Helping Landscape Businesses Create Profitable, Systems-Drive Companies

Led by husband-and-wife team Adam and Sahra Linnemann, The Green Executive® brings over three decades of industry experience and nine years of coaching green industry professionals. With deep operational expertise and a real-world understanding of what it takes to run a successful landscape company, they combine business coaching with hands-on tools to help owners grow professionally and profitably.

Adam still actively operates Linnemann Lawn Care & Landscaping—now in its 31st year—ensuring their coaching stays grounded in current industry challenges. Through The Green Executive®, the Lindemann's provide a trusted mix of financial strategy, operational efficiency, and tech-forward implementation to help green industry business owners achieve clarity, control, and growth.

How The Green Executive Can Help You:

The Green Executive® equips landscaping businesses with real systems, tools, and strategies to scale profitably while avoiding burnout.

Specializing in:

‍Financial Clarity & Profitability
Certified Profit First professionals helping owners gain control of cash flow, pay themselves consistently, and drive profitability with intention.

Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Online Support
Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisors offering bookkeeping services, cleanup, and coaching to maintain accurate, reliable financials.

LMN Software Implementation & Training
Certified LMN Consultants providing on-site and virtual system training to streamline estimating, job tracking, and team usage across the platform.

Operational Audits & Strategic Coaching
Hands-on business audits to eliminate waste, strengthen company culture, and align teams with long-term growth and mission.

How The Green Executive Supports You at Each Stage of Growth:

Starter Stage (Up to $500K)

Laying the financial foundation for owner pay and profitability
Basic systems setup for operations and estimating

Growth Stage ($500K - $3M)

Full-service LMN implementation and team adoption
Bookkeeping setup and Profit First financial coaching
Building scalable workflows and accountability systems

Scaling Stage ($3M - $10M)

In-depth financial analysis and P&L coaching
Efficiency audits and SOP development
Leadership team alignment and strategic planning

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The Green Executive's Mission:

To empower green industry professionals to achieve financial freedom, operational clarity, and professional growth—without sacrificing personal well-being.

Meet Adam & Sahra Linnemann

Adam and Sahra are rooted in the green industry—both growing up in horticulture and agriculture families. Their strong work ethic, family-first mindset, and commitment to service fuel their coaching approach. Close to their families and community, they enjoy traveling together and using their RV lifestyle to stay connected with the clients they serve across North America. Their ongoing hands-on role in Linnemann Lawn Care keeps their insights sharp and their coaching real.

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