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An in-depth look into Canada’s landscape and snow removal industry. Hosted by Grant Harrison, a 30-year veteran who has taken his vast knowledge and experience and built a successful coaching business in Nextra Consulting. Featuring one-on-one interviews with business owners, industry giants, national suppliers, innovators and support organizations. Learn business management lessons and strategies from some of the most professional companies in Canada. 

  1. 2024-01-22

    Episode 70 - Nextra Update/Powergroup Resources (W/guest Jake DeJong)

    There have been some recent changes at Nextra! In this episode, Grant and Marla share about those changes, and the circumstances that set the changes in motion. Then Grant speaks with Jake DeJong from PowerGroup Resources about their part in the changes and what the future holds for both PowerGroup and Nextra.  Episode Links: Connect with Jake 519-865-2487 Email PowerGroup Resources Connect with Grant Email 519.868.6398 LinkedIn Twitter  Nextra Consulting Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

    30 min

  2. 2023-10-27

    Episode 69 - Dave Hockley (Hockley Landscape)

    On today's episode, our HR Director, Charolette Cascioli talks with Dave Hockley from Hockley’s Landscaping in Simcoe. Hockley’s brought in two temporary foreign workers this year and Dave shares what that experience has been like for him and for his company as well as the staffing struggles that led up to using the TFW program and what the benefits have been since. If you are at all curious of how the TFW program could help you're business and what to hear directly from another contractor, you have come to the right place.  Episode Notes: Connect with Dave  519-909-0117 Email  Hockley's Landscaping Episode Sponsor – Bidwell Financial Bidwell Financial website  James Fullerton phone: 416.906.3398 James Fullerton email Connect with Grant Email 519.868.6398 LinkedIn Twitter  Nextra Consulting Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

    36 min

  3. 2023-10-13

    Episode 68 - Wendy Ladd (Jim Pattison Lease)

    On today's episode, we welcome  back Wendy Ladd from Jim Pattison Lease. Wendy talks about the services JPL provides as well as gives us an update on the current vehicle market. She provides information on timelines and availability of new vehicles and outfitting, and then touches on what’s happening with electric vehicles as well as discounts available to contractors. We have Wendy on each year to give us all updates from the vehicle side of things and we love having her every time, enjoy! ** Apologies for the slight audio dips throughout this episode, sometimes when we record virtually, zoom does not like to cooperate but we feel it did not take away from the content of Wendy & Grants  great conversation** Episode links: Connect with Wendy  416.417.5233 Wendy.ladd@jplease.com Jim Pattison Lease Website Connect with Grant Email 519.868.6398 LinkedIn                                       Twitter  Nextra Consulting Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

    39 min

  4. 2023-09-22

    Episode 67 - Paul Vanderzon

    On today's episode, Grant speaks with Paul Vanderzon, a lifetime landscape/snow industry professional and mentor to many. Paul has spent his life working in and advocating for the snow removal industry and its associations. Grant and Paul discuss his experience, the changes he’s seen in the industry and the ones he feels still need to happen as well as the benefits of snow contractors being part of associations like SIMA. This interview was a treat to record as Paul is full of experience, industry knowledge, and passion and we know you'll love listening to it. Episode Links Metal Pless SIMA En pleine têmpete TV show (season 1, episode 1) Project Snow Fighter episodes Connect with Paul Email LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: Jim Pattison Lease Wendy Ladd 416.417.5233 Wendy.ladd@jplease.com Connect with Grant Email 519.868.6398 LinkedIn                                       Twitter  Nextra Consulting Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

    1h 5m

  5. 2023-09-08

    Episode 66 - Ryan Quigley & Mitch Bursey (Storm Solutions +)

    On today's episode, Grant talks with Ryan Quigley and Mitch Bursey from Storm Solutions made a transition to liquid brine in 2019 and they share how they made that transition, what was involved, and how they trained their staff. Storm Solutions Plus is their sales, service and parts business. They are the Canadian dealer for VSI by Boss and for MetalPless snow blades and they were excited to share their story! Episode Links: Connect with Ryan Email LinkedIn Facebook   Connect with Mitch  Email LinkedIn  Facebook   Storm Solutions Plus  Website Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn 705-775-7587   Other Links VSI by Boss  MetalPless Innovative Surface Solutions   Episode Sponsor: Jim Pattison Lease Wendy Ladd 416.417.5233 Wendy.ladd@jplease.com   Connect with Grant Email 519.868.6398 LinkedIn                                       Twitter    Nextra Consulting Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

    37 min

  6. 2023-08-25

    Episode 65 - Brian Cotter (LGMP/Durham Artificial Grass)

    On Today's episode, Grant is joined by Brian Cotter. Brian is the president of Lloyd’s Grounds Management Professionals and Durham Artificial Grass. Brian and Grant talk about about his history in the landscape industry, his dual businesses, the growth of the artificial turf industry and about the company culture he and his leadership team have created. They also give some sage wisdom on investing in your company and your people by hiring consultants and being part of peer groups. Unfortunately, there were some spots where Brian cuts out a bit due to connection, but it does not take away from the message being presented.  Brian & Grant cover a lot of ground in this episode and we know you’ll appreciate all he has to share.  Episode Links: Connect with Brian Email 905-263-2225 Lloyd’s Grounds Management Professionals Website Twitter Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Durham Artificial Grass Website Twitter Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Other Links Jeffrey Scott  Jacki Hart Episode Sponsor: Jim Pattison Lease Wendy Ladd 416.417.5233 Wendy.ladd@jplease.com Connect with Grant Email 519.868.6398 LinkedIn                                       Twitter  Nextra Consulting Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

    50 min

  7. 2023-08-11

    Episode 64 - The LO podcast w/ guest speaker Grant Harrison

    Today we’re sharing a podcast from Landscape Ontario where Grant was the guest. Grant discusses what he will be teaching at the Waterloo Chapter events this fall, as well as touching on some current issues facing the industry like sales and staffing. Grant doesn't often get to be on the other side of the microphone so we are excited to share this with you! Connect with Grant Email 519.868.6398 LinkedIn                                       Twitter  Nextra Consulting Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Landscape Ontario Unlock Your Business Potential Education Series Certified Landscape Horticulture Manager (CLHM) Program Grant’s Bookshelf Leaving a Legacy: Navigating Family Businesses Succession by David C. Bentall

    33 min

  8. 2023-07-28

    Episode 63 - Jim & Jenna Monk (Encore Presentation)

    With company culture as our theme this month, we thought we would bring back an interview Grant did a couple of years ago with Jim & Jenna Monk of Markham Property Services. Grant met Jim and Jenna a number of years ago and was impressed with their willingness to share their journey, their victories as well as their failures, and their wisdom in order to see the landscape industry become full of destination companies focusing on company culture. We loved this conversation then, and we love it even more now. Episode Links Markham Property Services Facebook Instagram Website 647.493.2909 Connect with Jim Email Connect with Jenna Email Jim & Jenna’s Bookshelf The Who Book by Geoff Smart and Randy Street  The Great Game of Business by Jack Stack The Five-Minute Journal  Other Links ISO 9001 Snow Certification SIMA Episode Sponsor: Jim Pattison Lease Wendy Ladd 416.417.5233 Wendy.ladd@jplease.com Connect with Grant Email 519.868.6398 LinkedIn Twitter  Nextra Consulting Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

    1h 1m
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An in-depth look into Canada’s landscape and snow removal industry. Hosted by Grant Harrison, a 30-year veteran who has taken his vast knowledge and experience and built a successful coaching business in Nextra Consulting. Featuring one-on-one interviews with business owners, industry giants, national suppliers, innovators and support organizations. Learn business management lessons and strategies from some of the most professional companies in Canada. 

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  • Creator
    Grant Harrison
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    71
  • Rating
    Clean
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