Wright Landscape Services: Photo of past projects including a rock feature, stone work and planter, grounds work.

Meet Our Landscaping Professionals

David Wright President

CLP, OALA, CSLA, ISA Certified Arborist

Dave Wright a Landscaping Architect and Certified Arborist based in Kitchener, Ontario

Working in the family business, David grew up with landscaping in his blood and always on his mind. He worked in the grounds maintenance division for several years, gaining valuable experience and building towards playing a larger role with the company in the future. David went on to obtain his Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from the University of Guelph. He then spent the next seven years consulting on large corporate, multi-unit residential and municipal projects across Southern Ontario, Western Canada, the United States and Asia. This provided David with a wealth of experience and projects to draw inspiration from. As a landscape architect and a certified arborist, David combines creativity and talent to design, build and maintain landscape solutions that will make your neighbours green with envy.

Professional Affiliations

  • Member, Ontario Association of Landscape Architects
  • Member, Canadian Society of Landscape Architects
  • Member, International Society of Aboriculture
  • Past President, Waterloo Chapter of Landscape Ontario
  • Landscape Industry Certified Manager

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John R. Keenan Operations Manager

BSc Biology, ISA Certified Arborist, CLP

John R. Keenan a Landscape Designer and Certified Arborist based in Kitchener Waterloo, Ontario

With over 30 years in the industry, John has the experience to ensure your landscape project is done right-on time and on budget. After joining Wright Lawn Care in the early 70's, he progressed through the ranks from labourer to become the Operations Manager. Now John puts his expertise to work with Wright Landscape Services in project management and estimating, as well as managing day-to-day operations. His experience, organizational skills and attention to detail will ensure your project will be executed seamlessly, efficiently and effortlessly as the Wright team makes your design a reality.

Professional Affiliations

  • Member, International Society of Aboriculture
  • Landscape Industry Certified Manager

Chad Halstead Lawn Care Field Supervisor

Hon BA

Chad Halstead a professional landscaping contractor who provides professional lawn care services in Kitchener, Ontario

Chad has been working in the lawn care industry for almost fifteen years. He has practical field experience in all aspects of lawn and tree care. He began aerating and working as a lawn care technician while finishing his university degree. He is a fully licensed applicator and is an agent for the IPM accreditation program. He has extensive knowledge of lawn care practices, pest and disease management and has worked in all areas of the industry including much time in customer service and tree care. He values the relationships with our customers and strives to integrate his experience with the latest industry developments to bring you the best possible service that will make your landscape a healthy environment your family can enjoy.

Tristan Baxter Maintenance Foreman

NPD

Tristan Baxter a professional landscaping contractor who provides professional lawn care services in Kitchener, Ontario

Tristan is classically trained in ornamental horticulture and he acquired his comprehensive training in this field at the highly-acclaimed Niagara Parks Commission School of Horticulture. This, combined with his experience in garden and turf maintenance in the golf industry, has provided Tristan with an extensive knowledge base which ensures he can effectively manage the maintenance needs of our customers. He believes that quality, friendly and professional service are the keys to success and he strives to make every property look the very best it can. Tristan’s passion for quality horticulture makes him a great addition to the growing division of Wright Landscape Services and he looks forward to helping customers make their property stand out from the rest.

Christopher E. Huizingh
Landscape Forman/Snow Supervisor

CHT, ICPI Certified Installer

Christopher E. Huizingh is a Kitchener based professional landscaper whom is a certified horticultural technician and certified interlocking stone installer with extensive experience with the construction aspect of landscaping design.

Chris believes customer satisfaction is a direct reflection of good quality work and being a cut above the rest. He started his career in the industry over 12 years ago as a general Laborer and worked his way up through the ranks to become a Supervisor. In 2005 Chris joined the team at Wright Landscape Services as the Landscape Forman/ Snow Supervisor. Chris's extensive experience with the construction aspect of the business gives him an exceptional eye for detail and insuring quality workmanship. In the winter months Chris heads up the Snow and Ice Management Team in ensuring that both residential and commercial customers receive exceptional service.

Cheryl Bretz
Account Coordinator and Office Administrator

Cheryl Bretz has extensive experience providing customer service for the Wright landscaping company and it's customers in Kitchener, Ontario

Cheryl has been with Wright Landscape Services since 2003. As office administrator, Cheryl uses her extensive experience with customer service to ensure that the relationship shared between customer and the company runs smoothly. Cheryl's experience allows her to answer customer questions and co-ordinate the efforts between divisions within the business to ensure that all needs are met and our customer is satisfied.