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Kurt Kane is the president and CEO of TruGreen, a national lawn care company headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee. Kane stepped into this role in 2023 with more than 20 years of experience driving increased employee engagement and customer satisfaction. Prior to joining TruGreen, he served as president, U.S., and Chief Commercial Officer at The Wendy’s […]
If you’re watching the Super Bowl, or any sporting event for that matter, and you don’t know what the score is, it can be hard to stay engaged. Similarly, it can be difficult for your team to feel like they have a stake in the business when they don’t know how your landscape company is […]
This information came from a session during the 2024 ELEVATE conference and expo. Don’t miss ELEVATE in Phoenix, Arizona, on Nov. 2-5, 2025. High-performance teams don’t just materialize; they are cultivated by purposeful actions. If you’re looking to improve the nature of your teams and your overall company culture, it’s important to first address the five common […]
Training your team members on their primary responsibilities alone can be challenging, but if you’ve reached the place where this isn’t a hurdle anymore, an additional area of education to explore is cross-training. Amanda Jones, administrative director for King GREEN, based in Gainesville, Georgia, says they have been cross-training for two decades now. “While it […]
Sponsored content by Envu Tackling Tough Weeds With Confidence Every season brings its challenges, but for lawn care operators (LCOs), managing crabgrass and broadleaf weeds is a season-long effort. These weeds threaten the aesthetic appeal of lawns and can jeopardize your bottom line. With customers demanding green, healthy turf, the pressure is on to provide […]
After a 22-year career in pest control, Joe Campbell was introduced to the lawn care and landscape industry when he joined ABC Home and Commercial Services, based in Lewisville, Texas, nine years ago. “It was very interesting because when I accepted my position with ABC, I knew I was coming on board as vice president […]
Rain can be a headache during the busy season. But with the right planning, rain days can be productive, even when your team isn’t working in the field. Tasks for a Rainy Day One way to keep your employees busy on a rainy day is equipment maintenance. Whether it’s a routine oil change or sharpening […]
Employees have lots of options when it comes to choosing a landscape company to work for. Aside from competitive wages, one of the ways to stand out is to provide unique benefits that are less common in the industry. “In our world, finding employees is so hard that your benefit package can be the difference,” […]
For many lawn care and landscape companies, the seasonal nature of the work can make it even more challenging to retain employees, as team members might seek out new opportunities during the off-season. However, there are a number of engagement strategies to keep your staff committed to your company. David Grover, a branch manager with […]
This apartment complex near the harbor in Baltimore, Maryland, has the complete outdoor space. On the third floor, you’ll find a courtyard for gatherings, along with a separate, more secluded garden. A pool offers stunning harbor views from the ground level, while new plantings of shrubs, trees, and perennials soften the perimeter of this city […]
