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NALP has recently introduced eight new Landscape Business Management Certificate courses. These courses are ideal for mid-level professionals and cover essential skills needed to excel in key business areas. What Topics Are Covered? The courses cover a comprehensive range of topics including: Contract Law & Risk Management Essentials – covers aspects like effective contract management […]
Along the shores of Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, sits a home transformed from the ground up. Before this project, the property was outdated and featured a woodland of invasive plants and dying ash trees. After working with Landmark Landscapes, based in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin, the home has become a vibrant lakefront retreat for the family and […]
The trendy city of Austin, Texas, is home to a variety of attractions, including a shopping center called The Domain. This property features everything from tourist sites and stores to residential space, giving locals and visitors a chance to enjoy the vibrant culture of Austin. It’s also home to several luxury brands, including Louis Vuitton […]
Do you stay in contact with your tax professional throughout the year or only reach out come tax time? “Regularly scheduled meetings allow your tax professional to provide valuable advice on managing capital assets, equipment purchases, and other major financial decisions,” says Peter Thelen Sr., CPA and founder of Thelen Financial. Working Effectively with Tax […]
When you start offering services that can provide your company with recurring revenue, you can’t assume all your cash flow problems will go away instantly. After securing clients in maintenance contracts, it’s important to make sure they continue to renew regularly. Otherwise, you’ll still be in the cycle of constantly replacing the revenue you lost. Length […]
It can be the elephant in the room at times, but for many landscape companies, a good percentage of their workforce only speaks Spanish or has a very limited English vocabulary. This language barrier can cause issues with safety, executing jobs, company culture and overall employee morale and retention. Having a bilingual team member on […]
Veterans are ideal employees to recruit to the landscape industry thanks to their work ethic, determination, loyalty, and collaborative skills. “Our military has some of the best managerial leadership training in the world,” says Joe Lewis, a Marine Corps veteran and director with Monarch Landscape Management, based in Houston, Texas. “Providing these loyal leaders with […]
During the giving season, there are numerous worthwhile causes to donate to, including the NALP Foundation, which plays a crucial role in shaping the future of the landscape workforce through several key initiatives. “Every donation, no matter the size, has a significant impact,” says Joe Ketter, president of the NALP Foundation board. “Small donations when […]
Thanksgiving can serve as a time to reflect on everything one is grateful for, both personally and professionally. We caught up with some of our members who shared what they’re thankful for this year in their companies and lives. “No matter the situation, there is always something to be grateful for,” says Robyn Schmitz, owner/CEO […]
Brian Helgoe is the CEO, founder and a member of the board of Monarch Landscape Companies. Before founding his company, Helgoe was the senior vice president of ValleyCrest, where he managed landscape maintenance and construction operations nationwide. Monarch Landscape Companies was founded in 2015 and continues to grow by merging with long-standing businesses in the […]
