The academy will follow the consumer journey all the way from product education to problem solving and merchandising guidance. There will be five training courses in the UK and Ireland in the following locations:
Peterborough – January 14, 2016 – Westland Merchandising Centre
Taunton – January 21, 2016 – Monkton Elm Garden Centre
Preston – January 28, 2016 – Barton Grange Garden Centre
Edinburgh – February 16, 2016 – St Johnston Football Club, Perth
Dublin – February 24, 2016 – Carton House Hotel
Daniela Constantine, brand Manager for lawncare at Westland said: "We believe garden centre staff are key to lawncare participation. The right customer engagement can really affect your turnover at the point of sale."
To book your place on the training course, sign up online at http://trade.gardenhealth.com/ or email lawnacademy@westlandhorticulture.com. Closing date is November 30.