Hey everyone — I’m curious if others have good recommendations or experience with training programs or workshops specifically for Purchasing/Procurement Agents in the landscape service industry (or related trades).
I know Aspire offers a lot of best-practice SOP videos and module training tools, which are great — but I’m specifically interested in more immersive learning experiences such as:
• Training intensives (multi-day workshops)
• Instructor-led classes or boot camps
• Certification pathways
• Industry vendor & sourcing strategy training
• Peer cohort workshops or retreats
I’m wondering:
• Does Aspire offer any live intensives, in-person workshops, or instructor-led sessions beyond the on-demand modules?
• Are there other reputable industry resources, associations, or vendors that run purchasing/procurement training programs?
(e.g., CLCA, PLANET, IFMA, Supply Chain/Procurement organizations, landscape operations summits, etc.)
For context, I’m looking for training that goes deeper than self-paced videos — something that can sharpen strategic purchasing skills, negotiation, vendor management, forecasting, and pricing intelligence.
Happy to hear:
- What you’ve taken
- Who you’d recommend
- What was most valuable
- Any upcoming events or annual workshops
Thanks in advance!