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The Second Annual Event at Hardscape Mentor Studios

Launch Summit brings hardscaping professionals together for a full day of strategy, education, and networking focused on what actually moves your business forward. 

You’ll dive into scaling your company, improving profitability, positioning yourself as a higher-end service provider, and building a stronger digital presence that makes it easier for the right clients to find you.

Marshall Wilkinson

BJ Linger

Dan Preston

Greg Crouse

Thy Nun

Luke Parmeter

This event is proudly presented by SEK Surebond, our title sponsor and a trusted leader in hardscape installation products.

 

WHO:

This exclusive event brings together hardscaping professionals for a full day of strategy, education, and networking, featuring presentations from industry leaders:

  • Marshall Wilkinson of Altitude. Logic. Pressure. (ALP)
  • BJ Linger of Outdoor Network Services
  • Dan Preston of Hardscape Mentor
  • Greg Crouse of SEK Surebond
  • Thy Nun of Lynqify & Angkorscape
  • Luke Parmeter of Hardscape Mentor

Connect with like-minded contractors and walk away with ideas you can put to work immediately.

 

Hit play and listen as Dan Preston and Luke Parmeter break down what this event is really about, who it’s for, and what you’ll walk away with in just a few minutes.

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WHEN

Saturday, February 14, 2026

Daytime Event

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Full day of presentations, strategy, and networking. Lunch provided.

 

Evening Reception

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Reception with heavy hors d’oeuvres and networking
Location to be announced.

 

WHERE

Hardscape Mentor Studios
Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin

 

LODGING

We have a block of rooms reserved at Hotel Mead in Wisconsin Rapids. Mention THE HERD when booking.

Staying at Hotel Mead is not required, but it is where we’ll meet Saturday morning for bus transportation to and from Hardscape Mentor Studios. The evening reception will be held at a nearby local venue. Final details will be shared with registered attendees.

For a full list of recommended lodging and travel options in the area, click here.

 

 

TRANSPORTATION & SCHEDULE DETAILS

  • 8:00 AM — Meet at Hotel Mead for bus transportation

  • We’ll travel together to Hardscape Mentor Studios, head off-site for lunch, and return to the hotel at approximately 4:00 PM

  • 6:00 - 9:00 PM — Evening Reception. Location to be announced.

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 Is Launch Summit Worth It?

If you’re on the fence, this should help. These are unfiltered thoughts from contractors who attended Launch Summit last year.

Matt Smelker

"I would 100% recommend this event. My biggest take away was just community. The fact that all of us could just get together, learn, and share stories and things we've gone through... I thought that was awesome."

Hunter Goodnight

"Our company learned multiple strategies for running a successful business that separates us from all the others. I would recommend these events to anyone who wants to take their hardscape business to the next level. The studio is amazing from the layout to design."

Raul Campa

“It was unbelievable. I met guys who feel like friends now—like brothers. Being around hardscapers from different states who are hustling and succeeding pushed me to work harder in my own business. These guys actually want to see you win. That alone was worth it.”

HOW:

  • Cost: $497 per ticket

  •  Availability: Registration closes February 1 or when capacity is reached.

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Sign up for this event closes Sunday, February 1 at 11:59 PM.
Last year’s event sold out before registration closed.

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