Douglas Ringer - American Lawnscape

Welcome to The McKinney Podcast, where we celebrate the people and happenings that make our city "Unique By Nature." Our guest for this episode is Douglas Ringer, Owner of American Lawnscape. The MCKPOD is presented by RiskWell and FredShots Photography and recorded at the RiskWell studio in McKinney. Your hosts are James Jenkins and Fred Mahusay. Key Topics: Growing up in Omaha, Nebraska and early love of the outdoors and nature Joining the Army Reserves in high school and pursuing theater, journalism, and marching band Serving as a combat military policeman and operating a POW camp during Desert Storm Returning from service, earning a biology degree, and entering the turf industry via golf courses Writing books on nutritional supplements and transitioning away from golf course management Returning to military service in 2006 as a career counselor supporting soldiers dealing with PTSD Reconnecting with Barbara, relocating to McKinney, and launching American Lawnscape in 2013 Evolving from a full-service lawn company to a specialized turf treatment and fertilization business Customizing lawn care plans based on individual yard biology, soil conditions, and seasonal changes Barbara Crouch's role as partner and the company's commitment to communication and community Resources Mentioned: https://americanlawnscape.com Visit https://www.mckinneypodcast.com to subscribe to the email list and never miss an episode. Join the #MCKPOD community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/mckinneypodcast and engage with your neighbors and fellow fans of the show. Check out the #MCKPOD YouTube Channel to watch the video versions of our episode and see lots of additional content: https://youtube.com/@mckinneypodcast James and Fred would love to hear from you with any comments, questions, or ideas! Email the show at [email protected] and you may be featured on a future mailbag segment.