On this Weekly Update on Trades Talk, Justin White breaks down how K&D is planning for 2026, and why he believes AI agents will soon change everything about how landscaping companies sell, fulfill, and scale.

He shares insights from a two-day strategy session, his investment lens on early-stage AI companies, and answers hot-seat questions on revenue growth and hiring from Brian Fullerton’s peer group. It’s tactical, future-focused, and packed with real lessons from the front lines of building a billion-dollar business.

How AI agents will reshape sales and proposals in the trades

The four-part strategic planning framework K&D is using for 2026

A three-part system for scaling revenue beyond the owner

Why structured hiring beats gut instinct every time

Why now is the perfect time to lean into AI, even if it’s still early

If you're serious about growth, tech adoption, or building a team that lasts, this one’s a blueprint.