Member Spotlight - All Things Turf
For this issue’s member spotlight, we visit with Doug Steeves with All Things Turf.
Tell us about your business’ background and history. How did the company start and where it is today? Describe your path to get here.
I started in the synthetic turf industry 24 years ago while searching for a golf related business. In 2000, I went to every bookstore and bought every golf magazine on the shelf as they all have classified ads/small business opportunity ads and that is where I discovered artificial golf greens for the home. In 2004, we added artificial grass, batting cage turf, pet turf, playground turf, and CrossFit turf. After successfully running that company for 19 years we sold it to move back to my favorite state, Colorado and opened All Things Turf.
What are you known for or what is your niche?
Artificial Putting Greens is what we are best known for. We sell and install just as many artificial lawns, pet areas and playgrounds but golf is my passion. There are not many people in the world that can say they have been building synthetic putting greens, indoor and outdoor, for 24 years.
What are some highlights of serving your community?
We have always supported and been members of our local Chamber of Commerce as well as every Landscape Association where it makes sense. We have donated some turf to local animal shelters, and we have helped a few high schools raise money for their greens by providing them with a "long putt contest" the golf team puts up at basketball and football games. Helping others when and where we can.
What awards or recognition has the business received?
The owner, Doug Steeves, was just featured in Marquie Who's Who recently. They have received design and sales awards from their manufacturers over the years.
What are you passionate about professionally?
Teaching others the "art" of artificial turf experience is truly a joy for me. I love passing along my 24 years of "niche knowledge" to those that want to learn and take pride in a job well done.
What is your favorite way to spend a weekend?
Hiking in the Rockies on Saturday, Golf on Sunday followed by an evening of watching recorded NFL games.
Anything else you would like to tell people about yourself or the company?
We are a Veteran and family owned and operated business. We live by "The Golden Rule" and we are in search of other Landscapers or Hardscapers that are passionate about what they do and want to add the "art" of artificial turf installation to their list of services.
All Things Turf, Inc.
Doug Steeves, President
www.allthingsturf.com
doug@allthingsturf.com
720-450-2626