A Day in the Life of Melissa Kline
To move forward and build a career you love, you sometimes need to make a sharp turn from the expected…

To move forward and build a career you love, you sometimes need to make a sharp turn from the expected…
Nelson Braybrook, owner of Call Nelson Landscaping in Mississauga, Ontario, always had a passion for building, but his path to becoming a successful hardscaping business owner was shaped by a mix of fate, mentorship, and a relentless drive for growth.
Andrew Vear remembers the exact moment he realized he had a lot to learn about hardscaping. A humbling experience in the late 1980s sparked a journey that would see Vear become a highly respected consultant in the industry, build multiple successful businesses, train countless professionals, and develop a philosophy centered on education, relationships, and passion for the craft.
As the President and Owner of Segmental Systems Inc. in Otis Orchards, Washington, Dan Hughes’ story is more than a hardscaping business success story. From a teenage landscaper to a prison guard to a national paver competition winner, his story proves that success comes to those who are willing to take bold chances, lean on their teams, and never compromise on quality.
Growing up on a farm just north of Springfield, Illinois, Landon Kirby always had a connection to nature. After earning…
A Creative Beginning Growing up, Neri was always drawn to the arts. He earned an associate degree in graphic design…
Getting Started in Hardscaping Caleb started mowing grass for his neighbor’s company before he could drive. “Britt and I joke…
In the world of hardscaping, where paving meets artistry and functionality endures through time, Kimberly Miller, President of European Pavers Southwest, stands as a testament to building a legacy— both personal and professional.
Gerry Garcia’s career in the hardscaping industry has been defined by a single guiding principle: helping others succeed. As a…
A Passion for Pavers Jason Stewart’s story in hardscaping began years before he launched his own company. “I had worked…