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Concrete Techniques for Stunning Hardscapes
In this OutdoorTalk webinar, Karol Weyman is joined by Jeffrey Wells from Super-Krete to examine how contractors can elevate their hardscape projects by incorporating colorants, stains, textures and sealers. With a focus on transforming patios, walkways and other outdoor surfaces into premium-looking spaces, experts will share tips on choosing the ...
John Kenney - Winning Construction Disputes Without the Courtroom
In this From the Ground Up™ episode, host Karol Weyman sits down with John Kenney of Cotney Consulting Group to break down one of the most expensive and stressful realities contractors face: construction claims and disputes. From payment conflicts and scope creep to documentation breakdowns and stalled projects, disputes can ...
John Kenney - Legal Landmines: Protecting Profits in 2026
In this From the Ground Up™ episode, host Karol Weyman sits down with Cotney Consulting Group legal expert John Kenney to unpack the contract mistakes that are still costing contractors serious money in 2026. From vague scopes of work and poorly written change orders to payment disputes and subcontractor agreements ...
Jameson Allen - Safety Beyond the Standard: Rethinking Weather Risk
In this From the Ground Up™ episode, host Karol Weyman sits down with Jameson Allen of Flash Weather AI to discuss weather-related risks on the jobsite. The conversation unpacks the biggest threats outdoor laborers face and how those risks are currently defined. They examine OSHA’s standards for weather-related safety, questioning ...
Jameson Allen - Precision Weather and the Future of Outdoor Work
In this From the Ground Up™ episode, host Karol Weyman talks with Jameson Allen of Flash Weather AI to learn about how they are redefining what weather forecasting can do for professionals working outdoors. Jameson explains what sets Flash Weather AI apart from traditional forecasting, including a deep look at ...
John Kenney - Outdoor Operations and Strategies for Success
In this From the Ground Up™ episode, host Karol Weyman welcomes John Kenney of Cotney Consulting Group for an insightful conversation on the future of outdoor living construction. Together, they unpack the trends shaping contractor success—from operational excellence and workforce challenges to rising customer expectations. John shares practical, experience-driven strategies ...
Marketing Insights for Exterior Pros
In this From the Ground Up™ episode, Karol Weyman sits down with Rob Murray of Intrigue Media to discuss insights from 2025’s shifting digital marketing landscape, from the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT to trends in sustainability and the evolving role of Google Ads. Home improvement pros will love ...
Contracts, Safety and Compliance: What Contractors Face Today
In this From the Ground Up™ episode, Karol Weyman sits down with Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese to dive into some of the biggest issues shaping today’s contracting businesses. From navigating vegetation and plant management contracts to staying compliant with OSHA heat illness regulations, the conversation covers real challenges ...
Rachel Mohorn and Brittainy Klein - Heritage’s Commitment to the Outdoor Trades
In this episode of From the Ground Up™, host Karol Weyman sits down with Rachel Mohorn and Brittainy Klein from the Heritage Family of Companies—Premier Sponsor of outdoorcoffeeshop.com—to talk about what it means to lead, support and innovate in the outdoor construction space. Rachel and Brittainy share their perspectives on ...
Megan Magana - Dive into PSP/Deck Expo 2025
In this episode of From the Ground Up™, host Karol Weyman chats with Megan Magana about the excitement surrounding the 2025 International PSP/Deck Expo, the must-attend event for the pool, spa and outdoor living industries. As the show manager for PSP/Deck Expo, Magan dives into what attendees can expect from ...
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