In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, our guest Zech Strauser of Strauser's Nature's Helpers, discusses sustainability and environmental consciousness in landscape maintenance. Topics covered include the importance of balance, vision casting, the value of intrapreneurship, and leaving a legacy. This episode is hosted by Neal Glatt, Managing Partner of GrowTheBench, Miles Kuperus, System Architect at Include Software, and Brett Lemcke, VP of R.M. Landscape. For more information, pleas...
Oct 28, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Our hosts are busy at LANDSCAPES Virtual 2020 this week, and we're excited to be back next week with a brand-new episode. In the meantime, feel free to check out some of the episodes you may have missed.
Oct 21, 2020•4 min•Season 1Ep. 22
In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, our guest Paul Fraynd of Sun Valley Landscaping discusses pros and cons of partnerships and how to motivate employees. Topics covered include compensation plans for employees at all levels, navigating family business dynamics, and placing people over profit. This episode is hosted by Neal Glatt, Managing Partner of GrowTheBench, Miles Kuperus, System Architect at Include Software, Brett Lemcke, VP of R.M. Landscape, and Luke Melograno, Production...
Oct 14, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 21
In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, our guest Macey Wollenberg of LandCare discusses her journey from a college graduate to a future manager. Topics covered include the importance of investing in people, making work more than a paycheck, and knowing when to make a career move. This episode is hosted by Neal Glatt, Managing Partner of GrowTheBench, Miles Kuperus, System Architect at Include Software, and Brett Lemcke, VP of R.M. Landscape.
Oct 08, 2020•58 min•Season 1Ep. 20
In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, our hosts, along with guest host Jenn Myers of NALP, discuss NALP's LANDSCAPES virtual conference. Topics covered include schedule highlights, tips for a successful conference, and how to network effectively in a virtual environment. This episode is hosted by Neal Glatt, Managing Partner of GrowTheBench, Miles Kuperus, System Architect at Include Software, Brett Lemcke, VP of R.M. Landscape, and Luke Melograno, Production Coordinator at Mariani L...
Sep 30, 2020•58 min•Season 1Ep. 19
In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, our guest Mike Bogan of LandCare discusses how culture, purpose, and core values drive success. Topics covered include how to manage organizational change through pilot testing, discovering the what really motivates employees, and key steps needed for solid market expansion. This episode is hosted by Neal Glatt, Managing Partner of GrowTheBench, Miles Kuperus, System Architect at Include Software, Brett Lemcke, VP of R.M. Landscape, and Luke Melo...
Sep 23, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, our guest Richard Kuperus of the Farmside Landscape & Design discusses how he balances work, school, and family dynamics in business. Topics covered include how to navigate business relationships as a young professional, navigating shifting dynamics at work, and balancing ambition with humility. This episode is hosted by Neal Glatt, Managing Partner of GrowTheBench, Miles Kuperus, System Architect at Include Software, Brett Lemcke, VP of R.M....
Sep 16, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, our guest Thom Singer, professional speaker, advisor, and content creator, discusses how to properly network and build relationships for sales, job offers, and career advancement. Topics covered include the importance of thank you notes, building great mentor relationships, and how to connect authentically through virtual methods. This episode is hosted by NealGlatt, Managing Partner of GrowTheBench, Miles Kuperus, System Architect at Include Sof...
Sep 09, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, our guest Ed Walsh of The Greathouse Company discusses how a team mentality and building relationships helps him sell and succeed. Topics covered include the importance of values, selling while social distancing, and what makes the green industry attractive regardless of previous education or knowledge. This episode is hosted by Neal Glatt, Managing Partner of GrowTheBench, Miles Kuperus, System Architect at Include Software, and Luke Melograno, ...
Sep 02, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 15
In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, our guest Chris Joyce of the Joyce Companies discusses how developing a family culture and leading with empathy is key to his success. Topics covered include how to balance employee career development, the value of associations and networking, and learning how to shift from being a great operator to being a great leader. This episode is hosted by Neal Glatt, Managing Partner of GrowTheBench, Miles Kuperus, System Architect at Include Software, Br...
Aug 26, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, our guest Taylor Milliken of Milosi Landscaping discusses the importance of coaching in personal and professional success. Topics covered include training to all levels, budgeting for development, learning from professional coaches, and growing through learning. This episode is hosted by Neal Glatt, Managing Partner of GrowTheBench, Miles Kuperus, System Architect at Include Software, and Luke Melograno, Production Coordinator at Mariani Landscap...
Aug 19, 2020•58 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, the panel interviews four faculty members from horticultural programs around the country. Topics covered include the value of collegiate education in the industry, the importance of well-balanced education, and advice for professionals at all levels. Our guests are Daniel Greenwell from Piedmont Technical College, Whitney Phillips from University of Mount Olive, Liz Riley from Alamance Community College, and Skyler Westergard from Brigham Young U...
Aug 13, 2020•1 hr 30 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, our guest Marty Grunder of Grunder Landscaping and The Grow Group discusses how balancing processes while allowing his people to be creative propels his company to success. Topics covered include why company values matter, learning from failures, embracing differing opinions at work, and capitalizing on change. This episode is hosted by Neal Glatt, Managing Partner of GrowTheBench, Miles Kuperus, System Architect at Include Software, Brett Lemcke...
Aug 05, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, the panelists discuss their questions for each other including why they love to work in the industry and where they see the industry evolving. Topics covered include, career paths in the green industry, what motivates employees, adaptation of technology, and the future of work. This episode is hosted by Neal Glatt, Managing Partner of GrowTheBench, Miles Kuperus, System Architect at Include Software, Brett Lemcke, VP of R.M. Landscape, and Luke M...
Jul 29, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this episode, Weller talks about starting and growing his company, lessons learned along the way, and how engagement with NALP and its members has helped drive him to create a better business. Cole, with his brother Brent, co-founded Weller Brothers in 2001. He attended Southeast Technical Institute in Sioux Falls where he studied landscape design. His passion for creating beautiful backyards has set Weller Brothers apart from the competition in the design and construction of the most stunnin...
Jul 23, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Experienced in the trade since 1987, Shayne Newman founded YardApes, Inc. in 1990 and holds the title of President. Shayne received a B.S. in Finance from the University of Connecticut, is a Landscape Industry Certified Technician, Landscape Industry Certified Manager, holds a Connecticut Supervisory Pesticide License, and is a Certified Landscape Designer. The YardApes team takes great pride in being one of only thirteen Landscape Industry Accredited Companies in the United States and Connectic...
Jul 15, 2020•50 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Frank Mariani is CEO of Mariani Landscape, which was founded by his father, Vito Mariani, Sr. in 1958. It began as a small residential landscape maintenance firm working primarily in Chicago’s North Shore. Today, Mariani Landscape specializes in high-end residential landscape architecture, construction and garden maintenance. Frank brings his extensive knowledge of landscape maintenance to the design process resulting in projects that are not only beautiful but sustainable. Frank is passionate t...
Jul 09, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 7
This week, members of the NALP Women in Landscape Network (WILN) take over the Growing in the Green Industry podcast. NALP’s Jenn Myers, Sr. Director of Workforce Development, hosts and is joined by guests Lisa Fiore, Co-Founder of LandscapeHub, Callan Dudley, General Manager of Southern Landscape Group, and Claire Goldman, Owner of R&R Landscaping. Our female industry leaders chat about several topics, including personal stories of growth and advancement, how we can continue to welcome wome...
Jul 02, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Phil Harwood is a managing partner of GrowTheBench.com, an online resource for green industry education and employee development. GrowTheBench, founded and managed by Phil and Neal Glatt, recently acquired the Snowfighters Institute, focused on education and networking for the snow & ice management industry. Phil is also the CEO of Pro-Motion Consulting, a management consulting firm that has been recognized twice by the Snow & Ice Management Association with the prestigious Snow Industry...
Jun 25, 2020•50 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Deep dive into conversation with Jeff Rossen, Founder and CEO of Rossen Landscape, and his colleague Lauren Webster, Client Relationship Manager of Rossen Landscape, while they discuss how to recruit and retain employees. Jeff and Lauren provide different perspectives of the recruitment process to help educate employers on what future employees are looking for when deciding what company to invest in. In addition, Jeff and Lauren touch base on the importance of having a mentor throughout the recr...
Jun 18, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 4
As a recent graduate of the College of Agricultural Sciences at the Pennsylvania State University, Jack Pohutsky is beginning his professional career with R.P. Marzilli in Massachusetts. He studied Landscape Contracting, Design/Build option with a minor in Horticulture. The BA degree encompasses courses such as residential design, plant identification and establishment, and construction fundamentals, and teaches each student the importance of functional installations and client satisfaction. Jac...
Jun 11, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 3
A 20+ year veteran of the professional landscape industry, Jenn Myers brings a unique perspective to her role as Senior Director of Workforce Development at the National Association of Landscape Professionals. Holding B.S. degrees in Horticulture and Environmental Science from Virginia Tech, Jenn has embraced the wide variety of experiences available in the industry, from digging irrigation ditches and installing seasonal flower displays, to managing staffing for a $50MM full-service landscape c...
May 28, 2020•47 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, the panelists discuss how COVID-19 has impacted operations, remote working, and health and safety for employees and managers. Topics covered include how companies have adapted, resources available to navigate challenges, employee well-being, and impacts for the future. This episode is hosted by Neal Glatt, Managing Partner of GrowTheBench, Miles Kuperus, System Architect at Include Software, Brett Lemcke, VP of R.M. Landscape, and Luke Melograno,...
May 18, 2020•53 min•Season 1Ep. 1
