State of Salt Columnist Rob English returns to the podcast to provide the latest industry update and shares some issues that could impact price and availability heading into this winter. Rob English is president of Chemical Solutions Inc. (MeltSnow.com) in Franklin, Mass. He writes often about issues pertaining to the salt and deicing industry including his regular State of Salt columns. You can reach him at rob@meltsnow.com The Snow Magazine Podcast is hosted by Snow Magazine Editor Mike Zawack...
Aug 01, 2022•23 min•Ep. 80
Executive coach and Executive Summit featured speaker Mark Noon discusses strengthening your leadership skills, as well as identifying and developing these qualities in your workforce. Mark excelled in military and civilian healthcare leadership for more than 25 years. He is an Author, Actor, Speaker, Executive Coach, Husband & Father. Spending his early military days as a lab technician, Mark received a commission as an officer and an immediate promotion to a lab management role. As is true...
Jul 29, 2022•17 min•Ep. 79
Small business writer and Executive Summit featured educator Gene Marks shares how companies are managing through these inflationary times. Plus, he talks labor and where are all the workers? Nationally, Gene Marks appears regularly on MSNBC and Fox News as well as The John Batchelor Show and SiriusXM’s Wharton Business Channel where he talks about the financial, economic and technology issues that affect business leaders today. Gene owns and operates the Marks Group PC , a highly successful ten...
Jul 29, 2022•17 min•Ep. 78
Project Evergreen 's Ki Matsko rejoins the podcast to discuss SnowCare for Troops volunteer needs for Winter 2022-23. She is joined by special guest Brad Davis who offers a first-hand account of being involved with the program as both a soldier and a snow pro. For families of deployed military personnel, clearing driveways and sidewalks can be a real challenge. To meet that challenge, BOSS Snowplow and Project EverGreen established the SnowCare for Troops program to provide complimentary snow an...
Jul 20, 2022•16 min•Ep. 77
Many owners and managers in the professional snow and ice community have never operated in a inflationary climate. Sales guru Marvin Montgomery offers insights in how to successfully sell your services despite the economic setback. For more than 30 years, Marvin Montgomery has earned widespread national recognition and praise for his informative, practical and stimulating programs that reflect his basic philosophy: “Preparation and practice are the keys to sales success.” Marvin’s captivating pr...
Jul 12, 2022•23 min•Ep. 76
Snow Magazine contributor and industry coach Neal Glatt joins the podcast to discuss labor issues, and focuses in on how to better develop an often forgotten asset -- your existing workforce. As a John Maxwell Certified Coach, Speaker, and Trainer, industry coach Neal Glatt offers workshops, seminars, keynote speaking, and coaching to aid personal and professional growth through study and practical application of proven leadership methods. Working together, Neal moves clients and their teams' or...
Jul 11, 2022•20 min•Ep. 75
Snow Magazine contributor and industry coach Fred Haskett returns to the podcast to discuss staffing woes, supply chain issues, and how to avoid getting caught in the inflationary downward spiral. PLUS: Are contractors putting COVID behind them? Fred Haskett is a 45+ -year Green Industry veteran who has professional leadership experience as an owner in small and mid-sized operations and as a senior executive with some of the most outstanding organizations in the Green Industry. He has served as ...
Jun 24, 2022•17 min•Ep. 74
Attorneys Josh Ferguson and Alec Tyra discuss winter salt use and the implications its alleged environmental impact could have for commercial snow and ice management and how contractors can mitigate potential legal exposure. A frequent contributor to Snow Magazine, Josh Ferguson is a Partner and Co-chair of the Philadelphia office of Freeman, Mathis & Gary LLP . He is a highly experienced attorney with an array of experience in high exposure tort, employment and professional liability cases....
May 16, 2022•16 min•Ep. 73
OPEI's Kris Kiser rejoins the podcast to review the state of the power equipment industry. We discuss the impact the supply chain, fuel prices, parts availability and other issues will have as you prepare for Winter 2022-23. Kris Kiser is the President and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) , an international trade association representing more than 100 power equipment, engine and utility vehicle manufacturers and suppliers. OPEI is the advocacy voice of the industry, and a reco...
Mar 30, 2022•21 min•Ep. 71
Had it with negativity in the workplace, among your employees, and in life in general? Contributor and coach Alan Zimmerman discusses the power in being a positive influence and how things like “mind binders” and “killer statements” hold back your team’s momentum. As a best-selling author, keynote speaker, and authority on the topics of Leadership, Communication, Teamwork, and Attitude, Dr. Zimmerman has spoken to more than one million people in 49 states and 22 countries. His articles and inter...
Feb 17, 2022•23 min•Ep. 70
Industry coach and Snow Magazine contributor Joe Kujawa returns to the podcast to discuss his outlook for 2022, including managing through labor and supply chain shortfalls, reexamining pricing, and coming to terms with COVID. Joe Kujawa serves as senior facilitator and dedicated practice leader at Bruce Wilson & Co. He was most recently an owner and executive vice president of Kujawa Enterprises, Inc. (KEI), a legacy landscaping and winter services firm in Oak Creek, Wisconsin. He is a 2016...
Jan 28, 2022•23 min
Industry coach and Snow Magazine contributor Fred Haskett returns to the podcast to discuss 2022 business issues, including getting ahead of the labor crisis, managing supply chain hiccups, and re-evaluating your pricing strategy. Fred Haskett is a 45+ -year Green Industry veteran who has professional leadership experience as an owner in small and mid-sized operations and as a senior executive with some of the most outstanding organizations in the Green Industry. He has served as President, Vice...
Jan 13, 2022•33 min•Ep. 68
Jason Ostrander, dir of snow at Philly-based Sauers Snow and Ice, rejoins the podcast to discuss a recent realignment to its hiring strategy that allowed the snow ops to not only reduce in-event errors, but also better serve its clients. Founded in 1997, Joe and Mike Sauers started Sauers, Inc. as a neighborhood lawn cutting business and by 1999 they had introduced snow removal services for all of their clients. In 2003, they were joined by their sister, Stephanie Sauers-Boyd who came on as the ...
Nov 24, 2021•24 min•Ep. 67
TDS Meteorologist Joseph Cooper offers his Winter 2021-22 forecast and weighs in on La Nina's influence, seasonal extremes and what snow contractors might expect when it comes to snow and ice events this season. Thermodynamic Solutions LLC was founded in 2016 by Joseph (JT) Cooper and Beth Carpenter. Both JT and Beth were born and raised in central Indiana, and were fascinated by weather from a very young age. Their fascination and passion for weather drove them to study meteorology in college a...
Nov 24, 2021•21 min•Ep. 66
Members of the Training and Technical Assistance (T2) Center at the University of Connecticut join the podcast to discuss how they’re helping snow management pros in New England use less salt, recent research, and the potential to assist commercial contractors better manage their salt use on clients’ properties. The CT Training and Technical Assistance Center (T2 Center) at the University of Connecticut is Connecticut’s Local Technical Assistance Program, one of 51 centers in the United States f...
Nov 08, 2021•21 min•Ep. 65
ASCA Executive Director Kevin Gilbride rejoins the podcast to discuss a wealth of topics, including active legislation in Pa. and Mass., striking balance in snow and ice, overcoming labor and supply chain issues, and new challenges to be aware of heading into Winter 2021-22. The Accredited Snow Contractors Association (ASCA) was formed in 2012 with two primary objectives: to provide the professional snow contractor with formalized education to ensure continued risk reduction in the industry, and...
Oct 06, 2021•31 min•Ep. 64
SnowCare for Troops has been supporting the families of active military personnel for more than a decade. Now the national labor crisis has trickled down and threatens the program for this winter. Project Evergreen's Ki Matsko returns to the podcast to explains how and where you can help the most this winter. For families of deployed military personnel, clearing driveways and sidewalks can be a real challenge. To meet that challenge, BOSS Snowplow and Project EverGreen established the SnowCare f...
Sep 18, 2021•14 min•Ep. 63
Industry coach Neal Glatt returns to the podcast to discuss how leadership and culture can improve your odds to successfully attract and retain the necessary workforce you need for this winter. As a John Maxwell Certified Coach, Speaker, and Trainer, Neal offers workshops, seminars, keynote speaking, and coaching to aid personal and professional growth through study and practical application of proven leadership methods. Working together, Neal moves clients and their teams' organizations in the ...
Sep 01, 2021•19 min•Ep. 62
Economist Taylor St. Germain says economic growth will remain strong into 2022, but so will the ongoing labor crisis. St. Germain shares the important economic facts you need to know to run your snow ops. As an economic analyst, Taylor St. Germain provides consulting services for small businesses, trade associations, and Fortune 500 companies across a spectrum of industries. His dynamic personality and extensive knowledge of economic trends and their business relevance are highly valued by clien...
Jul 22, 2021•13 min•Ep. 61
Biz consultant Gene Marks joins the podcast to discuss why and when to develop a transition strategy, establishing goals, and why it’s maybe the most important plan you ever make in business. Gene Marks is the founder of Marks Group PC and a featured educator at the 2021 Executive Summit and will speak about estate planning and developing an exit or succession strategy for you and your business. A past columnist for both The New York Times and The Washington Post, Gene now writes regularly for T...
Jun 30, 2021•19 min•Ep. 60
KC snowfighter Kyle Rose returns to the podcast with a progress report on his new headquarters, including managing vandalism, theft, construction overruns, and how he retains his sanity. CLICK HERE to catch Episode 1 of this series. The Snow Magazine Podcast is hosted by Snow Magazine Editor Mike Zawacki and is supported by the Accredited Snow Contractor's Association (ASCA) . With education certification that gives you a measurable competitive advantage, a discounted insurance program, networki...
Jun 30, 2021•13 min•Ep. 59
University of Toronto researchers Don Jackson and Lauren Lawson discuss their recent research on winter rock salt use in urban environments and what commercial contractors must know about the long-term impact current deicing practices may have on urban environments and infrastructure. The Snow Magazine Podcast is hosted by Snow Magazine Editor Mike Zawacki and is supported by the Accredited Snow Contractor's Association (ASCA) . With education certification that gives you a measurable competitiv...
Jun 30, 2021•14 min•Ep. 58
Attorney Josh Ferguson explains the recent rise in employment-related lawsuits and how to best protect yourself and your business from these costly claims. A frequent contributor to Snow Magazine, Josh is a Partner and Co-chair of the Philadelphia office of Freeman, Mathis & Gary LLP . He is a highly experienced attorney with an array of experience in high exposure tort, employment and professional liability cases. Josh’s tort and catastrophic loss practice includes defense of premises liabi...
Apr 23, 2021•13 min•Ep. 57
Snow industry sales consultant Marvin Montgomery shares the right way to end the snow season and begin working on next winter -- focus on your existing clients. For more than 30 years, Marvin Montgomery has earned widespread national recognition and praise for his informative, practical and stimulating programs that reflect his basic philosophy: “Preparation and practice are the keys to sales success.” Marvin’s captivating presentations have assisted hundreds of organizations to meet or exceed t...
Apr 21, 2021•16 min•Ep. 56
Snow Magazine contributor and Brilar COO Mike Voories returns to the podcast to discuss his new book, Complain Or Compete: Creating an unfair advantage in a tough labor market. Plus, he shares a few tips on how to tweak your hiring practices. As Brilar's Chief Operating Officer, Mike is responsible for guiding the company’s growth, profitability, and strategic initiatives. Along with a BBA from Cleary University, Mike has been in the landscape maintenance & snow management industry for over ...
Mar 30, 2021•13 min•Ep. 55
Cleveland snowfighter Jerry Schill talks about his company’s recent partnership with private equity firm Argonne Capital, shares tips for a successful M&A deal, and explains how people factor into long-term success. Since founding the company in 1993, Jerry Schill has led Schill Grounds Management through periods of expansion. The company added multiple locations in Northeast Ohio to serve the year-round landscaping and snow and ice removal needs of over 700 multi-family, commercial, office,...
Mar 17, 2021•18 min•Ep. 54
First in an ongoing series, Kansas City snow pro Kyle Rose shares the trials and tribulations of constructing a new company headquarters. The Snow Magazine Podcast is hosted by Snow Magazine Editor Mike Zawacki and is supported by the Accredited Snow Contractor's Association (ASCA) . With education certification that gives you a measurable competitive advantage, a discounted insurance program, networking events, and opportunities to be a part of a legislative effort that is forever changing the ...
Feb 26, 2021•26 min•Ep. 53
OPEI President and CDO Kris Kiser shares equipment trends that impact the snow and ice industry, the affect COVID has had on suppliers and manufacturers, and the status of 2021 GIE+EXPO The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) represents the interests of power equipment, small engine, battery power systems, and UTV, golf car, and personal transport vehicle manufacturers and suppliers. We also develop industry standards both in the U.S. and internationally. The Snow Magazine Podcast is hosted...
Feb 25, 2021•17 min•Ep. 52
Industry leader and business coach Joe Kujawa drops in to discuss adopting a new-business mindset, planning for 2021, cautious optimism, addressing culture needs, worst-case scenarios and more. A certified Landscape Professional and active member of the NALP Board of Directors, Joe Kujawa serves as senior facilitator and dedicated practice leader at Bruce Wilson & Co. He was most recently an owner and executive vice president of Kujawa Enterprises, Inc. (KEI), a legacy landscaping and winter...
Dec 23, 2020•21 min•Ep. 51
Business coach and regular contributor Fred Haskett discusses 2020’s long-term impact to your business model, bridging labor gaps, and why owners’ and managers’ jobs will only get harder in 2021. For over 40 years Fred Haskett has been growing businesses in the “Green Industry”. After leaving Ohio State University in 1977, he first worked in a small local Garden Center for a few years until he founded a Residential Lawn Care Company in his hometown of Dover, Ohio. Fred grew GreenWorld Lawn &...
Dec 17, 2020•31 min•Ep. 50
