The formation of GIIRA
The GIIRA concept evolved from three reps that have been associated in the irrigation and green industry business for more than twenty years. Kerry Burnley, Ken Hendry, and John Wurst.
The relationship turned into a way for the three to expand on new ideas, look at best practices and discuss opportunities and successes. After a short period of operating informally the decision was made to meet in the spring of 2011 for the purpose of expanding the membership with reps that shared similar values and purpose. From that meeting we determined that we would operate an informal organization with member partners where all would be expected to contribute and more importantly grow as individuals and business owners. Our first organization meeting was held with nine members in September 2011. We continue to meet semi annually.