Small Town Entrepreneurship: Building a Landscaping Company Through Craft and Reputation with Kevin Runyon
Everyday Excellence by Todd Baldwin
Episode notes
In this episode of Everyday Excellence, host Todd Baldwin interviews Kevin Runyon, owner of Custom Creations Landscaping and Lawn. They explore how Kevin built a long-standing landscaping business rooted in craftsmanship, precision, and a hands-on leadership style that prioritizes quality over rapid expansion.
Kevin shares how his approach to “quality control” means being involved in nearly every project to ensure outcomes exceed client expectations, often leading to memorable client reactions and strong long-term relationships.
The conversation also dives into his intentional decision to remain a boutique operation with a limited number of crews and a multi-month waiting list, highlighting how focusing on reputation, efficiency, and consistency has been more sustainable than aggressive scaling.
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