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The Equip experience: Churchill Downs, puppies and bourbon
By Lauren White. From bourbon tastings to hands-on demos, the 2025 Equip Expo delivered an unforgettable mix of innovation, networking and Kentucky charm. It's been a couple months since the 2025 Equip Expo in October, but we can't stop thinking about it! Not only was Louisville, Kentucky a fun place ...
The importance of empathy in life and the workplace
By Emma Peterson. Caitlin Burke shares how overcoming health struggles influences her culture-based approach to recruitment and hiring. In a new episode of Contractor Outlook, Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Catilin Burke. Caitlin is a senior construction recruiter at Tiello, a breast cancer survivor and an autoimmune disease ...
STIHL makes a lasting mark at EQUIP Expo 2025 with innovation and immersive experiences
With bold experiences and cutting-edge tools, STIHL energized EQUIP Expo and set the tone for Spring 2026. STIHL Inc. wrapped up a dynamic showing at EQUIP Expo 2025, the premier green industry trade show held at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville. With exciting product launches, bold customer experiences and a ...
Mutt Madness boosts joy for a good cause at Equip Expo 2025
By Jenny Yu. The annual event continues to draw crowds and find loving homes for dogs. The Kentucky Humane Society, the largest animal shelter in Kentucky, returned to the 2025 Equip Expo with its popular Mutt Madness adoption event, bringing 19 furry friends to meet attendees and, ideally, find ...
Building, designing and bidding with Belgard
By Emma Peterson. Three ways Belgard is supporting their customers through all phases of their projects. In addition to 2025 being the first year The Coffee Shops™ attended the Pool Spa Patio Expo as an exhibitor, it was also our first year at Equip Expo! If you haven’t already ...
That's a wrap on 2025
By Emma Peterson. We’re celebrating the end of another year with a look back at this year's top articles, videos, podcasts and more! With the release of OutdoorCofffeeShop.com (OCS), 2025 will always be a year to remember in The Coffee Shops™ history! Our crew is so thrilled to be a ...
From 2025 into 2026: A marketing perspective
By Emma Peterson. Build a strong market presence in the new year by understanding the importance of a digital presence and navigating the rise of AI. As another year comes to a close, now is the perfect time to reflect on 2025 and the trends that have shaped the outdoors ...
Introducing The W.I.T.C.H
By Jenny Yu. A new product bewitched attendees at the 2025 Equip Expo with its ability to transform how crews work with more speed and efficiency. At the 2025 Equip Expo, The Coffee Shops™ Editor Lauren White took to the trade show floor to learn about the newest innovations ...
Weather it better: Outdoor power equipment helps clean up after storms
WeatherItBetter.com offers checklist, safety tips for home & business owners. Chainsaws, generators, snow throwers, utility type vehicles (UTVs), water pumps and other types of outdoor power equipment help home and business owners maintain properties and clean up after storms or weather-related emergencies. Home and business owners are urged to visit WeatherItBetter.com, ...
Smartec Hybrid – The industry’s most powerful ZT commercial system
The system combines the power and reliability of an electric machine with the proven technology of traditional gas machines. At Equip Exposition, Hydro-Gear again showed it understands landscapers’ needs for productivity, reliability and performance. With those needs in mind, the Smartec Hybrid Commercial ZT system was born. The system combines the ...
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