LM StaffApr 13, 2026
New research shows busy is not the same as profitable for commercial landscaping contractors in 2026.
Scott HollisterMar 4, 2026
Commercial contractors are counting on a steady business environment and an expanding client base to fuel growth in 2026.
Applications for 2026's LM150 list are now open! A big thanks to the sponsors Aspire Software, John Deere and Weathermatic who make this issue special every year.
Zevin talks about the transition into the new role with Aspire, what is on the horizon for Aspire and much more!
Tracey WalkerFeb 6, 2026
The gift, to be distributed in three annual installments of $250,000 from 2026 through 2028, is the largest contribution in the foundation’s history.
LM SponsorJan 20, 2026
Photo: Aspire Software As landscape businesses grow, informal systems break. After-hours texts, disconnected tools, and manual workarounds become bottlenecks that erode margins. Aspire Software is…
Aspire General Manager Eli Zevin joins Landscape Management’s Editor-in-Chief, Scott Hollister, to discuss what they noticed among companies on the annual LM150 list and the…
LM StaffJun 11, 2025
Mark Tipton, the founder and CEO of Aspire Software, is stepping down from the company.
Lauren DowdleFeb 18, 2025
Owner David Ward says growing their maintenance division has seen benefits throughout the entire company.
Scott HollisterNov 18, 2024
ServiceTitan said the number of shares to be offered and the price range for the proposed offering have yet to be determined.
LM SponsorNov 4, 2024
Photo: Aspire Software Aspire’s end-to-end functionality has gotten even better! Now you can manage the full scope of your landscape operations—from construction to maintenance and…
LM StaffSep 25, 2024
These enhanced capabilities expand the reach of Aspire's business management software, providing landscape contractors with a comprehensive platform to manage their business all within one unified system.
Scott HollisterSep 4, 2024
Ignite 2024 featured more than 90 educational sessions and the inaugural Aspire and FieldRoutes Excellence Awards, highlighting a commitment to innovation and customer success in the field service sector.
LM StaffAug 26, 2024
Ignite 2024 features more than 90 breakout sessions and interactive workshops led by industry experts, providing attendees with insights and hands-on learning opportunities.
Seth JonesSep 13, 2024
Aspire's Mark Tipton discusses the future of the company, the day he thought his upstart company might make it and how artificial intelligence will take Aspire to the next level.
Marty Grunder, president of The Grow Group and CEO of Grunder Landscaping Co. (GLC), shares how software will help improve your operational efficiency, especially regarding reporting and correcting issues.
Mark Tipton, CEO and founder of Aspire, joins LM's Editorial Director, Seth Jones to break down the numbers and companies that make up this year's LM150 list.
LM StaffMay 22, 2024
Greg Herring of The Herring Group and Gage Roberts of Aspire will dive into the management of labor hours and how highly profitable companies manage labor hours well.
LM StaffApr 15, 2024
The new Elite Partner Program is a partnership with industry brands that demonstrate exceptional commitment to the success and growth of landscape professionals.
LM StaffFeb 21, 2024
The integration allows users to leverage data, make more calls, book more jobs and create higher customer spending.
LM StaffOct 12, 2023
Marketing agency will host a one-day event to help business owners plan for 2024 success.
LM StaffOct 4, 2023
The webinar will offer tips to interpret data and get actionable insights to inform sales efforts.
Seth JonesSep 12, 2023
Seth Jones chats with Mark Tipton, CEO of Aspire Software, about the latest industry technology, including a rise in autonomous equipment.
Seth JonesFeb 15, 2024
Mark Tipton, CEO of Aspire Software, and LM's Editor-in-Chief Seth Jones break down the numbers that make up this year's LM150 list, including $16 billion in total revenue.