Blizzard & Bloom: Insights from the Ice and the Green Scene

Welcome to Blizzard and Bloom , the podcast where the green meets the white! Hosted by Jay Rotonnelli, a seasoned expert with over 36 years in the landscape and snow removal industries, this show dives deep into the business, operations, and stories behind both blooming landscapes and blizzard battles. Whether you’re a property manager, business owner, snow fighter, or landscape professional, you’ll find valuable insights, industry trends, and real-world advice. Expect candid conversations with industry leaders, tips for growing your business, and even a few wild stories from the field. It’s informative, it’s fun, and it’s designed to help you thrive—whether the ground is covered in grass or snow. New episodes every other week. Subscribe now to stay ahead in the green and snow game!

Blizzard & Bloom: Insights from the Ice and the Green Scene is a business podcast hosted by Jay Rotonnelli, with 19 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Jay Rotonnelli hosts Blizzard & Bloom: Insights from the Ice and the Green Scene, a business show with 19 episodes published.

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  Getting Groovy in Grand Rapids: The Annual Snow & Ice Symposium

  May 31, 202519 minS0

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>What happens when winter professionals gather in the summer heat? Magic, connections, and serious business growth.<br/><br/>The Snow & Ice Management Association's annual symposium is just days away, and in this engaging conversation, Martin Tirado shares why "Getting Groovy in Grand Rapids" is the can't-miss industry event of the year. Beyond the impressive equipment displays and educational sessions, the symposium creates a unique ecosystem where professionals of all experience levels exchange knowledge that transforms their operations.<br/><br/>As Martin reveals, the business impact can be extraordinary. One attendee arrived with modest...

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  Snow Fighting is No Longer Just About Having a Truck and a Plow

  May 28, 202533 minS0

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  Why Your Equipment Dealer Should Know Your Dog's Name

  May 27, 202536 minS1

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  Building Better Landscape Businesses Through Strategic Supplier Relationships

  May 16, 202538 minS0

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>Greg Thistle, Regional Vice President at SiteOne, brings 25 years of green industry wisdom to this episode, sharing how a curious 21-year-old evolved into a landscape industry leader. His journey reveals the surprising career trajectories available in landscaping—from entry-level positions to executive leadership—challenging the perception that trades offer limited growth compared to college-track careers.<br/><br/>The conversation delves into what truly drives success in the modern landscape business: meaningful relationships. Greg unpacks SiteOne's "customer first" philosophy, explaining how being friendly, respectful, and solution-oriented transforms business interactions from transactional to relational. "When our...

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  Technology, Training, and Trust: The Future of Landscape Supply

  May 12, 202541 minS0

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