Help Us Represent TNLA: Volunteer, Sponsor & Swing-By Opportunities
Published on August 20, 2025
TNLA is partnering with Texas programs to strengthen our talent pipeline and connect members with tomorrow’s workforce. We’re calling for volunteers to represent TNLA on-site and sponsors who’d like visibility with students, faculty, and industry partners. (Sponsors may plug their companies—logo on materials, brief intro, and swag—per host guidelines.)
Fort Bend ISD Career Fair — Quick “Swing-By” Opportunity
Date/Time: Aug 28, 2025
Location: Fort Bend ISD
RSVP/Info: https://www.fortbendisd.com/cms/module/selectsurvey/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=761
Short and simple: show up, say hello, and be seen.
Location: Fort Bend ISD
RSVP/Info: https://www.fortbendisd.com/cms/module/selectsurvey/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=761
Short and simple: show up, say hello, and be seen.
- Light lift—no major prep.
- Great chance to answer questions and spark interest in horticulture careers.
- Even a brief visit helps put our industry on students’ radar.
Texas Tech Industry, Research & Innovation Summit (IRIS) — Lubbock
Dates: Oct 8–10, 2025 • Venue: Texas Tech International Cultural Center
Why attend: Three focused days where industry meets academia—recruit talent, judge research, mentor student teams, and build partnerships.
What’s happening
Questions? Email Jeremiah Armstrong at [email protected] with subject “IRIS – Volunteer/Sponsor” and note your availability and company name.
Why attend: Three focused days where industry meets academia—recruit talent, judge research, mentor student teams, and build partnerships.
What’s happening
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Oct 8 – Davis College Career Fair (10:00 AM–2:00 PM)
Find internship and full-time candidates. Breakfast & lunch provided. -
Oct 9 – Research Showcase
• 8:00 AM–1:00 PM: View faculty/grad presentations + keynote luncheon with researchers
• 1:00–5:00 PM: Graduate student poster session (industry judges welcome)
• ~5:00 PM: Poster awards & reception -
Oct 10 – Industry & Innovation Day
Bring a real business challenge, mentor student teams, and hear pitches. Winning teams receive scholarships and potential commercialization support. Breakfast & lunch provided.
- Volunteers: Staff the TNLA presence (2–4 hr shift), judge posters (Oct 9), or mentor teams (Oct 10).
- Sponsors/Donors: Help underwrite facilities, meals, and student scholarships; receive recognition and the chance to showcase your company.
Questions? Email Jeremiah Armstrong at [email protected] with subject “IRIS – Volunteer/Sponsor” and note your availability and company name.
Texas A&M Horticultural Sciences Career Fair — College Station
Date/Time: Wed, Oct 29, 2025 • 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Location: Horticulture & Forest Science Building, Texas A&M University
(Optional networking the evening before: Tue, Oct 28, 6:00–8:00 PM.)
Why attend: Meet motivated students across nursery, landscape, wine, produce, floriculture, and related sectors; promote your company and open roles.
How you can help
Ready to participate? Email Jeremiah Armstrong at [email protected] with subject “Texas A&M – Volunteer/Sponsor” and include your company name and preferred time window.
Location: Horticulture & Forest Science Building, Texas A&M University
(Optional networking the evening before: Tue, Oct 28, 6:00–8:00 PM.)
Why attend: Meet motivated students across nursery, landscape, wine, produce, floriculture, and related sectors; promote your company and open roles.
How you can help
- Volunteers: Represent TNLA, greet students, share industry pathways, and collect contact leads for member companies (2–4 hr shift).
- Sponsors: Support materials/outreach; receive logo placement on table signage/handouts and a brief booth intro (as permitted).
Ready to participate? Email Jeremiah Armstrong at [email protected] with subject “Texas A&M – Volunteer/Sponsor” and include your company name and preferred time window.
