OUR TEAM

Collaborative & Driven

Whispering Pines takes immense pride in our exceptional team of individuals

We are a dynamic group of outdoor enthusiasts, creative minds, and skilled professionals, united by our passion for creating breathtaking outdoor spaces. With diverse backgrounds and expertise, our team brings fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to every project. Collaborative and driven, we thrive on delivering exceptional results and exceeding client expectations. If you are inspired by the beauty of nature, have a knack for design, and a desire to be part of something extraordinary, we invite you to join our team of visionaries at Whispering Pines. Together, let’s create outdoor spaces that leave a lasting impression.

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OUR TEAM

Meet Our Incredible Team

At Whispering Pines, we take immense pride in our exceptional team of individuals. Their unwavering dedication to our mission and our clients is unparalleled. With their passion, expertise, and attention to detail, we are confident that they will surpass your expectations.

After graduating from Ridgetown College in 1993 with an Ornamental Horticulture diploma, I set out to establish my mark in the industry. Whispering Pines was created and since then I have been provided the opportunity to work with exceptional clients and dedicated vendors, while developing a team of loyal staff.

GREG WILDEBOER

Ceo & Founder

Flowers, people, and the outdoors are my passion! I attended Niagara College and received a Horticultural Technician diploma and joined the WPL team in 2007. I love a challenge and have grown from labourer to operations to management and now specialize in managing the finances of the company.

MELISSA HOLTLAND

CONTROLLER

I joined the WPL team in 2018. Whispering Pines’ strong reputation in the community and their workplace culture is what drew me to the company. I am passionate about helping employees with growth and development, and the overall health and safety of our team. I am proud to live and work in Dufferin County.

KELLY HUTCHINSON

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER

I am honoured to be part of the WPL family. I enjoy coordinating an industry leading, multi divisional organization. I deeply value the opportunity to nurture and maintain the meaningful personal connections that we enjoy with our clients.

AMANDA RAYBURN

OPERATIONS MANAGER

I am passionate about building relationships! I graduated from the University of Guelph with an B.Sc. Hons. and am proud to call Guelph home. Prior to joining the Whispering Pines team, I spent many years within the Education industry helping schools and school districts foster and build leadership culture.

ANDREW WESTRIK

SALES MANAGER/ LANDSCAPE SALES

It always brings me immense pride and passion to see our landscape construction projects, skillfully come to fruition. I am an honours student from Humber College in the Landscape & Design Technologies program and possess over 30 years of industry expertise. I am honoured to be part of the WPL family.

CHAD CRITCHLEY

CONSTRUCTION SALES

My passion for Landscaping started at a young age helping with the maintenance at my parents property, which translated into a small landscape and snow removal business with my brothers. After school I started working for a local landscape business and in 2017 I joined the Whispering Pines team. I am thrilled to be part of the team providing world class landscape construction and maintenance to all our wonderful clients.

JOSH MEDEMBLIK

CONSTRUCTION SALES

I have an architectural background with over 12 years of experience in the design and construction field. Although my educational background focused on residential home construction, I found a true passion for exterior landscape construction during my years of managing high end residential projects and running my own design and build company.

SASA JERKOVIC

CONSTRUCTION SALES

Since joining the WPL team in 2009 I have moved from Lawn Maintenance Foreman to Maintenance Operations Manager and Equipment Manager. I am proud to have been a part of growing the company and helping to develop policies and procedures as part of the Management Team. I was born and raised on a farm in the Orangeville area and have 16 years experience in the automotive industry before joining WPL.

ERL HORAK

FLEET & OPERATIONS MANAGER

My landscape career started as a labourer with Whispering Pines 24 years ago. After 6 years of employment and working my way up to crew leader, I moved on to start my own landscape construction business. After 17 years of operating my own business I am thrilled to be back with Whispering Pines as the construction manager.

GRANT HAGAN

CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Beginning my career at Whispering Pines in 2011, I have had the pleasure of working in many beautiful gardens along-side our fantastic team. I am excited to be in this unique role of gardening operations manager, helping to service our clients and their outdoor escapes. Whispering Pines has always been a home to me, and I look forward to helping our staff feel at home here too.

ALICYN MEDEMBLIK

GARDENING OPERATIONS MANAGER

I am happy to have joined the Whispering Pines team as the Sales Assistant. I have many years of administrative experience working in a law firm, as well as sales support experience working with a small real estate team. I am excited to be a part of the WPL team and am dedicated in providing support to the sales team and all the amazing clients we serve!

KELSEY GREAVES

SALES ASSISTANT

As a graduate of the University of Guelph with a degree in Landscape Architecture, I hold a deep appreciation for the intricate relationship between the natural and built environment. I am excited to use my knowledge and skills to contribute towards creating innovative and sustainable outdoor spaces for our clients.

MEGAN TIMMINS

SALES ASSISTANT

I joined the team at WPL in 2016 as Financial Administrator. With 25 years of experience owning my own retail business, I have been able to help in developing financial processes, securing vendors and materials, and managing inventory. In my spare time I enjoy gardening, exercising, and entertaining family and friends.

MARIANNE HORAK

FINANCIAL ADMIN

I joined the team as Executive Assistant in 2018. My education in social services opened the door to working for a local service provider. This role gradually developed and expanded to include assisting management with admin tasks. My experience with payroll, invoices, and databases is a great fit for the team at WPL.

DANIELLE DEGROOT

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Whispering Pines Landscaping has been a huge part of Charlie's life. Both of Charlies' parents work at Whispering Pines and he has settled in nicely to an office dog role. He will greet you at the front door when you arrive and expects a nice little pat. Charlie can be found napping in a spot of sunlight or making his rounds through the offices.

CHARLIE

OFFICE DOG

GERALD KNOL

Construction Crew Leader

DYLAN DOLLIMORE

Construction Crew Leader

DAN MICKALOW

Construction Crew Leader

KENTON BOUWMAN

Construction Crew Leader

TROY McINTYRE

Construction Crew Leader