Who We Are?
Team leaders
Our Team leaders have been business partners for over a decade, each having a unique background and experience creating a valuable storehouse of knowledge and practicality.
Jason Barnes
Chief Consultant - Co Founder
Mr. Jason Barnes is a product developer and consultant within the concrete flooring industry. He is the author of the GP9, Nine Elements of Green Polishing, which has become a practice adopted by the industry—published in CSI specifier in 2011. He has developed from that article theconcrete9 series, isolating key elements in designing and implementing concrete floors. An advocate of a system approach to concrete polishing, Jason is well versed in densifiers, colorants, and shrinkage compensating concrete. Mr. Barnes is a trained public speaker and a continuing education provider for design professionals. His expertise has brought over 40 products to market, most primarily focused on a "green" (sustainable, economical & versatile) approach to the concrete industry. He has enjoyed success in discerning the underlying problems and presenting solutions encountered by design professionals & owners on projects nationwide wherein they have experienced "floor failure". Mr. Barnes serves as a voting member on several committees with the American Concrete Institue. He is the co-founder and Chief consultant for Green Umbrella.
Mark Hurshman
Field Consultant - Co Founder
Mr. Hurshman has an extensive background in the polishing concrete industry. His projects have spanned from residential, commercial and educational. His projects have been featured on the Discovery Channel, and USA Today. He was project manger on the first Pre-K through 12, Platinum-LEED Certified school in the United States (2007), Greensburg,KS. Mr. Hurshman understands the contractors side to our specifications, focusing on the implementation of GPnine principles in the work place. Years of experience, consulting for contractors, architects, and owners. Mark’s strength lies in the experience in understanding the problems faced by GHP(Grind Hone and Polishing) contractors on projects today. Unlike most manufacture representatives, he has millions of square feet of on-site experience. Marks consulting can be invaluable for the contractor who is called upon to fixed what might be thought as a failed project. He is eager to help you on your next project.
ACI- American Concrete Institute
Partner
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is a leading authority and resource worldwide for the development and distribution of consensus-based standards, technical resources, educational programs, and proven expertise for individuals and organizations involved in concrete design, construction, and materials, who share a commitment to pursuing the best use of concrete.
Concrete Sawing & Drilling Association
Partner
CSDA promotes the use of professional cutting, polishing, imaging and selective demolition contractors and their methods.
The GP9- Green Polishing Fundamentals
Partner
The GP9 provides a comprehensive approach to a budding industry. A system approach is key to the workflow and success of a polished concrete floor. The polished concrete floor industry is lacking standardization relative to the equipment, chemicals, and process.
U.S. Green Building Council
Partner
The U.S. Green Building Council is transforming the way we design, build, maintain and operate our buildings, homes and communities.