Running a successful green-industry business means balancing customer service, operational efficiency, and seasonal challenges. On our blog, we share proven strategies, industry trends, and expert advice, so you can make informed decisions that help your business grow, just like your garden.
October 14, 2025
How To Go From Day-to-Day Management to Fast Growth Picture the year-long rhythm of your...
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For many garden centers, preparing for fall can feel a little daunting. Summer has been...
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Synopsis: Fresh data from independent garden centers shows that loyalty programs are quietly transforming retail...
Read MoreJune 10, 2025
Give Your Customer Dads the Gift of Gardening Father’s Day being in June makes it...
Read MoreSeptember 20, 2023
As the vibrant colors of summer fade and cooler days approach, it’s time to prepare...
Read MoreAugust 29, 2023
Are you a garden center owner using QuickBooks POS? If so, we have great news...
Read MoreMay 26, 2023
Running a successful garden center requires efficient management of various aspects, including inventory, sales, and...
Read MoreNovember 10, 2022
Rapid POS Webinar: Advancing Your Touchscreen Configuration During this webinar, you’ll learn how to...
Read MoreOctober 14, 2022
From our unique vantage point as a system provider supporting independent garden centers (IGCs), we...
Read MoreOctober 12, 2022
RapidPOS Webinar: Understanding and Implementing Touchscreen Fundamentals During this webinar, we will dive into...
Read MoreOctober 18, 2021
Independent garden centers are successful for lots of reasons, including product selection, service excellence, effective...
Read MoreJuly 1, 2021
Understanding Cost in Counterpoint was our most recent webinar, held on June 23rd, 2021.
Read MoreJanuary 28, 2021
“Creating and Managing Loyalty Programs in Counterpoint” was our most recent webinar, held on January...
Read MoreWith 10 years of experience in business management, sales, and marketing, Bliselle Martin is known for her ability to build strong teams, streamline operations, and foster customer relationships that last. Her practical insights into business structures and resources make her a trusted voice for garden centers looking to grow with confidence.
Rebecca Wright brings over a decade of experience at the intersection of marketing, PR, and the green industry. As both a published writer and hands-on grower with an urban flower farm and apiary in North Carolina, she combines industry expertise with storytelling that resonates with garden center owners and nursery professionals.
A people-first leader with executive experience across SaaS, hospitality, and digital marketing, Braden Klingaman now advises mission-driven small businesses through Kouncil Co. His focus on operational alignment, leadership development, and scalable growth gives garden center owners actionable strategies to improve profitability and performance. Based in Alpine, CA, he brings both professional insight and a grounded perspective as a husband and father of four.