Interview with Jenny Girard, Implementation Specialist of BOSS Software at The Integra Group, Inc.

02/12/25 • 30 min

Jenny Girard is currently an Implementation Specialist with BOSS Software at The Integra Group, a business solutions company dedicated to serving the green and snow industries. In this role, Jenny leverages her extensive industry expertise to onboard new clients, optimizing their operations and improving their efficiency through BOSS's innovative software solutions. Her commitment to driving growth and operational excellence is complemented by her pursuit of an MBA to enhance her business skills and strategic insights.

Before joining The Integra Group, Jenny held key roles across the green industry and snow industries. She graduated with an Honors Bachelor's degree in Plant Science from SUNY Cobleskill and has over 15 years of experience. Those roles included Production at Longwood Gardens, Specialty Landscape Designer at Busch Gardens/SeaWorld Parks, and Area Manager for RM Landscape. While she was at RM Landscape, she oversaw accounts and operations in Buffalo, NY, for both green and snow as well as served as the strategic coordinator for corporate initiatives. Jenny's dedication to the green and snow industries is reflected in her active contributions to several committees with NALP, SIMA, and the Patch Project. In recognition of her leadership, she was named NALP’s Young Professional of the Year in 2023.

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Interview with Matt Bradbury, Founder and Managing Principal of Business Acquisition & Merger Associates

Matt Bradbury is the founder and managing principal of Business Acquisition & Merger Associates (BAMA), a boutique M&A advisory firm he established 20 years ago after a successful 15-year career in multi-unit start-ups, turnarounds, mergers and acquisitions, and operations. Under his leadership, BAMA has grown into a respected firm, facilitating the sale of 10-12 companies annually, each generating $1M to $15M in EBITDA.

With a track record spanning more than 215 transactions and $1.8 billion in transaction volume, Matt has earned a reputation for delivering exceptional results. His expertise extends deeply into the landscaping and facility services industries, where BAMA has closed over $200 million in transactions. These include companies specializing in installation, maintenance, chemical application, tree services, growing operations, and other facility services.

In addition to advisory services, Matt's entrepreneurial spirit led to an investment alongside a client four years ago. Through organic growth and strategic acquisitions, this venture has become one of the largest players in the Carolinas' landscaping sector. Matt's unique combination of hands-on operational experience and M&A acumen continues to drive success for BAMA and its clients.

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Interview with Chris Ryon (Controller of Landscape Services) and Michael Bingham (VP of Landscape Operations) of The Budd Group

Chris Ryon

Chris Ryon has been dedicated to the service industry since the age of 15. Growing up around Publix Supermarkets alongside his father, he developed a deep love for serving people. He graduated from USC Upstate with a degree in Accounting and has been a "numbers guy" ever since. Chris joined The Budd Group in 2019 as a Regional Field Accountant in the janitorial division for the South Carolina region. In 2021, with The Budd Group’s increased investment in the landscape division to support growth, he transitioned to the role of Landscape Accounting Manager. This year, he was promoted to Controller of the landscape division.

Chris’s journey in the landscape industry has been incredibly rewarding. He feels privileged to be part of an industry that is relationally close, operationally dynamic, and seasonally intriguing. Over the years, Chris has attended three NALP leadership conference events (Elevate), connected with numerous industry leaders, and played a key role in implementing The Budd Group’s first operational software, Aspire, within the landscaping division. Looking forward, he anticipates many more exciting firsts with The Budd Group and within the landscape industry.

Michael Bingham

Michael Bingham, a seasoned professional with over 28 years in the service industry, boasts a Magna Cum Laude distinction from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. His impressive 21-year tenure at The Budd Group has seen him excel in various management roles, including Branch Manager, Regional Manager, Regional Director, Area Vice President, and Vice President. Michael's leadership has garnered numerous accolades for the company, such as Branch of the Year, Safety Branch of the Year, Account of the Year, and the prestigious President's Award. However, he finds the greatest reward in witnessing the career advancement of his team members and the satisfaction of his clients.

Currently spearheading The Budd Group's landscape division, Michael is committed to fostering a culture of excellence and sustainable growth, paving the way for further career development opportunities as the company expands its footprint across the southeastern United States.