Walker Manufacturing has had a stand-out presence at GIE+EXPO for 33 years, but this year was one of the best shows in a long time. With outdoor and indoor interactive booths, a Beautiful Cut viewing theater, and enthusiastic team members including the Walker family, employees, and distributors, it’s easy to see why we had a busy few days. Part of the success can be attributed to the rising interest shown by customers who are unfamiliar with the Walker mower.

David Bartlett doesn’t look 17, not at all. In fact, residents of the 65 weekly properties he maintains think he’s north of 21. That works to his advantage, but appearance isn’t the only thing that misdirects customers. Bartlett’s equipment, personality and dedication all point to an individual who is much older and wiser than his age.

Maine contractor Booth Hemingway built a great company over the past 37 years—so great that a group of investors just bought it.

Chances are, selling your company is the furthest thing from your mind. Even so, running your business like you’re preparing to sell it will not only make it an attractive buy (if and when that day comes), it’s also the only way to operate and help ensure your future and that of your employees. This advice comes from veteran landscape contractor Mike Rorie.

Cars and buses start pouring into the parking lot about two hours prior to showtime. When the curtain rises there will likely be more than 2,000 people in attendance anticipating the story of Samson and viewing the Sight & Sound Theatres’ mission: Bringing the Bible to Life.