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Jonathan Williams

With over 20 years of experience in the landscape industry, Jonathan has a keen understanding of design and creating sustainable landscapes. As an artist, he takes a creative approach to each project using the elements and principles of design to develop stunning landscapes that his clients will cherish for years to come! Having a firm …

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Mary Johnson Love

Born in Venezuela, Mary brings the vivid colors of South America to life with her breathtaking landscape designs! Known for her outstanding work with seasonal color, and exceptional attention to detail with planting layouts, Mary blends her artistic abilities with years of experience in the industry to create landscapes her clients will cherish for years …

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Brian DuMont

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 …

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Rob Wood

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 …

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Norma Avalos

Originally from Texas, Norma moved to North Carolina in 2012 and joined the Yardnique family in March 2017. Norma’s background in business management and administration has been invaluable to Yardnique’s growth and assisting Yardnique’s CEO to carry out the company’s vision.   Norma enjoys new adventures while traveling, going to baseball/hockey games, loves a trip …

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Jeff Walters

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 …

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Ashley McDermott

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 …

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Robbie Blair (RB)

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 …

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Adam Boyette

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 …

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Barrett Hines

Barrett has been a member of Yardnique’s Landscape Maintenance division since January 2010. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Horticulture from North Carolina State University. Prior to working at Yardnique, Barrett’s experience in the green industry included retail nursery sales and landscape installation.   Barrett lives in Raleigh with his wife Allison, their …

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