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With over 60 branches in 25 states and over 4,000 employees, we have the ability to meet any challenge. In fact, LandCare is proud to be consistently ranked as one of the top landscape service companies in the United States.
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Regional Teams
Neil Carter
Executive Vice President, Midwest Division
Neil Carter leads the Midwest Division operations team for LandCare. He brings a lifetime of green industry experience to the role: former business owner, top executive for The Brickman Group’s Midwest Division, and most recently as an independent consultant. Neil’s breadth of knowledge includes construction, design, maintenance and snow management, as well as business strategy and acquisition integration.
Neil’s approach to leadership is long-term and values-based. He teaches that relationships last beyond today’s business deal and that what we do today can have a lasting impact.
Branches Covered:
Great Lakes & Plains
Brandon De Young
Divisional VP, Northwest
Brandon is a green industry veteran with over 15 years of experience in account and branch management roles. A true servant leader, the happiness of his team members and customers is at the forefront of every business decision.
Branches Covered:
Washington, Oregon, and Northern California
Tim Martinez
Executive Vice President of Operations
While studying engineering at Arizona State University, Tim Martinez’ career took a detour into the golf industry and then into commercial landscape management. He uses a systematic approach to solve business problems, mentor employees and grow personally and professionally.
With 22 years in the green industry, Tim has a rich background in developing people, leading teams, and inspiring extraordinary commitment to customer service. Tim began his career at American Golf, where he spent 12 years and grew to become a regional director.
With LandCare since 2010, Tim has led local branch teams in Phoenix, served regionally across the Southwest, and led regions in the West Division, extending from Arizona to Washington. In his role as EVP of Operations, Tim ensures LandCare continues to lead the industry in safety, and source and supply the best resources for our teams to effectively serve our clients.
Brad Roppé
Market VP, SoCal & Southwest
Brad has served commercial properties for years, and honed his landscaping skills through the last decade. With a background in law and commercial real estate, he’s focused on growing our brand.
Branches Covered:
San Diego, Phoenix & Las Vegas
Andrew Keppel
Market VP, Great Lakes
A 20-year veteran of the green industry, Andrew’s time has been spent overseeing teams throughout the Midwest. Andrew’s leadership efforts are centered on the betterment of his team, with a directed emphasis on the development of technical and soft skills. Placing a high importance on autonomy, he encourages team members to leverage collaborative discussion to explore and formulate operational strategies.
Branches Covered:
Chicago and Columbus
Ryan Lister
Market VP, Plains
Ryan has been in the industry since 1998, serving multiple markets throughout the Midwest. He is committed to investing in his team’s professional development and building meaningful relationships through win-win partnerships.
Branches Covered:
Kansas City, Indianapolis, St Louis
John Ashenfelter
Region VP, Florida East
Starting in the landscaping industry in 1998, John has worked his entire career in Florida, serving multiple markets throughout the state. John’s passion has always been about growing the business, fostering long term customer relationships, and growing his people.
Branches Covered:
Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Naples
Paul Copenhafer
Region VP, Florida West
Paul entered the commercial landscape maintenance industry in 2003. Having served a wide array of customers throughout Florida, Paul firmly believes that success is found in the Golden Rule, “Treat others how you wish to be treated.”
Branches Covered:
Orlando, Tampa
Karen Wilkinson
Regional VP, Northwest
A career veteran of the landscape industry and native of the Pacific Northwest, Karen has worked with local, regional and national firms. Her leadership style is collaborative and empowering as she helps her teams focus on living the core values.
Branches Covered:
Seattle and Tacoma
Zach Belcher
Vice President, Central Division
A skilled landscaper with over 20 years in the industry, Zach’s passion lies in establishing meaningful relationships with customers, delivering high-quality landscape services, and nurturing the development of his team.
Branches Covered:
Austin, Dallas, Houston, Ft Worth, San Antonio, Oklahoma and Tulsa