I came to work at New Way Landscape & Tree Services, after my first year of college in 1997. Growing up, I had strived and dreamt about being many things, varying from lawyer, to psychologist, social worker, business manager, information technology consultant, to graphic artist…the list always kept growing. After 12 “solid” years of year-round, statewide traveling competitive fast-pitch softball - in addition to school, I was exhausted. So I asked my Father, Randy Newhard, if I could join the “family business” at age 18.

I started at the very bottom, being the company receptionist who answered the phone “Good Morning New Way!” My Father, Randy, started me at minimum wage. If I were going to do this, I was going to do it the way he had - from the bottom! After a couple of years handling the front desk, I ventured into the Accounting Department, where I handled the typical A/R & A/P responsibilities. The more I learned about the company’s inner-workings the more creative I felt. Randy began to let me run with some ideas, and I began creating several databases to manage the extra maintenance work invoices, equipment inventory, customer sales contacts and the Customer Information Database. Reporting and Database management turned out to be something I enjoyed. I was very innovative in developing ways to manage this data and information as well as figuring out the best ways to store New Way’s information. In particular we needed these systems for archiving, data storage, and quick referencing.   It provided a way to streamline tasks in administration as a whole. Since I was creatively charged, I was promoted out of Accounting, and into my own new department which was known as the SRS (Service Request System-Customer Service Dept.). It was then that I created the Customer Service Database to enter, store, and have and the online capabilities of previewing your work orders via the web and track service requests for internal control and accountability. Not only does this allow clients to review their work orders online.  We were able to track our account managers work order and hold them accountable for what needed to be done.

After a few years perfecting the S.R.S. Database and the processes that go hand in hand with that department, I was promoted into Marketing where I worked for about 4 years developing all the advertising, marketing pieces, post cards, newsletters, PowerPoint presentations, brochures, tri-folds, articles, etc..  I also attended all the sales functions, from trade shows to golf tournaments, to holiday’s events and fundraisers.  This was my favorite part of working at New Way. I loved being able to fulfill the creativity I had inside, and this was the perfect opportunity to do it.

Then one day my Dad came to me and said he was looking for a “partner”. Someone to share the business with. But especially, someone with whom he could trust his life's work with. Someone who’d have the same desire to keep this company alive, profitable, and reputable. Randy Newhard isn't someone I could ever replace, but when it came to running the business the way he would, he knew his only daughter would carry out that task with passion!  That person was me. That was back in 2006. Since then, I have been the Corporate Director, managing the businesses corporate needs, and infrastructure. In 2007, my Father asked me to become President. Since then I have been acting President, helping to streamline all internal processes as well as external processes. My current goal is to implement the New Way University so all new employees that join our team go through an extensive training program and are thorough, knowledgeable, and productive on New Way’s landscape properties, as well as productive internally.  While being the President, I am sure many top level management people can relate to the multitude of goals I have in my Outlook Tasks/Journals. *Laughs* This year, I plan to implement another project to improve New Way as a company.  No company is perfect, but I plan to get as close as I can.

It's been 14 years since I started at New Way, and I am just as passionate about this company today as I was a decade ago...and working side by side with my Father is a gift many daughters don’t have the opportunity to experience, and I am thankful every day I am here and for the honor and the respect my father has shown me. New Way is home to me, and always will be.

Allen E. Gibbs is Executive Vice President of New Way Landscape & Tree Services Inc. and is responsible for the Operational & Financial performance of the business units comprising

Dan Suhovecky is the CFO of New Way Landscape & Tree Services and is responsible for the oversight of all financial and accounting functions within the organization. He reports directly to the president and CEO and is a member of the company’s Executive Leadership Team.

30 years in the Southern California Landscape Industry. Serving the Commercial, Home Owner Association, Retail, Resort and Government markets.

30 years Customer Service experience Homeowners Association Specialist.

As Branch Manager at New Way Landscape and Tree Services, I am responsible for my Account Managers, and our Military Accounts.

For over 20 years I have been a New Way team member and over time I have worn many hats.

In 2004, my task was to improve our Safety Program. I thought it would be a "piece of cake", but I was sorely wrong. New Way's standard of safety requires a lot of research and hard work. With my efforts, our company immediately began receiving star awards from both ALCA & Planet's safety programs. In 2007, we received a prestigious award from the Artisan Group Safety Program resulting from having zero workers compensation claims. Very few companies receive this award as it is very difficult to obtain in the service and contracting industries. We have custom-designed our Safety Programs to suit New Way's strict safety procedures and policies.

In 2006, I was promoted to the position Branch Manager & Safety Coordinator.

For 25 years I've been husband to my first love – we've raised three beautiful children. In my spare time, I work in my personal garden and play hardball. My favorite time of the year is winter; when snowboarding season is in. I also love to sit on my back patio next to my fire pit, smoking a good cigar and sipping a fine glass of wine.

Brandon Walker has been in the landscape industry for 19 years. He started his career in golf course maintenance at Park Meadows Golf Club in Park City, Utah. He has successfully constructed and maintained such courses in the Southern California area such as Hidden Valley Golf Club (Norco,CA), Eagle Glen Golf Club (Corona,CA), and The Champions Club at The Retreat (Corona,CA).

He is bi-lingual, has a degree in turf grass management, holds a Qualified Applicators License and is currently working on becoming a Certified Arborist. He has successfully managed large scale Home Owners Associations and commercial properties. 

As an Account Manager at New Way Landscape and Tree Services it is Vernon Wengeler's responsibility to manage his portfolio effectively. He must efficiently manage his crews while communicating with his clients.

Vernon has been with the company for over 6 years. During his time at New Way Landscape and Tree Services he has held several different positions working his way up to the Account Manger level. These positions include Gardener, Irrigation Tech, and Field Superintendent.

After serving as a Radioman in the Navy - stuck with high security clearances and dealing in high security communications - I had a desire to be outdoors. I then gravitated toward Landscape Management. My new career started by working as a federal civil servant while working toward a degree in my new field.

My career path led me to work as a Landscape Manager for 12 years with 5-star resorts. This endeavor allowed me to, not only manage various crews at the various resorts, but also allowed me to work closely with the resort's owner (up to his untimely death) and his hand selected Landscape Architect, a professor at the University of Oklahoma. My position gave me great exposure to Engineers, Architects and Construction Managers… it seemed we were always in an expansion phase. This adventure also introduced me to the world of interior foliage.

A peer at Environmental Care, Inc., knowing of my experience, invited me to work with the largest Exterior/Interior landscape company in the United States. Here, I not only managed exterior landscape accounts, but managed the Interiors Division for their San Diego branch. During this tenure, my Interiors Division achieved our company's top national status.

Knowing and understanding Randy's passion for providing quality service is why I am here today!

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In my 2 years with New Way I've worked primarily with Lincoln Military Housing. With Brickman Group, I spent 8 years as an Account Manager /Superintendent in the San Diego area. I've also worked 18 years with my family owned company , Hanna's Nursery and Landscape in Joshua Tree, Ca. in the high desert.

For 8 years I worked in the Arizona Desert for AAA Landscape Company as an Irrigation Technician. I learned about xeriscaping and drought tolerant plants. I was certified as a Cross Connection & Backflow tester and as a Water Manager.

Ron is a former licensed California Landscape Contractor. His experience includes acting as owner and operator of landscape company for 22 years in the Inland Empire.

Ron is also a former member of California Landscape Contractors Association.

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Don comes from 30+ years of experience and know-how within the arboriculture industry. He has been an ISA Certified Arborist since 1990, a member of the Western Chapter of ISA (Int'l Society of Arboriculture, member of ASCA (American Society of Consulting Arborists) and currently working on becoming a registered Consulting Arborist.

Alex works as our Arbor Care Administrator responsible for processing all Tree Contracts, Master Plans, scheduling of work and Client Care.  Alex has been working as a Golf Superintendent since 1996 - starting at Twin Oaks, then moving to Oaks North and ending at Mt. Woodson Golf Club. As a Golf Superintendent, Alex was responsible for ensuring the beautification of the courses entire grounds, including landscape, trees, irrigation, fertilization, and managing the staff. Alex also has his Bachelors in International Business from San Diego State University. With Alex's extensive background in Trees and Landscape, coupled with Business, he provides the perfect balance and completion to the Tree Company staff, as well as further enhances the company's capabilities in providing Excellent Customer Satisfaction.

Sam Cadwallader graduated from Texas A & M University with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing. Sam started at New Way in 2003 and focuses his time on sales, marketing and business development. He is active in local industry organizations such as BOMA Community Service Committee, IREM Young Professionals council, CAI Membership Committee and the BIA Cares Board.

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Stephanie Kozlowski came to New Way Landscape & Tree Services because of the company's commitment to excellence. She has over 14 years of experience in sales, sales management, customer service, and business development. Providing excellent customer service for all of her clients is something that she has consistently strived to do. Stephanie understands the importance of being proactive and implementing strong relationships in order to give the best possible customer experience.

Mike brings to New Way eight years of professional experience in property management, association management, and real estate leasing and sales. Mike is a people person by nature but his extensive background in real estate, property management, and association management has greatly enhanced his ability to serve and understand his client’s needs. He is a native to Orange County and, aside from spending 2008 traveling Australia, has resided in Orange County his entire life. Mike genuinely loves to make people happy and will do everything in his ability to best serve the interest of his clients, friends, and family.

Stacy Handles the Following Responsibilities:

• Oversees New Way Main and Branch Offices
• Correspondence
• Maintenance Extra Proposals
• Change Order Processing
• Maintenance Walkthroughs
• Board Meeting Processing
• Processes New Maintenance Contract Property Maps
• Signed Tree Contracts, Maintenance Contracts/Agreements, & Extra Maintenance Proposals
• Policy & Procedure Coordination

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Stacy is exceptionally proficient in Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, FilemakerPRO and CorelDraw.

Sheila Handles the Following Responsibilities:

• Manages the Customer Care Department 
• Maintains the SRS (Service Request System) Databases 
• Processes all Work Order/Service Requests for the SRS System
• All special requests via Property Manager or Internal New Way Employees  
• Tracks, uploads, and manages the Online Summaries of Work Orders on the Website
• Some correspondence 
• Some office projects and executive assistance

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Truck Repairs, Building Maintenance, Equipment Maintenance.

EJ started in Business Development with New Way in March of 2008: he has specialized in outside sales and client management for over 20 years. Currently, he is responsible for IT/Helpdesk, design and marketing, email systems, and website design/maintenance for www.newwaypro.com and www.newwaytrees.com.

He spends his time hiking, camping, and taking pictures of the plant-life around the mountains and deserts of Southern California. His excursions include the Anzo-Borrego Desert, Laguna Mountains, Lake Cuyamaca, Cowles Mountain, parts of Jamul and Alpine, Kofa/Arizona, and The Cargo Muchacho Mountains…he holds an extensive photo collection of wildflowers and succulents from these areas.

In his role as Human Resources and Accounting for New Way, Aaron Grubbs is responsible for HR related issues, payroll, and various accounting functions.  Aaron began his career with New Way in 2000, after graduating from SDSU.  He has held roles with New Way as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Collections, and Accounting Assistant.  His background includes several years of experience working within the company.  He has attended several HR related seminars to further his education.  Aaron holds a Bachelor Degree in Accounting from San Diego State University.

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