Landscape Management, June 2017
SPONSORED CONTENT In this years LM150 issue we have an opportunity to learn how the leadership from a handful of the top 150 companies got their start in business At John Deere we are celebrating our 180th year in business Our company started in 1837 when John Deere invented the first selfscouring plow that enabled pioneer farmers to cut clean furrows through sticky Midwest soil Today we are a global company with over 60000 employees who remain committed to serving the needs of those who are linked to the land Weve heard from many of you that business is good and there are opportunities for continued growth Sustainable growth calls for new and innovative approaches and often growth requires new business solutions As you read through this issue I would encourage you to think about the opportunities that could take your company to the next level You may find that there are best practices or experiences from the LM150 companies that you can leverage This is also a great time to assess your options and business partners At John Deere we are committed to providing you with innovative products and business solutions to help get to the next level With a full line of commercial grade equipment parts financing and the best dealer network in the industry to support your business needs and help you succeed But success doesnt happen without you Your role in educating customers about the value of professionally managed landscapes is critical to the growth of the industry I encourage you to engage your clients about the benefits of managed landscapes including environmental cooling carbon dioxide absorption reduction of stormwater runoff noise reduction and more Through your efforts to educate inspire and encourage your customers to truly understand the value of managed landscapes where they live work and play our industry will grow and well all succeed Even though weve grown a lot since our humble beginnings in 1837 we are still committed to supporting the industries we serve Lets take this opportunity to learn from our peers and develop a strategy that will guide our businesses to succeed Have a prosperous 2017 Ken Taylor CLP Landscape Industry Certified Sales Manager Corporate Business Division Open here to see the full list A great start
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