Meet our leaders.

A graduate of Mississippi State University with a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, Mike began his career in the design/build division of a regional leader in the Mid-Atlantic states. He moved to The Brickman Group a short time later, and helped pioneer their branch model when the company’s focus changed from design/build to maintenance. During his 23 years with Brickman, he saw their revenue increase from $40M to $850M, creating a network of branches across the United States. He was active in developing new markets, engaged in all aspects of mergers and acquisitions, led corporate functions for marketing and employee development, and served Brickman as their Executive Vice President during his last 7 years.

After leaving Brickman, Mike created Monterey Pine Advisors, a consultancy serving the green industry. He assumed leadership of LandCare at the end of 2014, attracted by the opportunity to define a culture and build a team with a long-term vision and constancy of purpose, and to create a place where professionals passionate about landscaping could grow a fulfilling career.

At the helm of the new LandCare, Mike sets the tone for growing the next generation of leaders who will innovate the future of the landscape industry. He believes a strong culture based on core values is integral to building strong successful teams.

“People who believe deeply that they are part of a great team and engaged in a meaningful mission will commit courageously to the business’ success.”

Mike’s leadership style focuses on people.

“Our people come first. Start with the ‘who’, then the ‘what’. Engage the front line teams and make sure everything else in the company is built to support them in the mission of serving our customers.”

Mike lives with his wife, Rebecca, in San Diego, CA. He enjoys long-distance running, endurance sports, and exploring the back country trails and ski slopes of the Sierras.

Since joining LandCare in 2015 as the Director of Finance, Jennifer led efforts to build the company’s regional controller team, branch administration procedures, and led its company-wide ERP implementation, updating its accounting, personnel management and production management software. In her role as Executive Vice President of Organizational Development, Jennifer championed the alignment of LandCare’s employee services, learning and development and talent acquisition teams to improve the team member experience from recruitment to role advancement. Jennifer's increased focus on LandCare’s internal initiatives, like their internship program, Management Training program (MT) and Women’s Initiative Network showcases her passion for people and ability to enhance the team member experience.

“I’m proud to be a part of a group of leaders who are dedicated to maintaining our company culture and developing initiatives that drive positive change within the organization,” Burnett says.

As LandCare’s first CPO, Jennifer will lead efforts focused on talent recruitment, training and development, employee services and benefits, and the Tangerine Foundation’s TERF and LEAF initiatives. Her demonstrated history with LandCare as a thought-leader, change-maker and team member advocate will be instrumental in leading LandCare’s mission to attract, engage and develop the most talented teams in the industry.

Dan joined LandCare in 2015, providing leadership to the company’s Finance and Information Technology functions and helping to guide the company’s overall strategic direction. Dan earned a degree in Psychology from Yale University and is a CFA charterholder, shaping his team-centered management philosophy and emphasis on a disciplined, logical thought process, ensuring the company puts its resources towards the support of its customers and employees.

“I want LandCare to be known for doing great work. That means holding expectations high for everyone on the team,” says Dan. “It also means I owe a lot to the team to support their success. I love the opportunity to both teach and learn every day, and to ensure the culture at LandCare remains a constant learning environment.”

Prior to LandCare, Dan spent 11 years with LPL Financial in a variety of roles, including business development, marketing, and corporate strategy before serving as the company’s Treasurer. Based in San Diego, Dan is a die-hard Broncos fan. His zest for adventure now includes enjoying outdoor activities like camping, hiking, and coaching the baseball and soccer teams of his three children.