Snow Talk with SIMA

"I like people second guessing and saying 'I don't think she can do that,' because my reaction is 'Watch me'."

Laura Ingram, CSP is a second-generation snow contractor who serves as Director of Operations for Ingram Enterprises, co-running the business with her father and her sister. Having grown up in the snow industry, she trained as a math teacher and taught for several years before coming back to work full time in snow. In 2020, she became the first female Board Chair for the Snow & Ice Management Association, and helped guide the association through one of the most challenging times in its history.

Michael Anderson, CSP is the founder and president of Snow & Ice Pros, Inc. in Highland, IN. He has over 25 years of experience in the snow industry and was the first Certified Snow Professional in Indiana. Michael has served the industry in many capacities, including as SIMA Board Chair and as a key engaged volunteer for many years. He has helped mentor many snow professionals and continues to help keep the focus on professionalism in the industry.

Xtreme Snow Pros is a snow-only contracting company based that services areas of New York and New Jersey. Chris Marino, ASM serves as the Chief Visionary Officer of the company, managing all aspects of the business with his wife Dawn. Chris is a long-time advocate for the snow industry and recently joined SIMA’s Board of Directors to continue to give back to the industry he loves.

Signature Land Services was formed by Jennifer and Tim Schrage as a premier provider of asphalt paving, asphalt maintenance, site work, and commercial snow removal in the Anchorage market. Jen is company president and oversees major client relations, marketing, and contract management; Tim serves as vice president.

Jay Rotennelli, ASM, is a snow veteran with 20+ years of experience in the industry. As VP of Business Development at Piscataqua Landscaping & Tree Service in Maine, Jay helps organize and manage client relationships, subcontractors, and more. His passion for the industry has led to his involvement in SIMA and the New Hampshire Green SnowPros program, allowing him to engage and help mentor fellow snow pros.

As part of our Operations series, we are speaking with Nick Sharf, CSP, Operations Efficiency Manager. Greg’s Lawn and Landscaping.

Steve Wheatcroft is an entrepreneur with many years of experience leading in snow, as well as starting and growing new companies and initiatives. He currently serves as CEO of ULS, a large landscaping design, construction and maintenance company that specializes in snow and ice management. He also is the founder of Spectrum Equipment, which provides end-to-end equipment management solutions, including sales and rentals of heavy equipment and snow attachments. He also helped create the Western Canadian Snow & Ice Summit, a regional snow-specific show that includes education, networking, and equipment expo.

John Janes speaks upon his role at Caterpillar and how he has built a foundation of partnership with the snow and ice industry. He also describes how his military experience molded his journey into developing his work ethic and establishing the rules of leadership that guides him to this day.