The Right Call with Desmond Early

On episode 2 of Power Moves, Ryan and Stirling visit Foreshore Equipment and Supply in North Vancouver, British Columbia, to sit down with owner, Desmond Early. With nearly 20 years as a STIHL dealer – and a background in landscaping before that – Desmond has seen the outdoor power equipment industry change from gas-first to a growing demand for battery-powered tools.   Desmond breaks down what customers are really asking today, why power is no longer the main concern, and why battery management, charging routines, and dealer support are now the biggest parts of the conversation.    From homeowners looking for easier lawn care to commercial crews managing full workdays, this episode gives a grounded look at what the battery transition actually looks like from the dealer side.   Show notes: 00:00 - Introduction 02:00 - On location at Foreshore Equipment and Supply 02:43 - Desmond on the shift from gas to battery 03:22 - Battery management and keeping crews charged 05:14 - Reduced maintenance with battery tools 06:28 - Why dealer guidance matters for battery adoption 07:31 - Why STIHL leads Desmond's showroom 08:37 - Homeowners vs commercial users: gas or battery? 11:34 - Rain, water damage, and West Coast concerns 13:20 - Battery vs gas sales across consumer and pro users 29:11 - The dealer difference vs big box stores Visit: ​​https://www.stihl.ca/en/search?text=battery Produced by BNV Media: https://www.bnvmedia.ca/