Join Landscape Leaders in Cleveland This August

If there’s one event this year that deserves a red circle on your calendar, it’s this one.

The Summer Growth Summit, hosted by industry expert Jeffrey Scott, is back for its 8th year—this time in Cleveland, Ohio from August 19–21, 2025. And if you’re serious about growing your landscaping business, building a stronger team, and streamlining your operations, this is where you need to be.

The landscape industry is constantly evolving. Labor is harder to find, competition is fierce, and margins are always under pressure. To stay ahead, you need more than hard work—you need the right strategies and connections. That’s exactly what this event delivers.

A Full Three-Day Experience Built for Growth

Most events talk about success. This one shows you how it’s done.

This isn’t a sit-and-listen conference. It’s a hands-on, in-the-weeds, business-building experience. Each day offers a mix of tactical learning, peer-to-peer conversations, and leadership inspiration—designed to bring value to both business owners and their teams.

Day 1: Build a Winning Team (Pre-Event Workshop – August 19)

The event kicks off with a full-day, team-focused workshop designed to level up your leadership, culture, and operational playbook.

• Hear from Jeffrey Scott on building a “Growth Habit” within your company
• Learn how Schill Grounds Management applies lean thinking for scalable operations
• Explore gamification strategies that actually boost performance
• Break down workforce planning and year-round staffing models
• Walk away with stealable tools, fresh benchmarks, and new mindsets you can apply immediately

Attendees are grouped by job function, so your operations lead, recruiter, or branch manager will be learning alongside peers who share the same challenges. Breakfast, lunch, and a networking reception are all included—plus reception-only tickets are available for spouses.

Day 2: Behind the Scenes at Schill Grounds Management (August 20)

On Wednesday, get exclusive access to two Schill facilities: their original headquarters and a second branch. You’ll rotate through 10 learning stations, where 15+ managers will share how they run key parts of the business:

• Business development and sales
• Maintenance and enhancement operations
• Fleet and equipment management
• Recruiting and workforce development
• Marketing, brand management, and more

This is your chance to see what’s working at one of the industry's fastest-growing firms—and ask direct questions while you're there. The day wraps with another reception to keep the conversations going.

Day 3: Executive-Level Strategy + Leadership Talks (August 21)

Thursday is about big-picture thinking and sharpening your edge at the leadership level. Hear from Schill’s C-suite on:

• Mastering KPIs and financial visibility
• Winning the war on talent
• Building processes that scale
• M&A strategies that work in today’s market

You’ll also get insights on empowering your Hispanic workforce, leading with inspiration, and hear from the winners of the "Mighty Oak" awards before closing with a live Q&A with Jeffrey Scott and Jerry Schill.

Why This Event Matters

The Summer Growth Summit offers practical strategies you can take home and apply directly to your business.

Jeffrey Scott recently shared how most companies misuse scorecards, setting vague targets or reviewing numbers without context. At the Summit, you’ll see how Schill uses a real operating system to drive accountability, empower teams, and hit targets every week. Get a preview with this discussion between Jeffrey & Jerry on the Ultimate Landscape CEO Podcast:

Bring your team, get everyone aligned, and return home with renewed clarity and purpose. Whether you're focused on profitability, retention, or leadership development, this event will give you practical ways to move forward.

Group Discounts & Early Bird Pricing

We know how tight the busy season can be. But carving out time in August for this event could be the most productive decision you make all year.

Early bird pricing ends April 24, with $400 off standard registration. Group discounts are also available.