Sustainable commercial landscaping is no longer a nice-to-have. For property managers facing rising water costs, tightening irrigation restrictions, and ESG reporting requirements, it has become a financial and compliance priority. Done well, it lowers water and chemical spending, reduces maintenance labor, and supports green building certifications that tenants increasingly expect. This guide is written for…
A well-run commercial landscape maintenance schedule is the difference between a property that looks sharp all year and one that lurches from crisis to crisis. In the Southeast, where the growing season runs long and hurricane season overlaps peak growth, timing is everything. This month-by-month guide is written for HOA boards, commercial property managers, and…
Commercial landscape lighting does far more than make a property look good after dark. It reduces slip-and-fall liability, deters crime, extends the usable hours of outdoor amenity spaces, and can cut energy costs by a wide margin when older fixtures are replaced with LEDs. This guide is for HOA boards, commercial property managers, and facility…
Every property manager wants the same answer: what should commercial landscape maintenance cost in 2026? The honest reply is that pricing depends on a handful of clear factors, not a single number. Property size, service scope, climate, and contract structure all shape the final figure. This guide breaks down those factors so you can build…
Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30, and for commercial properties across Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas, and the Gulf Coast, those six months represent the single largest landscape risk on the calendar. A category 2 storm can take down a 60-foot oak. A category 4 can rearrange a property’s entire tree canopy and…
Every commercial property manager eventually faces the same question: should we keep landscape maintenance in-house, or hire a professional landscape company? The decision affects budgets, liability, curb appeal, and tenant satisfaction for years at a time. The wrong call can quietly drain a reserve fund or damage property value through inconsistent care. The answer is…
Water is the most expensive line item in many commercial landscape budgets, and it is also the easiest to waste. A single stuck valve, a broken head, or a controller running on a 1990s schedule can push a property’s monthly utility bill into the thousands of dollars without anyone noticing for weeks. Smart commercial irrigation…
Managing a commercial landscape in Florida is not like managing one anywhere else in the country. Year-round growing seasons, punishing humidity, hurricane threats, strict fertilizer blackout periods, and sandy soils that drain water almost as fast as your irrigation system can deliver it — these are the realities property managers face from the Panhandle to…
Landscaping is one of the last trades to touch a new development project, but it is also one of the first things buyers, tenants, and architectural review boards evaluate. When commercial landscaping for new construction falls behind schedule, it does not just delay certificate of occupancy — it stalls closings, pushes back lease start dates,…
When a commercial property needs new turf, every week without grass is a week of exposed soil, erosion risk, and diminished curb appeal. That is why commercial sod installation remains the preferred method for HOA communities, office parks, retail centers, and new developments across the Southeast. Unlike seeding, which can take months to establish, professionally…
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Ray Leach is Chief Executive Officer for United Land Services.
He serves on our executive leadership team and handles daily field strategy for the organization and across our many branch locations to include compliance, finances, planning, and business development. Prior to his current role, he served as owner and operator of Southern Scapes, another mainstay in Northeast Florida focusing on landscape renovation, residential property care, and commercial design. His organization merged with United Landscapes to help lay the foundation for United Land Services as it exists today.
Ray brings over 30 years landscaping industry experience to our organization and is the driving force behind our commitment to quality and customer service. He carries professional certifications in Irrigation, Business Strategy & Planning, and specializes in organizational development and acquisitions.
Donnie Cope is Senior VP of Operations for United Land Services.
He serves on our executive leadership team and works as an extension of the President’s office in carrying out strategic goals for the organization. He collaborates with all our Northeast Florida branches to ensure our services are performed at the highest level by ensuring best practices are shared and followed. Prior to his current role, he served as Operations Manager for ULS and previously acted as owner and operator of Florida Turf Grass and Outdoor Concepts, servicing Northeast Florida with sod installation, grading, and design services.
Donnie brings over 7 years’ landscaping industry experience to our organization. He holds an Associate degree in Business Administration and Management from St. John’s Community College and specializes in tactical business leadership, change management, and operational strategy.
Bryan Lee is the Chief HR Officer for United Land Services.
He serves on the executive leadership team and is responsible for our human capital strategy and all areas of human resources within the organization. Prior to joining ULS, Bryan held top executive roles within human resources in both the transportation/logistics and manufacturing sectors.
Bryan has over 20 years of human resources and organizational development experience in both private and publicly traded companies with a focus on business strategy and cultural change. He holds a BA from the University of Maryland and an MBA from Jacksonville University.
Jason Lamb is Chief Financial Officer for United Land Services.
He serves on our executive leadership team. Jason entered the landscape industry as the CFO for Somerset Landscape in Chandler, AZ in 2011. At the time the business was doing $6M in annual revenue. It grew organically and with acquisitions in Las Vegas and Dallas, it grew to $35M in annual revenue when it was sold in 2018. Jason worked for two years as a Regional Controller. He joined UNITED LAND SERVICES in 2020 as the Director of Finance and is now responsible for planning, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting for each of the business units and acquisitions. Jason holds a Finance degree and an MBA from Arizona State University.
Vice President of Business Operation
Tom Enright is the Vice President of Business Operation for United Land Services.
Tom Enright joined the ULS team in 2021, with over 18 years Landscape Industry experience. He has spent the last decade in the Central Florida Market working in the Commercial Landscape Maintenance arena. Prior to joining ULS, Tom held a variety of roles including, Account Manager and Branch Manager with a largescale maintenance company. He also spent 8 years in the Atlanta market, focused on overseeing large Landscape Installation projects ranging from $100K to $5M. As Vice President, Tom focuses on our Fleet & Safety Department, keeping our equipment operating efficiently and our employees safe daily. Along with his focus on Fleet & Safety, Tom assists in overseeing numerous day to day business operations.
Tom holds an Associate degree in Architectural Design and Construction.
Tatiana Kurtiyakova is Vice President of Accounting for United Land Services.
Tatiana has over 10 years of accounting and finance experience in distribution, retail, and manufacturing sectors. She has proven ability to lead accounting teams and is experienced in implementing best practices and continuous process improvements while supporting operational growth. Tatiana is a team-oriented leader with keen talent evaluation and staff development skills. She oversees all aspects of accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, financial audit, taxation, budgets, debt service, cash analysis and projections, and payroll
Tatiana holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Law; Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, S.E. in Finance from Valdosta State University; Master of Science in Accounting and Finance from Purdue University Global. Has an active CPA license in the State of Florida.
Vice President of Maintenance Operations
Jason Ackman is the Vice President of Maintenance Operations for United Land Services.
Jason Ackman has been in the landscape industry for over 30 years. Jason founded his first company in 1996 in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL and organically grew it to the greater Orlando and Tampa markets. In 2015 Jason sold his company to a national landscape platform.
In 2021 he had the opportunity to start a new landscape maintenance company. During this span Jason served as CEO and built his company through both organic growth and acquisitions. In 2023 Jason made the decision to merge with United Land Services.
Jason’s strong talents in the landscape industry include building a culture where all employees feel like family, as well as organically growing and acquiring strong companies with the same interests/beliefs. With a background in team sports, Jason strongly believes you have nothing without a team.