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Where is your company headed?

Discovering Your 3 Hats / Finding The Right Business Partner

Kurt & Matt Bland August 1, 2023

Brothers Kurt and Matt Bland grew up in an entrepreneurial household as the children of Tom and Nancy Bland in Apex, North Carolina. As founders of Bland Landscaping Company (ca. 1976), at an early age Tom and Nancy exposed Kurt and Matt to the successes and the challenges of running a family business. As young men, the boys worked in every aspect of the homegrown business from field work to estimating and financial planning. Through the late 1980’s, 1990’s and early 2000’s industry icons like Frank Ross, Kevin Kehoe, and Bruce Wilson were regular consultants for the Bland family. Exposure […]

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Business Execution

How to better execute on your goals.

The Importance of Budgeting & Exit Planning

Bill Hardy & Doug Delano July 17, 2023

Douglass Delano is the Managing Partner at Level Green Landscape, a DC based Commercial Landscape Management Company. Doug graduated from college with a degree in Philosophy and taught High School Math and coached football for several years prior to becoming a landscaper. He has been involved in the landscape industry for 37 years, starting as a crewman doing installation and working his way up the ladder to run a Branch for Ruppert Landscape and then TruGreen when Ruppert sold. He left TruGreen and started Level Green Landscape in 2003. He is a MNLA Certified Professional Horticulturalist and a NALP Certified […]

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Sales

How to increase revenue in your company.

How To Improve Your Numbers

Bryan Mours July 11, 2023

Bryan is a motivated, personable business professional with a forty-year track record of successful business operations and ownership. Highly educated, recognized member of Beta Gamma Sigma! Talent for quickly mastering technology, exceptional focus on innovation and growth strategies, ability to focus and develop corporate goals to achieve company Vision. Bryan has spent over 45 years in the Landscape Industry with a focus in the last 20 years on Technology and the Integration of Business process with that technology.

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Business Strategy

Where is your company headed?

How Plants Help Mental Well-being & Productivity

Paige Tisdale July 4, 2023

Paige Tisdale is the Business Developer for Dennis’ 7 Dees. With a passion for Biophilic Design, Paige brings creativity and expertise to her role. She combines her deep knowledge of plants with a commitment to sustainability, creating visually stunning and environmentally responsible Interiorscapes. She works closely with Architects and Designers to create spaces the enhance wellness and function. Paige’s designs have earned recognition and praise, and she continues to elevate the standard of design through her innovative work. She is also a Registered Trainer with Green Plants for Green Buildings and aims to educate others on the benefits of greenery […]

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Finance

How to understand your finances better or become profitable

Construction Accounting: Develop Profitable Bids

Timothy Wingate Jr. June 27, 2023

Timothy Wingate Jr. is the founder and president of G+F Business & Financial Consulting. He is a licensed Enrolled Agent and construction accountant. In May 2016, he founded G+F, recognizing the need for specialized accounting and tax services for construction companies. Many construction businesses struggle to bridge the communication gap between their work in the field and their back office. With first-hand knowledge of the construction industry and a deep understanding of taxes and finances, Timothy provides tools, advice and financial guidance to his clients so they better understand their finances and improve their cash flow. Timothy is a QuickBooks […]

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HR

How to overcome some of your HR challenges

Why Use A Recruiter In The Green Industry

Tito Caceres June 20, 2023

Meet Arnaldo “Tito” Caceres, a seasoned sales leader, recruiter, and the driving force behind Bloom Partners Talent Solutions. With over a decade of experience, Tito has consistently helped clients attainbusiness success by identifying and implementing effective strategies that increase customer satisfaction and revenue. His genuine relationships with clients are a testament to his commitment and dedication. As a specialist in the Green Industry, Tito uses his operational and management background to connect the right talent with the right roles seamlessly. He stays on top of industry trends and innovations, employing his wealth of expertise to provide bespoke solutions to clients. Tito excels in executive recruiting […]

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Business Execution

How to better execute on your goals.

Win The War For Talent

Byron McFarland June 13, 2023

Byron is an accomplished entrepreneur, advisor, and speaker who has made a significant impact in the world of business. With his expertise in guiding entrepreneurs on selling a business to management and maximizing the value of their enterprises, he has become a trusted source for strategic advice and practical solutions. Throughout his career, Byron has helped entrepreneurs unlock the full potential of their businesses and navigate the intricate process of selling to management. With his invaluable insights and proven methodologies, he has enabled entrepreneurs to not only secure lucrative deals but also ensure that they get paid fairly for their hard […]

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Business Strategy

Where is your company headed?

How To Be Successful During The Due Diligence and Integration Process

Brian Brueggemann June 6, 2023

Born and raised in Southern Illinois, Brian holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Landscape Horticulture from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. His career includes core competencies across industry segments and operations, including wholesale nursery and botanical garden management, design-build, residential and commercial landscape services, and senior management. In his new role, Brian will support Wilson clients as a productivity advisor and training consultant, specializing in performance improvements, and work flow and value stream mapping.

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Finance

How to understand your finances better or become profitable

The Importance of Financial Management and Understanding Your Numbers

Frank Ross May 30, 2023

Specializing in the construction industry, Frank Ross is one of the country’s most highly regarded consultants. His in-depth work on several national industry financial studies along with years of hands-on experience with hundreds of the most successful companies in the country gives him unparalleled knowledge of what construction industry firms do to become profitable and what steps they must take to make money. Actively serving on several Boards of Directors in the construction and financial communities, he is widely respected as an astute construction economist and financial consultant ,and is nationally known for his innovative techniques in the areas of […]

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Business Strategy

Where is your company headed?

Alternative Solutions In This Tight Labor Market

Mark Lucas May 23, 2023

Mark heads up our Landscape sector at Rainbow Ecoscience. He has over 39 years of green industry experience. He’s worked with Chapel Valley as the Process Improvement Manager. He also worked with Brickman/Brightview for over 30 years in various roles including National Account Manager, Branch Manager, and Tree Manager. Mark is dedicated to providing training, technical support, client service, and education to Landscape professionals across the country. He graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a B.S. in Environmental Conservation. Mark serves on our ESOP Board of Directors.