Powerhouse Hits the Road In 2020 for 21 Trade Shows

Powerhouse Hits the Road In 2020 for 21 Trade Shows

What We’re Up To

2020 will be a busy year for the Powerhouse Business Development Team as we crisscross the nation attending conferences and trade shows to spread the word about our services for Construction, Facility Maintenance, Landscaping/Snow Removal and Rollouts. While this grueling schedule could wear out even the most seasoned teams, it energizes Powerhouse’s BD Team! We love being on the road because it means we get to see our clients and our partners, as well as meet prospective clients, all while telling the Powerhouse story.

With our experience in multiple industries we can help you deliver successful projects, improve your brand image, and implement programs on time and on budget. Let us show you!

Want to talk with us at any of the shows below?  Lace up your running shoes and catch us if you can. Contact Us

Show City State Location Begin Date End Date
StorePoint Fresh Austin TX JW Marriott 1/26/2020 1/29/2020
StorePoint Retail Seattle WA Hyatt Regency 2/9/2020 2/12/2020
StorePoint Fashion New Orleans LA New Orleans Marriott 3/1/2020 3/4/2020
RFMA Denver CO Gaylord Rockies 3/8/2020 3/10/2020
SPECS Dallas TX Gaylord Texan 3/15/2020 3/17/2020
NMFT Baltimore Baltimore MD Baltimore Convention Center 3/17/2020 3/19/2020
RestaurantPoint West Phoenix AZ JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort and Spa 3/29/2020 4/1/2020
Vizient’s Conference Las Vegas NV Wynn Resort 3/30/2020 4/2/2020
HotelPoint Scottsdale AZ Western Kierland Resort and Spa 4/5/2020 4/8/2020
BuildPoint San Antonio TX JW Marriott Hill Country Resort and Spa 4/19/2020 4/22/2020
Connex Orlando FL Gaylord Palms 4/20/2020 4/22/2020
Atlanta Apartment Association Atlanta GA Cobb Galleria Centre 5/13/2020 5/13/2020
Banking Facilities Forum Austin TX Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort 5/19/2020 5/21/2020
Apartmentalize Boston MA Boston Convention and Exhibition Center 6/17/2020 6/20/2020
Premier Conference Nashville TN TN Gaylord Opryland Resort 6/23/2020 6/26/2020
ASHE Annual Chicago IL McCormick Place 8/2/2020 8/5/2020
C-BuildPoint Bonita Springs FL Hyatt Regency Coconut Point 9/20/2020 9/23/2020
Florida Apartment Association Hollywood FL Diplomat Beach Resort 9/30/2020 10/2/2020
RestaurantPoint East Atlanta GA Omni Atlanta Hotel at CNN Center 10/18/2020 10/21/2020
SeniorLivingPoint Santa Ana Pueblo NM Hyatt Regency Tamaya 10/25/2020 10/28/2020
NMHC OPTECH Conference Las Vegas NV Wynn Resort 11/16/2020 11/18/2020

 

Landscape Industry Trends

Landscape Industry Trends

Your property’s exterior will make the first impression. Let us help you stand out.

Landscape Industry Trends

The Landscaping Industry has a direct correlation to the health of property markets, which has been on a steady incline since 2014. Because of this, we see several features within the industry rising as well. The Landscape Services Industry as a whole in 2019 hit some incredible mile markers:

  • $99bn
  • Over 500,000 businesses dedicated to Landscape Services
  • An annual growth of 4.4% (2014-2019)
  • Almost 1.1m industry employees

 

Here’s what we learned from 2019

Technology

This is a trend that does not discriminate! Technological advances have been touching every industry for quite some time and it’s up to us to keep up.

Design

The rush to catch up to your landscape’s growth has led to a different direction of landscape design. Without leaving the trend of more and more green space out, customers are opting in for a more low-maintenance landscape from the beginning. Choosing the design for your region and space can lead to overall less touches when it comes to maintaining your exterior. An asymmetrical design is an example of how some are choosing to fit in with this trend.

Wellness

Wellness is a trend that correlates with landscape services. As the mantra of a healthy mind and body grow, so does the need and appreciation for green space. Because everyone is starting to become aware of green spaces, businesses are trying to focus more on improvement and grooming.

Powerhouse is keeping up with these trends so that this industry doesn’t out-grow us. We know what’s important to our clients and our clients’ clients. We’re up-to-date on technology and we understand the reason for the variety of landscaping designs and the “why” behind all of it.

Powerhouse can be your easy button for landscape services. Don’t let these trends overgrow your exterior!

Powerhouse’s Exterior Services
  • Snow and Ice Management
    • Snow Removal
    • Hauling
    • De-icing
  • Parking Lot
    • Pressure Washing
    • Sweeping
    • Striping
    • Repair & Sealing
    • Concrete Repairs
    • ADA Compliance
  • Landscape Services
    • Grounds Maintenance & Clean-Up
    • Hardscapes
    • Irrigation
    • Tree Trimming

 

 

Sources
Total Landscape Care’s Green Industry Trends of 2019 (https://www.totallandscapecare.com/landscaping/green-industry-trends-2019/)
IBISWorld’s Landscaping Services Industry in the US - Market Research Report (https://www.ibisworld.com/united-states/market-research-reports/landscaping-services-industry/)
Turf Magazine’s 5 Major Social Trends Important to the Landscape Industry (https://www.turfmagazine.com/business-management/important-social-trends/)
Get to Know Us

Get to Know Us

Get to know Powerhouse in Retail & Restaurant Facility Business’s January Edition in an interview with one of our Principal/Owners, Robert Blake-Ward.

We spend a great deal of time on our core: people, process and technology

Retail&Restaurant: Where are you based and how long has Powerhouse been in business?

Robert Blake-Ward, Powerhouse

Robert Blake-Ward: Our head­quarters is in Crowley, Texas, about 30 minutes south of Fort Worth. Powerhouse was founded in 2004.

R&R: What is your title and how long have you been with the com­pany?

Blake-Ward: I am a principal/owner of Powerhouse and have been so since 2011.

R&R: What trades/services do you offer retailers and restau­rants?

Blake-Ward: Powerhouse spe­cializes in Construction Services (remodels and refresh projects), Facility Maintenance (scheduled and reactive services, integrat­ed program management, inte­rior and exterior) and custom­ized Rollouts (high volume, high velocity, high impact projects across thousands of locations na­tionwide).

R&R: In what regions of the country do you conduct most of your business, or are you nation­wide?

Blake-Ward: We work in all 50 U.S. states. Although based in Texas, our work takes us all over the map.

R&R: What makes your com­pany’s “signature service” stand out in the industry?

Blake-Ward: We spend a great deal of time on our core: people, process and technology. Our Infinity platform allows for real-time update as work progresses in the field. Our people drive the results with great training and accountability for their proj­ect’s success – customer-centric teams who create a great project result.

R&R: What kind of feedback do you receive from clients?

When a client calls with an issue, our people react quickly and efficiently. 

Blake-Ward: We aim to make every client a “Raving Fan of Powerhouse.” We often get com­plimented on our sense of ur­gency, which is a key ingredient in our customer service and suc­cess. When a client calls with an issue, our people react quickly and efficiently. When we get a work order, a Powerhouse em­ployee answers the phone and is dedicated to getting someone out to location within the business hours.

R&R: Why should owner/opera­tors choose your company to be their next vendor partner?

Blake-Ward: We have the peo­ple, process and technology, as mentioned earlier, but we also have the resources. We pride ourselves not only on our client relationships, but also on our Powerhouse Partner relationships – relationships with our key vendors across the country. These are partnerships that have allowed us to have con­stant, national coverage for all our clients’ needs.

R&R: How many retail/restau­rant clients do you have, and is that sector growing for you? Would you like to name any of your clients?

Blake-Ward: We have more than 80 distinct customers of various types and sizes. Retail and restaurant are just two of the eight industries Powerhouse focuses on and where we per­form the majority of our work. Retail clients are what started Powerhouse, and we’ve main­tained many of those initial cli­ents throughout Powerhouse’s lifetime. As the industry itself is constantly changing and grow­ing, so does Powerhouse and the opportunities we are given.

R&R: Many traditional retail­ers, in particular, are downsiz­ing their portfolios. Overall, res­taurant/hospitality is growing. What other trends are you seeing in the industry?

Blake-Ward: We continue to see a hyper-competitive market where operators need to differentiate – they are innovating both their brand offerings and how they deliver it, blending the ordering/pickup expereince to serve different customer needs. Operators need to execute these programs faster than ever and with fewer resources to manage – they lean on partners to help manage more of the communication and planning of their projects.

R&R: What is your advice for FM vendors reacting to this shifting climate?

Blake-Ward: Partner with your suppliers; you’ll get more value in return. Don’t be afraid to try a new approach you haven’t done before.

In case you missed it, see how our Senior Director of Operations of FM answers this question in her article with Retail & Restaurant Facility Business.

R&R: What predictions do you have – for your company, your industry or both – in 2020?

Blake-Ward: Continued growth, continued opportunities and continued challenges, for everyone in our industry.

 

Click here to read Robert’s interview in Retail & Restaurant’s Jan. issue.
Customer Service Week

Customer Service Week

October 7-11, 2019

During the first full week in October there is always an exciting buzz around the Powerhouse Office. Powerhouse has celebrated Customer Service Week since 2016. During this week we celebrate and recognize all our incredible employees who exemplify our customer service expectations and core values. We also spend time fine-tuning our customer service skills while having a great time doing it. Our goal every year with Customer Service Week is to learn how to have fun while having a positive and lasting impact on people.

When we prioritize meeting the needs of our customers in a manner of excellence, integrity and humility, we create a relationship with the customer that is not only long-lasting but sets us apart. This is a huge component in how we have a positive and lasting impact on people.

-Fallon Leeth, Construction Coordinator

Customer Service Week showcases the creative ways an employee can improve the Customer Experience. Reading through all of the customer comments and feedback provides inspiration and innovative ideas to take your service to the next level. Having a positive and lasting impact is realized by delivering these experiences continuously over time, and that is what we strive for!!

-Dillon Coggins, Business Developer

 

Powerhouse Wins “Best Digital Transformation” at NextStep 2019

Powerhouse Wins “Best Digital Transformation” at NextStep 2019

Powerhouse has been involved with Outsystems since 2018. Outsystems is a global leader in low code rapid development technologies, and is a leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Multi-experience Platforms and Low-Code Application Platforms, as well as a leader in the Forrester Low-Code Platforms Wave.

We were excited to be invited to their NextStep 2019 Conference at the beginning of October where we were represented by Powerhouse’s Senior Applications Developer, Mark McRight. Mark and Team have been steps ahead of Powerhouse’s growth as we’ve picked up the pace more and more every year. What an honor for Powerhouse and our spectacular IT team to be chosen for “Best Digital Transformation” out of hundreds of global Outsystems customers at the 2019 Innovation Awards!

Thank you, Outsystems and DoiTLean, for your help getting here and the recognition of our team’s hard work throughout this past year!

With their rapid growth and success,  Powerhouse, a leader and innovator in Construction and Facility Maintenance, was challenged with legacy technologies and processes that were entirely dependent on e-mail, spreadsheets and disconnected platforms. Leveraging low code and rapid development tools from Outsystems and their chosen delivery partner DoitLean, Powerhouse developed a unified technology platform in just 14 weeks to reduce touchpoints through maintainable automation and workflow within several areas of their operation. The process improvement and workflow begins with New Business submission, and flows to project setup, resource profiles & allocation, performance tracking, travel booking and management. Through the implementation of high-tech process and workflow, the ability to continue unmatched customer service, project management and Quality control while continuing rapid growth is made possible.

 

CONTACT US:
812 South Crowley Road, Ste A
Crowley, Texas 76036
PHONE: 817-297-8575
FAX: 682-233-7050

VISION: TO HAVE A POSITIVE AND LASTING IMPACT ON PEOPLE.

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CONTACT US:
812 South Crowley Road, Ste A
Crowley, Texas 76036
PHONE: 817-297-8575
FAX: 682-233-7050

VISION: TO HAVE A POSITIVE AND LASTING IMPACT ON PEOPLE.

Copyright 2021 Powerhouse | All Rights Reserved | Privacy Policy | Cookie Policy

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Exterior Maintenance Services for Warm Weather

 

Powerhouse offers a comprehensive group of national commercial landscape maintenance services for commercial properties. Our services are squarely focused on keeping your facilities looking their absolute best. Our national landscape maintenance services include tree maintenance services irrigation system maintenance, grounds maintenance and cleanup, and porter services.

Our team is experienced with managing national commercial landscape portfolios. We combine our national landscape maintenance services and our full suite of national facility maintenance programs including national commercial parking lot services and national commercial power washing programs that will ensure that your company’s facilities always have a warm and inviting look.

SNOW AND ICE MANAGEMENT

De-icing Services

Snow Plowing

Snow Hauling

Pre-treatment Applications

Sidewalk Snow/Ice Management

Parking Garage Snow Management

PARKING LOT SERVICES

Pressure Washing

Sweeping

Striping

Repair & Sealing

Concrete Repairs

ADA Compliance

Porter Services

Emergency Debris Removal

Trash Receptacle Maintenance

LANDSCAPE SERVICES

Grounds Maintenance & Clean-Up

Hardscapes

Turf Maintenance

Fertilization and Weed Control

Mulch Application

Pruning and Landscape Bed Maintenance

Seasonal/Regional Site Cleanup

Irrigation Services

Landscape Enhancement Services

Tree Removal and Maintenance

Palm Tree Maintenance

Storm Cleanup