Meet The Team
Griff, Principal
Griff began his career with ER&M in 1993 and has a particular passion for tidal wetland and coastal dune habitat restoration. When not spending time at church, pursuing his passion for collecting antique decoys, or with his family and rescued Pitbull, he can be found hunting waterfowl, turkeys, and fossils in the fields, marshes, and woods of the Eastern Shore.
Jim, Vice President
Our VP is always on the go. Between the office, shop and job sites making sure every project runs smoothly. Jim enjoys quality time with his three kids. One of his favorite family traditions is going to see the fireworks on 4th of July. Did you know Jim holds a Blue Belt in Tae-Kwon-Do? So don’t mess with his plants.
Lynn, Controller
Lynn has over 35 years of accounting experience as a corporate controller. She has worked most of them in the environmental construction sector with a little creative advertising agency mixed in … just for fun! When she is not knee-deep in debit & credits or keeping tabs on our project’s margins – she enjoys spending time out on the golf course trying to improve her handicap. In her free time, she helps others navigate addiction and life trauma setbacks. She is mom to 3 incredibly cute felines – Gracie, Pepper and Mildred Holliday who always keep her on her toes.
Karina – Office Manager / HR Manager
Karina is our office guru, always promoting a safe and healthy work environment. She is the caretaker of ER&M’s employees and focuses on employee relations, employee development and employee retention. When not keeping the office and staff in line – Karina enjoys spending time with her spouse and 2 year-old son. A huge animal lover, if not watched she could rescue all the stray dogs or take in a cat colony. She also enjoys working around the house, gardening, caring for her chickens and being active in the community.
Mike, Business Development Manager
Mike brings over 15 years of experience in sales, customer relationships, and business development to the ER&M team. With a genuine passion for connecting with people and building lasting relationships, he enjoys getting to know clients, understanding their needs, and finding ways ER&M can help bring their projects to life. Whether meeting with clients, walking job sites, or exploring new opportunities, Michael believes strong relationships and open communication are the foundation of good business.
Outside of work, Michael enjoys spending time outdoors, especially fishing and hunting whenever he gets the chance. Much of his free time is spent with his family, whether coaching his son and cheering him on from the sidelines at sporting events or watching his daughter take the stage in theatrical performances. From quiet days outdoors to busy weekends supporting his kids, Michael values making lasting memories with his family.
Stephanie, Director of Estimating
When she is not cultivating relationships with our existing and future clients, Stephanie is dragging her husband to lectures of plants, ecology and sustainable landscaping. To which she then applies in evaluating alternate methods of installation for us. On her down time she works on her 2nd Bachelors in Natural Resources specializing in Ecological Restoration. Did we mention she does all this while growing her 2nd human? And what’s better than real flowers you ask? Stephanie’s stunning origami flowers, of course.
Bella, Landscape Estimator
Bella is our new team addition. She has a bachelor’s degree in environmental studies
with a concentration in Earth Systems Science and Environmental Management.
She has a passion for restoring our natural environment.
On the weekends, Bella likes to tend to her house plants, read, do yoga, bake for her family and friends and spend time outside (hiking, camping, gardening, etc.)
Leah, Junior Estimator
Leah has a deep passion for plants, animals, and the natural world. With 20 years of experience in the landscape industry as a horticulturist, she built her life around her love of nature and all things green. Outside of work, Leah enjoys arts and crafts, creating herbal remedies, and crafting her own apothecary goods. Halloween is her favorite holiday she loves the spookiness and magic of Halloween! When she is not exploring her creative side or working with plants, you can usually find her spending time with her beloved cat, Sid.
Larry, Sr. Field Supervisor
This all American Hooman loves his 3 Labrador retrievers; Mosby (Black), Nolan (Yellow) and Braxton (Chocolate). He spends his free time working around his new farm.
Charlie, Senior Supervisor
Charlie manages our eclectic field team, ensuring that shop, vehicles, and equipment are properly maintained. If not on a job site Charlie can be found on a golf course, camping trips with his lovely wife, fishing, hunting, and playing softball on a co-ed team. Charlie’s diligent work ethic makes him an asset to ER&M.
Luis, Field Supervisor
Luis assists with fleet, shop maintenance and supervises ongoing projects.
When not working Luis enjoys camping, hiking, and spending time with his kids.
He has over 10 years of experience in helping people create a greener landscape.