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This Husband & Wife Team Love Everything Lawn Care!

πŸ“… May 27, 2026 ⏱️ 1:00:09 🎀 Evan Lindman, Greg Durbin, Bart DeVries, Karen DeVries

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  • 0:26
    Ginko Ridge Introduction
    Bart and Karen DeVries, founders of Ginko Ridge Lawn and Garden in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada, are introduced, detailing their company's faith-based foundation.
  • 17:02
    Humble Beginnings & COVID
    Bart and Karen share the story of how their business started in 2019, triggered by Bart's layoff and the opportunities that arose during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • 21:59
    Specializing in Gardening
    The DeVries discuss their focus on garden maintenance, planting, and redesign, explaining the increasing demand from an aging demographic.
  • 33:46
    Profitability of Gardening
    Bart and Karen explain that garden maintenance is a highly profitable service due to low overhead and high demand for specialized knowledge.
  • 42:32
    Faith and Business Growth
    Bart and Karen discuss how their faith has guided their business journey, providing opportunities and contacts, and how God has aligned their paths.
  • 50:47
    Employee Well-being & ADHD
    The DeVries talk about their commitment to creating a healthy work environment for employees and openly share Bart's journey with ADHD and its impact on their business and personal lives.
  • 1:05:04
    Work-Life Integration
    Bart and Karen discuss the challenges and blessings of working together as a married couple, emphasizing the importance of partnership and mutual support.
  • 1:18:41
    Equipment and Operations
    Bart details their equipment, including Exmark mowers, trucks, and a dump trailer, explaining how their setup supports their services.
  • 1:33:32
    Ginko Ridge Name Origin
    Bart explains the origin of the company name 'Ginko Ridge,' stemming from a memorable experience on his father's tree farm.

Speakers

E
Evan Lindman
Host
G
Greg Durbin
Host
B
Bart DeVries
Owner, Ginko Ridge Lawn and Garden
K
Karen DeVries
Owner, Ginko Ridge Lawn and Garden

Key Takeaways

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Consider specializing in niche services like garden maintenance and planting, as there's a growing demand from an aging population looking for comprehensive home care.

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Leverage specialized knowledge in horticulture; this expertise can differentiate your business and justify higher pricing for services that clients can't or don't want to do themselves.

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Cultivate a strong internal culture focused on employee well-being; happy and supported employees are more likely to be dedicated and contribute positively to the company's success.

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Embrace challenging times (like economic downturns or personal struggles) as potential opportunities for business growth and innovation, as they can reveal new paths or strengthen your resolve.

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Invest in quality equipment, especially vehicles, to ensure reliability and minimize downtime, recognizing that new equipment can be a better long-term investment than constantly repairing older models.

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Recognize the importance of mental health; addressing personal challenges like ADHD can lead to significant improvements in focus, organization, and overall business management.

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Develop a strong network of contacts and be open to collaborating rather than viewing all other businesses as competition; this can lead to new clients and shared resources.

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