Meet The Friendly Team at The Grounds Guys of Wichita

Owner

Jeff is a Kansas certified backflow tester through the “Kansas Heat and Plumbing Association”. Jeff is also a certified pesticide applicator with the “State of Kansas Department of Agriculture”. Jeff has specialty training in artificial turf installation, snow and ice management, and has hosted irrigation training for other irrigation technicians in other states including Canada. When it comes to his employees, Jeff believes that very few things produce a greater return on investment than the no-cost act of recognizing and showing value in his team. Jeff is also of the opinion that culture he has worked hard to instill: work ethic, integrity, and a dedication to customer satisfaction, combined with The Grounds Guys Code of Care, are just a few of the reasons The Grounds Guys of Wichita has become so successful. Jeff has also been recognized in The Grounds Guys brand for Excellence in Leadership in 2018 and 2021,Builder of the Year in 2016 and 2017, Shining Star Brand Champion in 2016, Top Gun in 2017, 2019 and 2021 for being in the top 10% of all locations in revenue, received a Personal Achievement Award in 2018, the President's Choice Award in 2020 and 2023,and the Pioneer Award in 2021. He was the 2022 Franchisee of the Year, awarded 2023 IFA Franchisee of the Year.

General Manager

Wade has been with The Grounds Guys for 9 years and was recently promoted from Production Manager to General Manager. Wade handles all of the day-to-day operations of The Grounds Guys and oversees all office, production, and operational responsibilities of the business. Wade has seasoned experience in irrigation installation including well supplied irrigation systems, and a deep construction background. Wade has 2 children. He enjoys spending time with his family. He can often be found outdoors hunting, fishing or camping. Wade was recognized franchise wide as the 2019 Sales Professional of the Year and was selected out of over 220 locations nationwide.

Office Manager

Office Manager Desirae joined The Grounds Guys 4 years ago to take our administrative side of the business to the next level. In just under three years, she has received training in bookkeeping through QuickBooks, and handles all of our accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and other duties involving the business side of our operation. In 2022, Desirae received the Office Professional of the Year award brand wide. She has also completed the owner's business training week at our home office in Waco, Tx. She is a perfectionist, and enjoys a great relationship with vendors and customers due to her attention to detail. Desirae has nine children which keeps her busy with many extracurricular activities. She spends her off time investing in their many sports and school related events.

Service Professional

Abi is from the state of Oaxaca Mexico and has been working for The Grounds Guys of East Wichita since 2017. He has worked on our mowing crew and is now a key part of our irrigation installation team both as a driver and a technician. Abi is married and loves to play basketball. He always has a smile on his face and in a good mood.

Administration

Heather assists with many of the behind the scenes details of the company. This could include administrative, strategic planning and implementation of best practices for the business. Heather is a veteran of the United States Navy and more recently was in the medical community as a Nurse Practitioner. Early this year, she joined the Grounds Guys team to help fulfill the entrepreneurial dream that her and Jeff have together. On a day to day basis, you may find her obtaining work permits, keeping contractor licensing current for both the business and staff, and running payroll.

Service Specialist

Fernando works on our irrigation installation team. He is a hard worker and makes great use of his time. Fernando follows instructions very well and is a fast learner. One of his hobbies is working on the ranch in Oaxaca Mexico.

Service Professional

Juan started on our mowing crew and has worked for several years on our project and irrigation installation crew. He has a reputation for being a man of few words but having an amazing work ethic. You can count on him to complete anything asked of him. Juan is married and has a daughter.

Service Professional

Coleman is a great irrigation installation team member with an even keel attitude. He was asked: Why do you like working for the Grounds Guys?- "I like working outside with a great team". What do you like to do in your free time? " I like to read". What is your favorite season of the year?- "Autumn"