Ken Hutcheson: How a Focus on Culture has Helped U.S. Lawns Lead its’ Industry
Intentionally cultivated and fostered, the U.S. Lawns’ culture is what has propelled the brand forward to lead its industry and set the foundation for growth. Ken Hutcheson, president of U.S. Lawns breaks down the culture into four principles. These principles are what help the brand change the lives of their…
Read moreTommy Kilbride Joins U.S. Lawns to Find Lifestyle Flexibility
After years of working in real estate development and management, Tommy Kilbride decided it was time to build something for himself. “I wanted the pride of being able to put my name on something of my own. I wanted to be able to say to my girls that their dad…
Read moreEmerging and Essential: U.S. Lawns on Modrn Businss Podcast
Modrn Businss is a highly rated podcast which explores and discusses business technology and lessons from leaders in franchising. The podcast’s most recent series “Emerging and Essential Businesses” has been highlighting franchises that have been deemed essential services in the pandemic and exploring how they have adapted. U.S. Lawns was…
Read moreMike Fitzpatrick and U.S. Lawns’ Evolving Support Systems
Early on, Mike Fitzpatrick found a deep sense of satisfaction in landscaping. “I like being outside, but also I like being able to look back see what I have accomplished. Landscaping improves your community in ways you can see.” What started as a love for the outdoors and summer jobs…
Read more5 Tips to Improve Your Validation Process
When examining whether a franchise opportunity is a good fit for you, insights gained from validation are invaluable. Interviewing existing franchisees will help you gain perspective on how the systems and culture of the franchise actually play out and if the franchisor is delivering on its value proposition. It will…
Read moreBrandon Moxam Provides Leadership to U.S. Lawns’ Sales and Marketing Efforts
Brandon Moxam grew up in an entrepreneurial family. His family owned and operated an office equipment business. He saw firsthand the ups and downs that go with owning a small business. It also instilled in him a lifelong love of helping individuals realize their entrepreneurial dreams. Today, Moxam is doing…
Read moreWhat Will My U.S. Lawns Territory Look Like?
One of the most visited pages on the U.S. Lawns Franchise website is our available territories page. How we define those territories is also one of the questions we get asked the most. Because we understand how important location is when making the decision to invest, we wanted to give…
Read moreBeing the Optimistic Leader Your Team Needs
In times of uncertainty, it is more important than ever to become the optimistic leader your team needs. Optimistic leaders are best when they are able to balance positivity while remaining grounded in reality. As the Covid-19 pandemic impacts small businesses across the globe, those able to remain focused on their vision will prevail and…
Read moreU.S. Lawns Franchisees Find Purpose through Community Improvement
For U.S. Lawns, the brand position of “Improve Your Community. Improve Your Life.” is more than just a tagline, it’s an important part of our brand DNA. United by a passion for service to our neighbors, we are committed to providing first rate landscape maintenance crews and commercial grounds management…
Read moreWhat Does it Mean to be a Friend in Business?
As we all personally and professionally navigate uncharted territory during the current global health crisis, being a friend is more important than ever. The U.S. Lawns brand promise is: “To be there, be responsive, be excellent, and be a friend”, emphasized in our mantra “close to the customer and close…
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