GIMA – the trade association representing over 180 garden suppliers and manufacturers – is delighted to announce its AGM & Day Conference for 2025. Taking place on Tuesday, 25th March 2025, at Radcliffe House, University of Warwick, this event promises a day of networking, industry-leading insights, and discussions on how businesses can harness the power of AI to drive efficiency and growth.

The event will begin with the Annual General Meeting, exclusively for fully paid-up members, followed by a dynamic Day Conference open to all delegates.

The Day Conference will feature an address from Alan Roper, Managing Director of Blue Diamond Group, who will share invaluable insights from one of the UK’s leading garden centre groups. Delegates will also explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence, gaining practical knowledge on how to use AI to build efficiencies within their businesses. The popular GIMA Panel will return, offering a platform for members to share real-world examples of how they are already adopting AI to improve their processes and drive growth.

GIMA Director, Vicky Nuttall, said: “Our AGM & Day Conference is a unique opportunity to connect with fellow members and gain invaluable insights into the trends shaping our sector. The transformative power of AI should be at the forefront of everyone’s business, and we’re excited to bring together experts and our members to share knowledge, ideas, and solutions that drive success. Don’t miss this essential date in the GIMA calendar!”

Book now

With a compelling programme and limited availability, we encourage you to book early to secure your spot. For more information or to register, visit www.gima.org.uk/events.  With such an excellent speaker line-up this is sure to be a popular event and those who are interested in attending are encouraged to sign up quickly, via www.gima.org.uk/events/gima-day-conference-agm to secure their place. The cost of the event includes a buffet lunch and refreshments:

Find out more

Any businesses interested in joining GIMA are invited to contact the GIMA team on (01959) 564947 or info@gima.org.uk. Full details regarding GIMA’s multiple member benefits can be found at www.gima.org.uk

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2025 Key Dates for Your Diary

• GIMA In Conversation with Dobbies 5^th February, online webinar
• Garden Press Event                                     18^th February, Business Design Centre, London
• GIMA Day Conference & AGM                  25^th March, Warwick Conferences
• President’s Dinner                                       24^th April, The George, Stamford
• GIMA Charity Golf Day                                5^th June, Belton Woods, Grantham
• GIMA Awards judging                                 23^rd/24^th June, Warwick Racecourse
• GIMA Awards Gala Dinner                         6^th November, Celtic Manor Resort, Newport