Our Team
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Joe Novosielski
Owner & CEO
Joe grew up in Elyria, OH and started Blades of Grass Landscaping in 2019. Joe's favorite part of the job is he loves being a business owner, building relationships with customers and employees built on integrity and trust. His best advice for a customer looking to hire Blades of Grass is not to focus solely on the cost of services. There is truth behind the old cliché “you get what you pay for”. We stand by our quality of work and professionalism, which many might not get from the landscaping guy down the street.
Kelly Moore
Business Development Lead
Kelly joined Blades of Grass Landscaping in January 2022 and serves as the Business Development Lead. She has lived in Avon Lake for the past seven years and enjoys building strong relationships within the community.
Her favorite part of the job is meeting new people, answering questions, and educating homeowners on the many landscape possibilities available for their property. Kelly believes customers should choose Blades of Grass because we are here to help and serve as a resource — even if you are not yet an existing customer. Providing guidance and honest insight is part of our commitment to the community.
Fun fact: Kelly proudly describes herself as a “crazy plant lady” and loves creating custom plant designs.
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Shannon Niebes
Business Development
Shannon joined Blades of Grass Landscaping in March 2026 and serves in our Business Development role. She lives in Avon Lake and enjoys connecting with homeowners throughout the community.
Her favorite part of the job is meeting with customers and helping them bring their landscaping vision to life. Shannon believes the difference at Blades of Grass comes down to integrity — our team shows up on time, communicates clearly, and maintains a high level of professionalism on every property.
Dan Novosielski
Operations Manager
Dan joined Blades of Grass Landscaping in March 2024 and serves as our Operations Manager. He lives in Amherst and plays a vital role in overseeing daily operations, supporting our crews, and ensuring projects are completed with efficiency and excellence.
His favorite part of the job is working alongside the team and helping each department operate at a high level. Dan believes homeowners should choose Blades of Grass because our employees take pride in their work and we excel in customer service, delivering a professional experience from start to finish.
Fun fact: Dan served in the United States Army during Operation Desert Storm and was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for his service.
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Patrick DeBan
Production Manager
Patrick joined Blades of Grass Landscaping in March 2026 and serves as our Production Manager. He lives in Avon Lake and plays a key role in ensuring our projects run smoothly, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
His favorite part of the job is working with customers and helping our crews be successful in the field. Patrick believes homeowners should choose Blades of Grass because we continually strive to be the best landscaping company in our area, delivering quality work with consistency and professionalism.
Fun fact: Patrick once lived underwater for three weeks — an experience that speaks to his resilience, adaptability, and ability to thrive in unique environments.
Maria Leali
Office Manager & Marketing Director
Maria joined Blades of Grass Landscaping in January 2026 and serves as our Office Manager and Marketing Director. She lives in North Ridgeville and oversees billing, systems, software, and marketing initiatives while supporting the team behind the scenes to ensure the company operates smoothly and efficiently.
Her favorite part of the job is working alongside an incredible team and helping them succeed. She enjoys solving problems — from billing and technology to marketing and operational systems — and finds it deeply rewarding to build processes that allow the team to perform at their best. Maria believes that when the team is successful, it is reflected directly in the quality of service delivered to every customer.
Maria encourages homeowners to choose Blades of Grass because our people truly care. Our team is honest, hardworking, and genuinely committed to doing a great job on every property we serve.
Fun fact: Maria is a professional photographer who owned her own business for 12 years, photographing babies, children, families, professional headshots, real estate, food, and other products. She now creates floral fine art prints for homes. She joined Blades of Grass Landscaping because the company aligns perfectly with her love of plants and the outdoors.
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Angela Vilchez
Customer Service Representative
Angela joined Blades of Grass Landscaping in March 2026 and serves as a Customer Service Representative. She lives in Lagrange and plays an important role in supporting our customers and ensuring clear, consistent communication throughout the season.
Her favorite part of the job is talking with customers every day and helping them feel heard and supported. Angela believes homeowners should choose Blades of Grass because we take great care of our customers and prioritize service just as much as the quality of our work.
Fun fact: Angela’s professional background is in education, bringing patience, organization, and strong communication skills to her role in our team
Myron Dobransky
Fertilizer Technician
Myron joined Blades of Grass Landscaping in April 2022 and serves as our Fertilizer Technician. He lives in North Olmsted and brings both experience and curiosity to his role, continually expanding his knowledge of plant health and soil science.
His favorite part of the job is learning everything he can about plants and how they interact with the environment around them. Myron believes homeowners should take a chance on Blades of Grass — while no company is perfect, our team is committed to doing our very best and continuously improving in everything we do.
Fun fact: Outside of work, Myron enjoys cooking and experimenting in the kitchen.
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Nate Groboske
Landscape Technician
Nate has been with Blades of Grass Landscaping for two years and serves as a Landscape Technician. He lives in Elyria and enjoys the hands-on nature of his work, taking pride in building and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces for our customers.
His favorite part of the job is working outside with his hands and seeing the results of a hard day’s work. Nate believes homeowners should choose Blades of Grass because we take pride in everything we do — allowing customers to fully enjoy their homes without having to put in the work themselves.
Fun fact: Nate proudly serves in the U.S. Air National Guard (Air Force), demonstrating his commitment, discipline, and service both on and off the job.
Louis Foulkes
Mowing Technician
Louis joined Blades of Grass Landscaping in March 2026 and serves as a Mowing Technician on our lawn care team. He lives in Lagrange and takes pride in delivering clean, well-manicured results on every property he services.
His favorite part of the job is working outdoors and transforming yards into spaces homeowners can truly enjoy. Louis believes customers should choose Blades of Grass because our team takes pride in the work we do and genuinely wants every homeowner to enjoy their yard just as much as we enjoy caring for it.
Fun fact: Louis has jumped out of an airplane — a testament to his adventurous spirit and willingness to take on new challenges.
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Franklin Desrochers
Mowing Technician
Franklin has been with Blades of Grass Landscaping for two years and serves as a Mowing Technician. He lives in Elyria and is dedicated to providing dependable, high-quality service on every property he maintains.
His favorite part of the job is helping customers and ensuring their properties look their best. Franklin believes homeowners should choose Blades of Grass because we are a professional and reliable company backed by great employees who take pride in their work.
Fun fact: Frank proudly served in the United States Marine Corps for five years, bringing discipline, commitment, and a strong sense of service to our team.
Noah Munshower
Landscape Technician
Noah joined Blades of Grass Landscaping in March 2026 and serves as a Landscape Technician. He brings strong energy and a positive attitude to every property he works on.
His favorite part of the job is having fun while getting to know our customers and building great working relationships. Noah believes homeowners should choose Blades of Grass because we work efficiently and deliver quality results. When something needs to be handled quickly — even a small clean-up — our team steps up and gets it done without hesitation.
Fun fact: Noah enjoys exploring ancient or abandoned places and rides motorcycles in his free time.
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Trevor Schmidt
Mowing Crew Foreman
Trevor joined Blades of Grass Landscaping in April 2026 and serves as a Mowing Crew Foreman. He lives in Elyria and leads his crew with a focus on quality, consistency, and attention to detail, helping ensure every property looks its best.
His favorite part of the job is working outdoors and making lawns beautiful for homeowners to enjoy. Trevor believes customers should choose Blades of Grass because they can count on professionalism, reliability, and a team that pays close attention to every detail.
Fun fact: Trevor loves spending time outdoors and enjoys hunting, fishing, and making memories with his family.
Rob Hudak
Landscaping Crew Lead
Rob joined Blades of Grass Landscaping in May 2026 and serves as a Landscaping Crew Lead. He lives in Grafton and leads his team with a strong work ethic and commitment to delivering outstanding results for every customer.
His favorite part of the job is how quickly the workday passes when he is focused on creating beautiful outdoor spaces. For Rob, seeing a customer's reaction to the finished product makes all the hard work worthwhile and reinforces the pride he takes in every project.
Rob believes homeowners should choose Blades of Grass because our work ethic is unmatched and the little details matter. He appreciates that every team member strives to do their best and leave each customer completely satisfied with the final result.
Fun fact: Rob enjoys the rewarding challenge of transforming landscapes and takes great pride in creating outdoor spaces that homeowners can enjoy for years to come.
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Logan Corbin
Landscape Technician
Logan joined Blades of Grass Landscaping in April 2026 and serves as a Landscape Technician. He lives in Avon and enjoys helping create attractive, well-maintained outdoor spaces for our customers throughout Northeast Ohio.
His favorite part of the job is mulching and seeing the dramatic improvement it brings to a property's overall appearance. Logan believes homeowners should choose Blades of Grass because of our professionalism and our ability to deliver effective, high-quality results that enhance and maintain their landscapes.
Fun fact: Logan is originally from Canada, bringing a unique perspective and strong work ethic to our team.
Robert Youngless
Landscaping & Mowing Technician
Robert joined Blades of Grass Landscaping in May 2026 and serves as a Landscaping & Mowing Technician. He lives in New London and helps deliver high-quality lawn care and landscaping services to homeowners throughout Northeast Ohio.
His favorite part of the job is simply doing good work and taking pride in the results. Robert enjoys being part of a team that is committed to improving and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces for our customers.
Robert believes homeowners should choose Blades of Grass because we genuinely care about providing great quality work. Our team is dedicated to delivering professional results and ensuring customers are proud of the appearance of their property.
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Kase Stephen Rogers
Landscaping & Mowing Technician
Kase is in his second year with Blades of Grass Landscaping and serves as a Landscaping & Mowing Technician. He lives in Wakeman and contributes to both our landscaping and lawn maintenance teams, helping keep properties looking their best throughout the season.
His favorite part of the job is working alongside the great team at Blades of Grass and being part of a crew that takes pride in what they do. Kase believes homeowners should choose Blades of Grass because we work hard, care about the quality of our work, and are committed to delivering results customers can be proud of.
Robert Wittenauer
Landscape Technician
Robert joined Blades of Grass Landscaping in June 2026 and serves as a Landscape Technician. He lives in Medina and enjoys the variety that comes with landscaping, embracing the opportunity to learn new skills and take on different tasks with every project. His favorite part of the job is the wide range of work he gets to experience each day, allowing him to continually grow while helping create beautiful outdoor spaces for our customers. Robert believes homeowners should choose Blades of Grass because we provide reliable, high-quality landscaping that keeps properties clean, attractive, and well-maintained. Our dependable service saves customers time, enhances curb appeal, and helps protect the value of their investment. Fun fact: Outside of work, Robert enjoys spending time with his family and friends and is always up for a new adventure.
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Robbin Hover
Landscape Technician
Robbin joined Blades of Grass Landscaping in June 2026 and serves as a Landscape Technician. She lives in Lorain and enjoys working outdoors while helping transform and enhance the outdoor spaces our customers call home. Her favorite part of the job is working outside and creating landscapes that homeowners can enjoy for years to come. Robbin believes customers should choose Blades of Grass because we have a hardworking team that is committed to getting the job done right. Our crew takes pride in delivering quality workmanship and ensuring every project meets our high standards. Fun fact: Robbin has visited 15 countries, and Scotland is her favorite destination so far





