Systems Organized by Design (SOD)

Strategic Growth Advisor

Structure. Strategy. Sustainable Growth.

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About Systems Organized by Design (SOD)

Systems Organized by Design (SOD), led by Dan Pestretto, helps landscape businesses evolve from owner-dependent operations into scalable, systematized enterprises. With a background that spans hands-on field work, business ownership, and over a decade of coaching, Dan brings a rare combination of real-world experience and structured strategy to the table.

Dan’s approach bridges the gap between knowing what needs to be done and actually making it happen. He works side-by-side with owners to translate vision into clear systems, documented processes, and accountability structures that drive measurable results. By combining strategic planning with practical implementation, SOD helps companies scale profitably, operate smoothly, and free owners to focus on leadership, growth, and building a business that thrives without depending on them.

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How Systems Organized by Design (SOD) Helps Landscaping Businesses

SOD helps landscape companies move from owner-reliant chaos to scalable, system-driven growth. Dan Pestretto bridges the gap between strategy and execution through clear systems, smart planning, and leadership development.

Business Systems Development & Implementation

  • Design operational systems that allow your business to run smoothly without daily owner involvement
  • Translate tribal knowledge into documented processes that scale

Strategic Growth Planning

  • Build clear roadmaps tied to revenue milestones and long-term vision
  • Align your company’s structure and strategy with its mission and values

Organizational Design & Accountability Structures

  • Clarify roles, responsibilities, and reporting relationships
  • Implement management rhythms and tools to drive team alignment and performance

Leadership Development & Owner Evolution

  • Support owners in shifting from “doing the work” to building the business
  • Foster executive-level leadership that drives long-term value

Client Experience & Referral Systems

  • Systematize client interactions to create consistent, exceptional service
  • Turn great experiences into repeat business and steady referrals

Technology Integration

  • Implement platforms like TouchStone to centralize systems, SOPs, and accountability
  • Enable functional operations manuals and team ownership at every level

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Meet Dan Pestretto

Dan Pestretto

"I’m passionate about transforming landscape businesses into professional, sustainable enterprises that owners can be proud of and future generations can grow with."

Dan specializes in:

Starter (Up to $500K)

  •  Setting up basic organizational and process systems
  • Defining clear roles and standard operating procedures
  • Establishing owner habits to support early growth

Grow ($500K to $3M)

  •  Developing leadership capacity beyond the owner
  • Implementing scalable management and team rhythms
  • Aligning company direction with personal mission and values

Scaling ($3M to $10M)

  • Designing organizational structures for multi-team scaling
  • Deep process documentation and accountability systems
  • Transitioning from reactive to proactive business operations

Enterprise ($10M to $30M)

  • Clarifying long-term growth strategy
  • Executive-level leadership development
  • Building a business that can thrive without daily owner involvement
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Mission

To professionalize the landscape industry by transforming landscape businesses into systematic, profitable enterprises that create lasting value for owners, employees, and communities.

Values

A landscape industry where owners work on their businesses, not in them—creating opportunities for growth and development at all levels.

Dan’s Support Network

Dan’s family, friends, and colleagues deeply shape his outlook and growth. He draws strength from his wife, teenage son, and his 94-year-old mother, along with his extended family, including a hard-working mother-in-law who recently immigrated from Belarus. Their love and resilience ground his work and inspire him to give back by helping others build lives and businesses with purpose.

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Why work with a LeanScaper Advisor?

LeanScaper mission and vision

LeanScaper’s Advisors are experienced professionals, certified in the LeanScaper framework, who provide strategic guidance to help landscaping businesses operate efficiently, increase profitability, and scale with confidence.

  • Proven Expertise – Advisors have built and scaled successful businesses, bringing hands-on industry experience.
  • Structured, Results-Driven Approach – Using the LeanScaper Operating System, advisors help implement systems that drive measurable growth.
  • Smarter Decision-Making – Gain insights that help you avoid costly mistakes, optimize pricing, and build a stronger team.
  • Growth with Clarity – Advisors provide the support and strategies needed to break through plateaus and scale sustainably.

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