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Chris Speen

General Manager

Chris has been involved in the landscape industry for over 20 years. Chris has provided our company with a stable and consistent leader and role model. Chris’ attention to detail with his team, including a positive reinforcement for success; and his focus on exceptional client service, has led Twin Oaks to remain a profitable and sustainable landscape business. While Chris leads our sales team in custom drainage solutions, he relies on his team of experts for other solutions to make the Twin Oaks experience a positive one.


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Joe Hayes

Project Manager

Joe joined Twin Oaks in 2000 as our lead brick paver expert. He created exceptional environments for clients, and was to a fault, a perfectionist when it came to measurements and angles. He was also a leader in teaching new team members the proper techniques for not only laying pavers, but understanding the importance of proper multi-layer base levels. Through the years, Joe has excelled in becoming a manager for all projects and has been honored by many clients with praise for his exceptional work and work ethic of his great team of builders.  Joe is IPCI Certified (Interlock Concrete Paver Institute).


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Sara Speen

Corporate Controller

Sara joined Twin Oaks full time in 2004 where she started primarily with establishing the Human Resources Department, including employee-focused programs for safety, training & development, benefits and incentive programs, as well as recruitment. In addition, she assists our team with marketing campaigns, data, and financial analysis and business systems and relations.


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Terry Shipley

Office Manager

Terry joined Twin Oaks in 2006 and has been keeping us all in line. Terry may be the one you initially speak with when calling Twin Oaks Landscape. Terry’s primary role is inputting and maintaining our accounting system, including payroll/taxes, Account Payable and Receivable, and all monthly reporting. She works closely with Chris and Sara to keep the business books on track, per department. She maintains all data entry from purchasing to the tracking of materials and supplies.


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Kathy Squiers

Assistant Designer and Sales Associate

Kathy Squiers is a highly experienced Assistant Designer and Sales Associate at Twin Oaks Landscape, bringing over 30 years of work and teaching about plants, gardening and design. Her artistic eye and extensive knowledge of landscape and plant design, horticulture, botany, plant biology, resource ecology management, and gardening make her an invaluable asset to the team. With a “do whatever it takes” attitude, Kathy works hard to create the garden magic she envisions, getting her hands dirty to make it happen.


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Alex Cremeans

Hardscape Expert & Project Manager

With over 22 years of experience in the industry, Alex is a great asset to our team. He leads our teams in installing and managing hardscape projects, teaching high quality craftsmanship with focus on the fine details. He loves working with clients on creating their dream outdoor living spaces from start to finish. Alex is also a great resource for our team for his vast knowledge in horticulture and turf management. In addition, he proudly serves our country as a Michigan Army National Guard since 2019.


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Gabe Southwell

Quality Assurance & Operations Manager

Gabe has been a valuable asset to our team since 2013. He has led our horticulture teams for years in executing and training best practices for proper techniques in pruning and planting as well as leading landscape bed rejuvenation projects. He meets with clients to discuss solutions for plant and tree issues, as well as recommendations for new or replacement plantings. Gabe heads our Quality Assurance Program which includes safety and educational training for our team.


Krystina Koepke

Account Manager

Meet Krystina, a MSU graduate in Landscape Design and Construction Management. She has joined our team bringing 20 years of experience in client relations and performance in the Horticulture industry. Krystina will be working closely with landscape clients and crew members to continuously improve landscapes with proper care and enhancements. Her passion for flowers and plants provides a great resource for our clients and team.



Charley and Sadie

Office Mascots

Charley (left) and Sadie (right) are buddies. They have become a part of the Twin Oaks’ family and we all have enjoyed their companionship and zoomies. For those that knew Ruby (Charley’s mama), she passed away in January 2021 from cancer, and we miss her dearly!