados para su cliente y su empresa. |
LA ARENA |
| 9:00 - 9:15 am | DESCANSO | |
| 9:15 - 10:00 am | Por qué es importante, incluso si el agua fuera gratis – AMANDA GRIFFIN, SMART OUTDOOR SOLUTIONS |
LA ARENA |
| 10:00 - 10:15 am | DESCANSO | |
| 10:15 - 11:00 am | Ayuntamiento Tecnológico – BILL SAVELLE, PARRY WEBB, HECTOR CLEMENTE Pregunte a los expertos, resolución de problemas, mejores prácticas, ideas y consejos para maximizar su eficiencia. |
LA ARENA |
| 11:00 am | DESPACHE – JARED RICE ¿Qué te estás quitando? ¿Cómo cambiarás tu negocio? |
LA ARENA |
ROUNDUP OF BREAKOUT SESSION TOPICS
TECHNICAL TRACK (AVAILABLE TO ALL ATTENDEES IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH)
- DIAGNOSTICS
Shorts, Opens, Fuses, Wire Tracing - Description: Discover the art of diagnosing electrical issues in your irrigation system. Learn how to pinpoint problems like shorts, opens, and fuses. Understand how your controller can guide you towards the starting point for troubleshooting. Elevate your service capabilities and increase your revenues. - 2WIRE AND FLOW DESCRIPTION
Delve into the intricacies of maintaining a 2Wire irrigation system. Gain insights into how this system operates, what to watch for, and how to diagnose common repairs. Additionally, explore the basics of Flow systems, including system selection criteria and the advantages and disadvantages of flow management. - CELLULAR TECHNOLOGY AND AIRCARD PLACEMENT
Uncover the world of cellular technology and its inner workings. Learn how the placement of Aircards can significantly impact your online connectivity. Get a grasp of the essential knowledge needed to stay connected and efficient in the digital age. - PROGRAMMING BEST PRACTICES
Dive into the realm of irrigation programming, from the fundamentals to smart solutions. Discover best practices, common pitfalls to avoid, and how programming can enhance your service quality. Elevate your customer service by mastering the art of irrigation programming.
- BEST SOPS FOR YOUR IRRIGATION DEPARTMENT
Explore the secrets of top-performing irrigation companies. Learn from industry peers about the best Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that have propelled their success. Topics include organizational structure, scheduling, technology integration, ongoing training, and more. - PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT – UTILIZING SMARTLINK TO MAXIMIZE PRODUCTIVITY
Go beyond programming and harness the power of SmartLink to efficiently manage your irrigation portfolio on a larger scale. Unlock your full potential by utilizing global programming, snapshot features, inspections, and proposal tools. Enhance both your skills and time management. - INSPECTIONS – WHAT TO LOOK FOR
Elevate your inspection skills by learning what to look for beyond the obvious, such as leaks and visible damage. Discover the keys to driving exceptional service, increasing revenue, and improving water efficiency through thorough and insightful inspections.
EXECUTIVE-OWNER TRACK
- IMPLEMENTING ACCOUNTABILITY WITH YOUR TEAM – WHAT TO TRACK
This collaborative workshop, professionally moderated, is designed for business owners and executives looking to enhance team accountability. Discover key metrics and strategies for tracking performance and holding your team accountable. Learn how to implement effective accountability measures that drive results and business growth. - SCALING BUSINESS WITH PROCESSES
Join fellow business leaders in this professionally moderated workshop focused on scaling your organization through efficient processes. Explore the art of streamlining operations, automating workflows, and optimizing resource allocation. Gain practical insights into building scalable processes that drive business expansion and sustainability.
- BUILDING AND MAINTAINING PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT PROCESSES
In this collaborative workshop, tailored for business owners and executives, a professional moderator will guide you through the intricacies of building and sustaining performance management processes. Learn how to set clear performance expectations, provide constructive feedback, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Walk away with the tools and knowledge needed to elevate your team's performance and organizational success.
TRAVEL, LODGING & OTHER AREA INFORMATION
Attend the 2024 SmartCon Third Annual Partner Summit, February 19–21, 2024, in Austin, Texas. Contact smartcon@weathermatic.com with questions.
HOTELS:
AT&T Hotel and Conference Center
The University of Texas at Austin
1900 University Avenue Austin, TX 78705
Hilton Garden Inn - Austin University Capitol District
301 West 17th Street
Austin TX 78701
AC Hotel Austin - University
1901 San Antonio Street
Austin, TX 78705
TRANSPORTATION
Park onsite or Uber from airport to hotel. All other events will be at the hotel and transportation is provided.
NEARBY AIRPORT
Austin-Bergstrom international Airport - AUS
AREA RESTAURANTS
ABOUT THE VENUE
Experience a harmonious blend of comfort and innovation at the AT&T Hotel and Conference Center, strategically positioned within the captivating surroundings of The University of Texas at Austin campus. The hotel's architectural design, featuring Texas limestone archways reminiscent of the iconic UT Tower, pays a beautiful homage to the university's rich heritage.
Nestled in a neighborhood steeped in culture and innovation, the AT&T Hotel and Conference Center serves as a focal point for academic excellence while also offering an ideal starting point for exploring an eclectic range of nearby restaurants and museums. Immerse yourself in the vibrant heart of Austin's culture while indulging in the highest levels of sophistication and hospitality at this extraordinary establishment.
HOW TO REGISTER
Use the form below to complete your registration for SmartCon 2024. Email our team with questions or alternate payment methods.