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Top April articles: Boosting operations in the office and the field
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the state of the outdoor industry by reading our top OCS articles for April. In the outdoor contracting world, April showers don’t just herald in May flowers; they usher in the busiest season of work for contractors. And here at OutdoorCoffeeShop™ (OCS), it has been ...
The Coffee Shops™ welcome Hardscape North America!
Attending HNA’s annual show takes your hardscaping career to the next level. The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning online communities where the industries meet for technologies, safety, information and education for the construction trades of roofing, metal, coatings and outdoor living are pleased to welcome Hardscape North America (HNA) into their ...
The Coffee Shops™ welcome Fox and Partners!
By Jesse Sanchez. This outsourced accounting firm is helping contractors gain financial clarity and scale their businesses. The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning online communities where the industries meet for technologies, safety, information and education for the construction trades of roofing, metal, coatings and outdoor living, are pleased to welcome Fox ...
Top March articles: Experts weigh in on safety, AI and labor recruitment
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the state of the outdoor industry by reading the top OCS articles of March. OutdoorCoffeeShop™ (OCS) was established to create an online space for outdoor professionals and contractors to learn and grow together. To help facilitate that community, our team organizes and publishes a variety ...
The Coffee Shops™ welcome NORDOT® Adhesives!
NORDOT® Adhesives is a trusted specialist in high-performance adhesives engineered for demanding outdoor installation environments. The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning online communities where the industries meet for technologies, safety, information and education for the construction trades of roofing, metal, coatings and outdoor living, are pleased to welcome NORDOT® Adhesives into ...
The Coffee Shops™ welcome Flash Weather AI!
By Jesse Sanchez. Flash Weather AI delivers weather intelligence never seen before, helping outdoor industries make faster and safer operational decisions The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning online communities where the industries meet for technologies, safety, information and education for the construction trades of roofing, metal, coatings, and outdoor living are ...
The Coffee Shops™ welcome Ingage to OCS!
Ingage is a cloud-based presentation platform that helps contractors create, share and measure professional sales presentations. The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning online communities where the industries meet for technologies, safety, information and education for the construction trades of roofing, metal, coatings and outdoor living, are pleased to welcome Ingage into ...
The Coffee Shops™ welcome H&C® Decorative Concrete Products
With a continued commitment to sales excellence, first-class customer service and effective marketing, H&C ® is continuously looking for innovative ways to make concrete more appealing, artistic and colorful. The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning online communities where the industries meet for technologies, safety, information and education for the construction trades ...
Top January articles: New programs and big innovations
By Emma Peterson. A look back at the outdoor industry initiatives and momentum kicking off the new year. Here at OutdoorCoffeeShop (OCS), January brought a wave of activity. From new programs to big events, 2026 has started energetically. As we carry that momentum into February 2026, this is the perfect ...
How IPSSA helps pool professionals thrive
By Emma Peterson. With education, networking, exclusive benefits and more, an IPSSA membership is a great investment in your business. Across many different trades and professions, one thing always rings true – joining a professional association is not only a smart way to build a community with your peers, ...
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