Meet Our Dedicated Team
T.J. McNitt
Owner / President / Operations Manager
T.J. McNitt is the driving force behind the VerdeGo team and day to day operations of both our locations. T.J. is a licensed and certified General Contractor with extensive knowledge and experience in the installation of many landscape, hardscape and irrigation projects. T.J.’s demand for excellence and attention to detail combined with a highly qualified staff has made VerdeGo northeast Florida’s premier Garden Center & Landscape operation.
Beau Barnett
Director of Business Development
Beau Barnett is our Director of Business Development helping VerdeGo to improve our organization’s profitability and size by generating new commercial maintenance prospects. Beau’s ability to understand maintenance operations, finance, and specific horticulture issues; diversify our approach to building strong landscape maintenance partnerships.
Carrie Stuart
Purchaser
Carrie has been with Verdego for a number of years and has excellent plant knowledge. Her years of experience also provides her the skills required as our Purchaser as well as a valued member of our Garden Center Staff.
Allynne Jones
Senior Sales & Marketing / FNGLA Professional
Allynne is a Florida Certified Horticultural Professional with 15 years experience at Verdego. Allynne not only assists customers in the Garden Center but writes the monthly newsletter and handles some of the marketing for Verdego.
Billy Genovese
Director of Business Development
Billy is one of our Directors of Business Development and is focusing on helping VerdeGo grow our commercial maintenance division. He comes to Verdego with 15 years of Business Development experience in various industries. Billy is a native to Palm Coast and has a Business Administration degree from the University of North Florida.
Jake Bolden
Branch Manager St. Johns County
Jake comes to Verdego, with a combination of education and years of experience behind him. Jake graduated with an Agricultural & Environmental Science degree (emphasis on Horticulture) from the University of Georgia. He now has 15 years of experience in Commercial Maintenance, Irrigation and Installation Experience. He is also an FNLGA Certified Horticultural Professional and he is sure to be an asset to our St. Johns County area customers.
David Simmons
Estimator
David is an ex-serviceman with 20 years of service as part of the United States Submarine Force. David is a Florida Native who has over 15 years experience in the landscaping estimate industry. David works with the Business Development team to provide take-off and cost analysis for new construction and maintenance projects.
Andres Jaimes
Operations Manager
Andres heads up all of our landscape installation crews. He has been with VerdeGo for over 15 years and has extensive plant, landscape, hardscape, &irrigation knowledge.
Bruno Perez
Director of Maintenance
Bruno oversees all Landscape Maintenance Operations and personnel. He provides a great deal of experience to VerdeGo and is an integral part of keeping VerdeGo running smoothly and moving forward.
Ryan Seifert
Project Manager
Ryan joined the VerdeGo team, bringing with him 13 years of experience with a background in irrigation and maintenance. Ryan is a specialist in two wire systems and is a Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor with the US Irrigation Association. A welcome addition to our team!
Jennifer Laura
Office Manager / Human Resources
Jennifer is our office and human resources manager. Her great attitude & hard work ensures that our business is running at its best.
Jeff DiGuglielmo
Account Manager - Maintenance
Jeff brings to Verdego over 20 years of experience in landscape maintenance and construction. Jeff manages Maintenance Landscaping Accounts for Verdego and his experience is a valuable asset to our company and clients. Picture forthcoming.
Brian Patenaude
Senior Landscape Designer
Brian is our senior landscape designer & heads up our design center. He is a Florida Certified Landscape Designer with over 30 years of experience in the landscape industry. His extensive plant & design knowledge lead the way for all our future endeavors.
Matthew Stinson
Landscape Consultant
Matt came to Verdego with over 15 years of experience in design and landscape operations. His wealth of knowledge shows in the innovative, beautiful landscapes that he designs for both homes and businesses. His advanced understanding of customers needs, coupled with attention to detail, results in not only outstanding landscapes but high levels of customer satisfaction.
Amanda Willson
Landscape Consultant
Amanda came to Verdego with 10 years’ experience in Landscape Design. She has an AAS degree in Horticulture and a BA in Landscape Architecture. Her love of plants and her creative talents assist in creating beautiful landscapes and ‘high end’ presentation materials.
Tom Jones
CAD Drafter
Tom brings 40 years plus experience in CAD design, 3D modeling, and commercial & residential site designs, to Verdego. He is an essential part of the design staff!
Shannon Burg
Asst. Designer/Drafter
Shannon is an integral part of our design team and assists in the creation & implementation of our landscape designs.
Jennie Keppler
Director of Operations: Irrigation & Lighting
Jennie handles all the daily operations for irrigation and lighting for all new construction, redesign and maintenance both for residential, commercial, and maintenance.
Cody Warren
Permitting Specialist/Admin Assistant
Cody is a 6th generation Flagler county native who comes to Verdego with a wealth of knowledge of not only her home county, but the permitting that is required for the area. Her several years experience in customer service and permitting makes her a great addition to the Verdego staff.
Cara Brammer
Accounting
Cara handles the accounting for the VerdeGo Maintenance Division of the business, as well as accounting for several other associated companies. She has 25+ years of accounting experience.
Stephanie Golden
Administrative Assistant / Maintenance & Operations
Coming Soon
Juana Salazar
Garden Center Associate
Juana has been with Verdego since 2003. She is a valuable asset to the Garden Center staff with her extensive plant knowledge and her attention to detail. She helps keep our Garden Center looking beautiful and is always willing to assist our customers!
Nedi Jaimes
Garden Center Associate
With over 15 years experience working with plants Nedi helps keeps our garden center looking good. She assists customers with plant selections, sprays, fertilizes, pulls work orders and even loads mulch with the big tractor!
Nykia Lappke
Administrative Assistant
Nykia is the smiling face that greets you when you enter Verdego. She comes to Verdego with five years worth of retail and customer service. She comes from a landscaping family and has been around the business for several years. She is excited to be working for Verdego and will endeavor to assist you when you come in or call!
Glenn Laura
Irrigation & Lighting Technician
Glenn is our irrigation and lighting specialist. He has the knowledge to make sure that your plants are getting the proper water they need during the day and getting the proper look at night.
John Sprague
Irrigation & Lighting Staff
John brings over 30 years’ experience in irrigation and lighting in both residential and commercial applications. His valuable experience is a true asset to the team!
Randy Valdez
Landscape Foreman
Randy has developed years of knowledge during his tenure at VerdeGo. He is responsible for overseeing daily operations and manages multiple crews for landscape installation. His experience is a valuable asset to our day to day operations. Picture still forthcoming.
Roland Martin
Production Specialist
Roland came to VerdeGo with over 20 years experience in the landscape business. Roland is our Production Specialist who works hand in hand with our Project Manager. He schedules and directs personnel and resources toward providing quality, cost-effective services to our clients. A great asset to the Verdego team!