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The landscape industry is often described as a people business. Similarly, the military depends on teamwork and people working together efficiently. āBoth rely on trust, communication, and accountability,ā says Mike Felts, division vice president for Ruppert Landscape, based in Laytonsville, Maryland. āIn the military, you depend on your unit to get the mission done safely. […]
Veterans Day is a time to honor Americaās military members for their loyalty and service, but it can also be a time to reflect on how you support your veteran employees. One way is encouraging them to participate in NALPās Veterans in Landscape Network (VILN). This network provides a space for veterans to connect with […]
The search for skilled labor is a constant concern, but one promising pool is military veterans. Each year the military discharges 270,000 service members and 80 percent wonāt have a job lined up. āIt makes good business sense to hire veterans,ā says Elly Zemetra, senior director of talent management for BrightView, based in Blue Bell, […]
Today marks Veterans Day, a day set aside to honor Americaās veterans for their service and sacrifice. We caught up with a handful of veterans who have transitioned from the military into the lawn care and landscape industry. How They Ended Up in the Industry Alejandro Fairley, served in the Army for nine years. He […]
