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Cam Jurgens

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For his whole life, Cam Jurgens has only known how to work one way: hard. Jurgens says that this work ethic was instilled in him by his family from a young age, and is the number one key to his success. It has propelled him from being a multi-positional football star at Beatrice High School—just miles from Exmark headquarters—to being the first freshman to start all 12 games at center for the University of Nebraska Cornhuskers. And, now, it’s helped him become a second-round pick and starting offensive lineman for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League.

For three generations now, the Jurgens family has been an important part of the Exmark family. Cam’s grandma, Karen, was the first full-time female production line employee at Exmark in 1986, where she worked until 2011. Today, Cam’s father Teddy is a welder at Exmark, in addition to farming full-time.

“On the farm, there’s something to do every day,” Jurgens said. “It’s not like a Monday through Friday deal. Seeing that from my dad—he’s a full-time welder at Exmark, and a full-time farmer.”

“My grandma worked at Exmark, so growing up we always had an Exmark mower,” Jurgens added. “I just bought my first house, and stepping back and realizing I’m a homeowner, and I have a yard with grass that I get to take care of.”

So,when he bought his first home, there was really no question which brand of mower he’d choose to maintain his lawn. He owns an Exmark 52” Lazer Z X-Series zero-turn mower, just like his parents and grandparents.

“It’s incredible to have this piece of machinery that my dad helped build, from the company my grandma worked at forever and helped build into what it is today. It’s a big part of the Beatrice community, and it’s really cool to now be a part of that and give back and work with Exmark. It’s pretty much an honor for me.”

Catie Offerman

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Catie Offerman may be a new name to country music fans, but she’s already gaining a reputation as one of the genre’s most skilled players and promising modern traditionalists—and Nashville’s music community is responding.

Originally from New Braunfels, Texas, Offerman grew up on a horse ranch. Homeschooled by her father in the tack room of their barn, she gravitated towards music at a young age. Offerman started playing piano at the age of four which eventually led her to pursue other instruments such as violin, accordion, and more. When she was 11, her accordion teacher asked her to join their polka band where they traveled across Texas performing.

Offerman graduated from Berklee College of Music at the age of 19 and signed her publishing deal with Universal Music Group Publishing about five years later. She was also featured in The Highwomen’s “Redesigning Women” video, was named Pandora’s Ones to Watch for 2023, and was included in CMT’s “Next Up” class of 2023.

With Catie Offerman’s relentless drive and incredible creative spirit, it looks like the best is yet to come.

Lucas Hoge

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With equal ease and finesse, No. 1 Billboard-charting artist Lucas Hoge can craft a song, cast a line, or call in a turkey in front of a film crew, all while holding an audience’s attention on stage when performing.

As a warm, engaging television host on “Hoge Wild,” his own weekly series airing Monday nights at
7:30pm ET/6:30pm CT on Sportsman Channel (USA and Canada), Lucas takes viewers across the globe as he travels to New Zealand, Bolivia, South Africa, and unchartered territory in North America. With a guitar in one hand and a bow in the other, Lucas treks the world to amplify his passion for the outdoors and change the narrative around conservation with each “Hoge Wild” episode.

Lucas’ journey all began and continues with a song, though. The Hubbell, Nebraska native, whose
hometown boasts a population of 44, is consistently in the studio with a hit producer as he records new music to be release throughout the year.

During the COVID pandemic, Lucas dominated live streaming while engaging and growing his fan base with weekly virtual concerts that consistently amassed audience numbers in the Top Ten on Pollstar’s Weekly Livestream Chart alongside DMX, Snoop Dogg, Luke Combs, BTS, and others. Lucas pulled in over 2.5 million views on Facebook alone in 2020 and over 3 million in 2021. Lucas Hoge’s drive to connect with people permeates everything he does. He’s a tireless humanitarian who loves animals and is a passionate supporter of the U.S. military, having performed for troops throughout the Middle East and beyond for more than 12 years as part of the Wrangler National Patriot Tour.

Lucas made his Ryman Auditorium debut in 2011 opening for the legendary George Jones, and he’s shared the stage with Luke Bryan, Craig Morgan, Thomas Rhett, Old Dominion, Hank Williams Jr., and others. His emotionally-charged single “Wishin’ I Was Fishin'” paid tribute to his father, which he debuted on stage at the Grand Ole Opry the day he co-wrote it with Philip Lamond.

Lucas’ full-length album Dirty South ascended to the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Country Album Sales chart during its debut week, and since then he’s ascended to the Top 30 on Billboard’s Country Singles chart. Lucas is consistently releasing new music with “Countryside Dr,” “Get Lost,” and “Soak It Up”.

He’s passionate about his partnerships with companies like: Sportsman’s Guide, Batteries Plus, Hogue Knives, Gamble Family Vineyards, Sherwood Scuba, Southwest Airlines, Mill Keeper wine, and more.

With Lucas Hoge’s restless creative spirit, abundance of Midwestern charm, and a work ethic that won’t let him slow down, it looks like the best is yet to come.

Barry Nobles

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Whether it’s racing BMX, working on hot rods, or maintaining his Alabama training compound, multi-time cycling champion Barry ‘Alabama Slammer’ Nobles likes to do it fast. So, when it comes to mowing, Barry chooses the same mower landscape professionals choose—the Exmark Lazer Z. It gives him the productivity he needs to finish mowing faster, so he can get back to the things that matter most: family, training, coaching, and winning on the track.

On the bike, Barry has notched up six wins in the 2022 USA BMX Pro Tour by mid-season. A true ambassador of the sport of BMX, Barry also traveled to Europe this season in support of younger up-and-coming riders as a Team USA rider coach.

Follow Barry’s adventures on his website, or on social media.

Julio Tomè

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Hailing from historic Cloverdale, British Columbia, Canada, Julio Tomé is a successful entrepreneur, content producer and business coach. His weekly Lawn Care Business Success podcast is considered “required listening” for professionals across the green industry, and his YouTube videos have amassed more than 1.5 million views. In addition, Julio’s Lawn Care Business Success Academy offers online education for folks looking to grow efficient, profitable businesses. With more than 15 years of experience starting and growing his own business, Julio is a trusted source of relevant, timely knowledge for both aspiring and current lawn care professionals.

Julio’s Exmark Equipment:

– Navigator zero-turn mower

– Commercial 30” and 21” X-Series push mowers

– Staris stand-on mower

– Turf Tracer walk-behind mower

Blake Albertson

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Blake Albertson is the owner of Kansas City, MO-based B&B Lawn Care. When he’s not overseeing the weekly maintenance of his company’s 85+ accounts, Blake creates equipment review videos and workday vlogs to help other landscape professionals who are just getting started. Blake’s motto is “stay positive, work hard and go make things happen!”

Blake’s Exmark Equipment:

– 60” Lazer Z X-Series with Tractus Tires

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