Dates: January 13th-15th, 2026

The Irrigation Mastermind Conference will be held around San Jose, CA

Location: TBA

For years, landscape irrigation contractors have expressed the need for a space to connect with like-minded, growth-driven professionals.

The Irrigation Mastermind was created to meet that need – a network of industry leaders coming together to share best practices, exchange ideas, and elevate both their businesses and the landscape irrigation profession.

Last year’s conference was a tremendous success, and we’re excited to see how this next gathering continues to build momentum and impact across the industry.

The potential topics for roundtables are:

• Marketing and social media / networks
• Mergers / Acquisitions
• Finding Talent and Hiring
• Irrigation Technology / Remote Management
• Scaling, Succession and Business Planning
• Staff Development / Training / Employee Retention
• Pricing / Flat Rate Pricing / Incentive Programs for Service Techs
• Industry / Water Regulations and Policy
• Profitability / Estimating
• Office Systems / Technology / Software
• Defining and developing company culture / brand
• Utilizing Consultants Effectively

Schedule:

DAY 1-Tuesday, January 13th

The event will kick off in the early afternoon with a welcome session, including introductions to the facilitators, participants, and an address from our keynote speaker. The afternoon will feature brainstorming sessions with our facilitators and guests. The evening will conclude with a team-building activity accompanied by heavy appetizers and networking.

DAY 2-Wednesday, January 14th

The day will begin with a guided tour of a local contractor’s facility and operations, followed by lunch. This year, we’re excited to visit:

K & D Landscaping, Inc.
62C Hangar Way, Watsonville, CA 95076

In the afternoon, participants will engage in focused breakout sessions with facilitators to dive deeper into selected topics. A survey will be distributed in advance to gather interest areas and help finalize the session structure, including rotation, timing, and group size.

The day will conclude with a formal dinner gathering, providing time to reflect, connect, and continue the conversation in a relaxed setting.

DAY 3-Thursday, January 15th

Will continue with collaborative small group sessions, followed by a wrap-up lunch and a full group meeting. We’ll close with an open discussion focused on identifying the most effective path forward and key takeaways from the event.

Cost has not been confirmed at this time.

You’re welcome to complete the application, no payment is required until your participation is confirmed. While we anticipate this network will continue to grow, we’re committed to keeping the group size manageable to ensure a high-quality experience and meaningful engagement.

With most participants returning from last year, space is very limited, so early application is encouraged.