John Kennedy to keynote 2025 Farwest Show

May 15, 2025
John Kennedy to keynote 2025 Farwest Show

The Oregon Association of Nurseries has announced that green industry consultant and speaker John Kennedy will be the keynote speaker at the 2025 Farwest Show, taking place Aug. 20 to 22 at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, Oregon.

 In his presentation, “Plant Your People,” Kennedy will share innovative approaches to employee investment and team development, offering a four-step plan to nurturing and supporting well-rooted teams, so they are ready to grow on day one.

“When green industry professionals need guidance on strategic planning, benchmarking, workplace culture, onboarding, retention, teamwork and leadership development, they turn to John Kennedy,” said Jamie Moore, events and education coordinator for the Oregon Association of Nurseries. “We are thrilled to feature him as our keynote speaker at Farwest on the opening day of the show. His inspiring presentation will provide the ideal launch point for three days of making and renewing connections, recharging knowledge, finding great plant material, enjoying great company, and adding to your toolbox of success.”

Over the past 25 years, Kennedy has presented to nearly 500,000 audience members worldwide, delivering a dramatic and sustainable impact on scores of companies and associations within the horticulture industry.