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Brian started Yardnique in 1997 while attending North Carolina State University and graduated in 1998 with a degree in Landscape Horticulture. Since, under Brian’s leadership, Yardnique has grown to become one of the largest landscape organizations in the nation. Brian enjoys spending time with his wife Summer, and their blended family of 6 children. When …
Jeff Walters joined the Company as its interim Chief Operating Officer in March of 2024. Jeff has over 29 years of experience in the Facility Service industry. Prior to joining the organization, he was the Senior Vice President of Operational Excellence at Cushman & Wakefield, leading a team to advance operational standards and delivery for their facility service …
Rob joined the Company as its Chief Financial Officer in 2021. Rob has over 30 years of progressive financial experience in financial reporting, planning, and analysis. Previously, he was the CFO/Controller at several private-equity backed companies including Stay Online, Electronic Systems Protection, Burt’s Bees and TogetherSoft. Rob began his career at Deloitte & Touche and is a graduate of Fairfield …
Since joining the Yardnique family in 2017, Norma has been a driving force in supporting the CEO’s vision, strengthening the company’s culture, and elevating its brand presence. With a strong background in business management and administration, she brings both strategy and heart to her leadership. Originally from Texas, Norma moved to North Carolina in 2012. …
With over 15 years of experience in the green industry, Alan has built his career in roles spanning Vice President of Sales, Regional Manager, and Agronomic Manager. Since joining Yardnique in 2023, he has focused on driving revenue growth, building scalable sales processes, and developing high-performing teams that deliver exceptional client experiences. Alan’s leadership is …
Ashley joined Yardnique as Vice President of Human Resources in 2022 and brings over ten years of human capital management experience to the team. Ashley leads talent acquisition, career development, compensation, benefits, and diversity and inclusion efforts as Yardnique expands its operations throughout the southeast. Originally from Hartsville, SC, Ashley grew up in Raleigh, NC …
Robbie is the newest member of the Yardnique management team, earning his Bachelors Degree from Texas Christian University. Robbie leads Yardnique’s acquisition strategy with extensive finance and M&A experience previously working at SENTA ENT, FORVIS, Truist Securities, and JP Morgan. Robbie currently lives in Atlanta, Georgia and is loyal to his TCU Horn Frog …
Joe Chiellini is the founder and CEO of ASI Landscape Management and serves as VP of Strategic Retention & Growth for Yardnique. Since starting ASI in 1993 as a two-man lawn service, he has grown it into a multi-county commercial business with 180 employees and three branches in the Tampa Bay and Orlando areas. Joe …
Adam joined Yardnique in 2013 and brings over 20 years of landscape and horticulture experience, primarily in commercial maintenance. He has played an integral role in Yardnique’s growth and continued expansion. Originally from Florida, Adam moved to North Carolina in 2005 and worked for a wholesale nursery before returning to account management. Adam now …
With over 20 years in safety and occupational health programs, Don joined Yardnique in June 2025. Previously, he was Safety and Occupational Health Manager for the U.S. Marine Corps Forces Central Command and Ground Safety Manager for the U.S. Air Force, retiring in June 2022 after 21 years. He holds a Master’s in Occupational Safety …
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