Inside Out with Belgard

In Episode #20, Joe Raboine chats with Brittney Cleveland, a Realtor with Home Luxury Real Estate. The two explore the influence of outdoor living spaces on the real estate market, particularly in light of recent market dynamics, the ever-changing preferences of homeowners, how contractors can benefit from working with realtors in their area, and much more. For more information, visit Belgard.com/InsideOut. Follow Belgard on Social Media: Instagram - BelgardOutdoorLiving Facebook - Belgard Outdoor Living YouTube - BelgardHardscapes Twitter - Belgard Find Brittney on Social Media: Website Instagram LinkedIn

In Episode #19, Joe Raboine welcomes hardscape and business experts Cory Frank, Co-Owner of CG Hardscapes, and Danilo Abdala, Founder of Black Diamond Hardscapes, to discuss their leadership roles in the industry and share behind-the-scenes insights into the intricacies of large-scale projects. For more information, visit Belgard.com/InsideOut. Follow Belgard on Social Media: Instagram - BelgardOutdoorLiving Facebook - Belgard Outdoor Living YouTube - BelgardHardscapes Twitter - Belgard

In Episode #18, Joe Raboine chats with Kevin Earley, Director of Commercial Hardscapes at Oldcastle APG. The two discuss technical aspects of permeable pavers, the benefits of green infrastructure and traffic calming, the resources and expertise available within Belgard to support contractors and municipalities, and much more. For more information, visit Belgard.com/InsideOut. Follow Belgard on Social Media: Instagram - BelgardOutdoorLiving Facebook - Belgard Outdoor Living YouTube - BelgardHardscapes Twitter - Belgard

In Episode #17, Joe Raboine and his guest co-host Tim Ortman, President of Oldcastle APG, are joined by Chip Wade, an Atlanta-based contractor, master carpenter and HGTV host. The group discusses current and past projects and what they're seeing in the industry, along with insights and tips for other contractors in the field. For more information, visit Belgard.com/InsideOut. Follow Belgard on Social Media: Instagram - BelgardOutdoorLiving Facebook - Belgard Outdoor Living YouTube - BelgardHardscapes Twitter - Belgard

In Episode #16, Joe Raboine is joined by Robert Thomas, President and CEO of the Concrete Masonry and Hardscapes Association, and Kris Kiser, President and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute. The group discusses what professionals need to know about the upcoming Hardscape North America and Equip Exposition Shows taking place on October 18-20 in Louisville, Kentucky. For more information, visit Belgard.com/InsideOut. Follow Belgard on Social Media: Instagram - BelgardOutdoorLiving Facebook - Belgard Outdoor Living YouTube - BelgardHardscapes Twitter - Belgard

On Episode #15, Joe Raboine, Director of Residential Hardscapes at Belgard, chats with Renee Labbe, a design strategist and trend forecaster. The two discuss how trends are influenced by consumer behaviors and what that means for outdoor design. They also touch on the ongoing trend of biophilic design, the impact of AI in outdoor design, and more. For more information on Belgard, visit Belgard.com/InsideOut. Follow Belgard on Social Media: Instagram - BelgardOutdoorLiving Facebook - Outdoor Living by Belgard YouTube - BelgardHardscapes Twitter - Belgard

During Episode #14, Joe Raboine, Belgard’s Director of Residential Hardscapes, caught up with Chayce Wilson, owner of Blank Slate Reno. Joe and Chayce talk about the current backyard renovation collaboration between Blank Slate and Belgard, as well as Oldcastle APG sister brands Pebbletec, Barrette Outdoor Living and MoistureShield. They also discuss the process of working with influencers, tips for contractors looking to expand their marketing efforts, and more. For more information on Belgard, visit Belgard.com/InsideOut. Follow Belgard on Social Media: Instagram - BelgardOutdoorLiving Facebook - Outdoor Living by Belgard YouTube - BelgardHardscapes Twitter - Belgard

Episode #13 recaps the live panel hosted by Joe Raboine, Belgard’s Director of Residential Hardscapes, during the International Builders Show in Las Vegas. Joe was joined by fellow contractors and outdoor living experts Matt Blashaw, Mike Pyle and John Lea to discuss creating functional, cohesive outdoor spaces, solving problems through design and much more. For more information on Belgard, visit Belgard.com/InsideOut. Follow Belgard on Social Media: Instagram - BelgardOutdoorLiving Facebook - Outdoor Living by Belgard YouTube - BelgardHardscapes Twitter - Belgard

In Episode #12, Joe Raboine, Belgard’s Director of Residential Hardscapes, chats with Sara Bendrick, landscape designer, contractor and TV personality. Joe and Sara discuss how design-build professionals can create balance in outdoor spaces and keep up with consumer trends, as well as hear from a female leader on being a woman in the male-dominated construction industry. For more information on Belgard, visit Belgard.com/InsideOut. To hear more from Sarah, visit SaraBendrick.com. Follow Belgard on Social Media: Instagram - BelgardOutdoorLiving Facebook - Outdoor Living by Belgard YouTube - BelgardHardscapes Twitter - Belgard

In Episode #11, Joe Raboine, Belgard’s Director of Residential Hardscapes, catches up with Allison Messner, CEO of Yardzen, an innovative online landscape design and build platform that prioritizes technology to deliver a great client experience and beautiful landscape designs. Joe and Allison discuss the wealth of virtual resources and technology tools available to help homeowners take the guesswork out of the planning, design and product selection. For more information, visit Belgard.com/InsideOut. Follow Belgard on Social Media: Instagram - BelgardOutdoorLiving Facebook - Outdoor Living by Belgard YouTube - BelgardHardscapes Twitter - Belgard

In Episode #10, Joe Raboine, Belgard’s Director of Residential Hardscapes, sits down with Darren Gruner, CEO & Founder of Turf’s Up Radio, a 24/7 live Internet radio station aimed to help elevate and educate the green industry. Joe and Darren have decades of experience in the outdoor living industry and enjoy sharing their passion with others. In this episode, they discuss national and regional trends and share advice with professionals in the industry. For more information, visit Belgard.com/InsideOut. Follow Belgard on Social Media: Instagram - BelgardOutdoorLiving Facebook - Outdoor Living by Belgard YouTube - BelgardHardscapes Twitter - Belgard

Welcome to this special HNA Edition of Inside Out with Belgard! Our podcast is made for professionals by professionals who are passionate about outdoor living, so it only makes sense to bring it to the industry’s premier tradeshow and education event. The host Joe Raboine, Director of Residential Hardscapes at Belgard, is live from the floor at Hardscape North America. In this episode, we’ll chat with Oldcastle APG experts to recap the show. This episode features Matt Lynch, SVP of Retail, Oldcastle APG and Ginger Abblitt, Product Manager of Oldcastle APG. Visit https://www.belgard.com/hna/ for more.

Welcome to this special HNA Edition of Inside Out with Belgard! Our podcast is made for professionals by professionals who are passionate about outdoor living, so it only makes sense to bring it to the industry’s premier tradeshow and education event. The host Joe Raboine, Director of Residential Hardscapes at Belgard, is live from the floor at Hardscape North America. In this episode, we’ll chat with industry experts and Belgard partners about HNA, the Belgard booth, industry trends and so much more! This episode features leaders from Shovel & Thumb, Tucano Stones and Majestic Outdoors. Tune in for the final episode of our HNA series. Visit https://www.belgard.com/hna/ for more.

Welcome to this special HNA Edition of Inside Out with Belgard! Our podcast is made for professionals by professionals who are passionate about outdoor living, so it only makes sense to bring it to the industry’s premier tradeshow and education event. The host Joe Raboine, Director of Residential Hardscapes at Belgard, is live from the floor at Hardscape North America. In this episode, we’ll chat with Oldcastle APG experts about HNA, the Belgard booth, industry trends and so much more! This episode features leaders from Oldcastle APG sister brands: MoistureShield, Barrette Outdoor Living and Pebble Technology International. Tune in for Part 2 to hear additional guests from HNA. Visit https://www.belgard.com/hna/ for more.

Welcome to this special HNA Edition of Inside Out with Belgard! Our podcast is made for professionals by professionals who are passionate about outdoor living, so it only makes sense to bring it to the industry’s premier tradeshow and education event. The host Joe Raboine, Director of Residential Hardscapes at Belgard, is headed to Hardscape North America. In this series we’ll discuss what to do at HNA, explore trends, chat with amazing experts, and so much more! This episode features Mike Miles, Design Services Manager for Belgard Design Studio, to dive into all things HNA and give a sneak peek at what to expect from the Belgard Booth this year. Visit https://www.belgard.com/hna/ for more or stop by the Belgard Booth #20040.

In Episode #05, Joe Raboine, Belgard’s Director of Residential Hardscapes, sits down with Phil Bahler, veteran industry icon and Owner of Pave Tool Innovators. With more than 800 innovations under his belt, Phil is truly a visionary whose passion has simplified the installation of hardscapes for thousands of contractors. Joe and Phil share a passion for the industry and an understanding of how tools and the right equipment can eliminate common pain points, allowing the contractors and the industry as a whole to grow and optimize opportunities. As former contractors themselves, they both bring a real-world view to boosting efficiency on the jobsite, sharing how the right tools, equipment, education and planning can lead to higher employee and client satisfaction.

In Episode #04, Joe Raboine, Belgard’s Director of Residential Hardscapes, chats with Joe Palimeno, Owner and Principal Landscape Designer at the international, award-winning design and build firm Ledden Palimeno. Joe Palimeno remains dedicated to creating incredibly unique and functional outdoor environments that complement the architecture style of the home and the surrounding landscape. Joe Raboine and Joe Palimeno are longtime friends, sharing experiences with the Philadelphia Flower Show, where Ledden Palimeno has been awarded multiple best in show wins. They discuss the journey to become a design build firm, problem solving through design, withstanding economic downturns, and more.

In Episode #03, Joe Raboine, Belgard’s Director of Residential Hardscapes, sits down with Haig Seferian, Principal Landscape Architect of the award-winning Seferian Design Group. With 30 years of design experience, Haig is an expert in the industry, creating projects that inspire communities, improve lives and spark relationships. Haig provides a unique perspective on the evolution of outdoor living design from simple structures to elaborate outdoor spaces. The duo discusses the importance of well-thought-out design, the next generation of contractors, impacts of technology and social media, how to value and price design, and more.

In Episode #02, Joe Raboine, Belgard’s Director of Residential Hardscapes, chats with Mike Peterson, Founder and President of the innovative marketing and brand firm Visionary Design Marketing and Co-founder of the Science in Design Summit. Mike brings a unique perspective into the world of outdoor living design with his experience as a keynote speaker and author focusing on the science of design. The discussion is centered around the idea of biophilia as well as the evolution of science-based design and how it impacts the outdoor living industry.

In Episode #01 of Inside Out with Belgard, Joe Raboine, Belgard’s Director of Residential Hardscapes, chats with John Lea, an experienced contractor and founder of Decksouth. The two discuss how COVID-19 impacted their industry, the incorporation of new technology into outdoor design and the future of contract work.