Ground Etc.

Nov 26 2024 12 ep. 43 mins 1
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ABI presents Ground Etc, where we talk all things turf care and ground prep. This podcast is for grounds keepers, landscape contractors, and anyone interested in working in the dirt. From the right equipment, to the right crew, to the strategies needed to run a successful business. We talk to experts of the industry about the ground, the work, et cetera!

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How to be Successful in Hiring, Retention & Finances – with Pete Denny

Nov 26 2024 51 mins  
If you're a crew leader or landscaping business owner, you won’t want to miss Pete’s top tier insights on creating high quality work for your customers and a high quality environment for your employees. Check out more of Ground Etc. on https://www.forcebyabi.com/ground-etc

Breaking Into Adjacent Markets – With Pete Denny

Nov 12 2024 50 mins  
This episode, Matt sits down with Pete Denny, landscaping YouTuber and founder of GCI Turf, to talk about the equipment, strategies, and connections that helped his business break into adjacent turf care markets.

What's Next in Landscaping Equipment – With Nate Smith

Oct 29 2024 39 mins  
We’re getting into gear in Season 2 Episode 3! Tune in to hear us talk about the future of landscaping equipment with ABI’s Vice President of Engineering, Nate Smith.

How to Win Bids & Make Money – With Kevin Keigley

Oct 16 2024 37 mins  
This episode, ABI’s co-founders Scott Holmes and Kevin Keigley are back to talk about how to build a landscaping business from the ground up, and which strategies and equipment he used to help his business grow.

Finding Better Ways for Soil Prep & Turf Maintenance – With ABI Founder Kevin Keigley

Oct 09 2024 49 mins  
It’s Season 2! Episode one is packed with useful info for anyone in ground care work. Scott Holmes sits down with his longtime business partner and ABI’s founder, Kevin Keigley, to talk about how he started his landscaping business, why he started inventing his own equipment, and what tips and tricks he’s learned over the years working in the landscaping industry.

Doing the Renovation Work On Sports Fields – With Leah Withrow

May 07 2023 44 mins  
If your baseball field is in bad shape, making small adjustments isn’t enough to give you the consistent playability you need. Renovating your field gets down to the field’s base and gives you a fresh start. Leah Withrow, head groundskeeper at the home of the Reno Aces and the recent award recipient for the 2022 professional baseball field of the year, is here talking with us a

Starting Out In Sports Field Maintenance – With Leah Withrow

Apr 30 2023 54 mins  
Ever wondered how people get into ballfield maintenance? Leah Withrow, head groundskeeper at the award-winning Greater Nevada Field, is here to tell you everything you need to know about getting started in sports field maintenance. Greater Nevada Field named Sports Field Management Association’s Field of the Year Article

Maintaining Ballfields on a Limited Budget – With Taylor Coquillard

Apr 23 2023 37 mins  
In the studio for this episode is Taylor Coquillard; he’s here to help you get the most out of your baseball and softball grooming equipment. Taylor has loads of experience playing, coaching, and maintaining local fields. He knows his way around a ballfield and the challenges that come with working with limited time, labor, and budget for equipment. To learn more about ABI Force

Dealing with Drainage Issues on Your Field – With Cory Stoneburner

Apr 16 2023 36 mins  
On Episode 3 of Ground Etc., we talk about where the water is going on your ballfield. Our guest, Cory Stoneburner, worked for a company that specialized in ball field installation and renovation. He has been with ABI for two years, and now he’s ready to discuss water pitfalls to avoid and recommend drainage setups to prevent flooding and wash outs.

Leading A Groundskeeping Crew – With Chuck White

Apr 09 2023 48 mins  
We’re back with Chuck White, of United Turf and Track. In this episode, we switch from discussing what goes on behind the scenes to how anyone can lead and empower their crew, on and off the infield. Whether you have a team of full-time people, or you are leading a small group of volunteers, we cover everything from tackling interpersonal issues to learning how to lead for the fi