Messer Landscape, Inc. then and now…
Buel Messer retired in February 2009 and his longtime business manager, Linda Siegfried, took over ownership and the day-to-day management of the company. Linda retired in 2020 turning over the business to her son Chris White who continues to retain key long-term, experienced employees like Andres Figueroa Vasquez, Andrew Fields and Jacob Glover. The office is kept in order by Linda and new addition Julie Error, our Controller/HR Manager.
From the six blocks where their original clients lived, Messer Landscape, Inc. (MLI) now serves customers throughout the Shenandoah Valley and beyond. We continue our commitment to ensuring our new and old customers remain satisfied with our landscaping and maintenance services.
Our Team
ANDREW FIELDS
SALES MANAGER
Andrew joined Messer Landscape in 2014 and brings more than a decade of hands-on industry experience to his role as Sales Manager. He began as a bed-maintenance crew member and later served as a crew leader in both the mowing and landscaping departments. That field experience gives him a practical understanding of landscape installation, maintenance, plant care, hardscapes, estimating, and customer service.
Today, Andrew manages sales and customer relationships, helping clients explore creative options that transform their outdoor spaces into places they can enjoy. He leads by example and values clear communication, quality, efficiency, attention to detail, and customer satisfaction. Andrew holds a Commercial Applicator’s License and is especially proud of the trusting relationships he has built with customers.
Outside of work, he enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family.
NATE MILLER
LANDSCAPE DESIGNER | HORTICULTURAL CONSULTANT
Nate joined Messer Landscape in April 2020 and brings more than 26 years of experience in landscape design, gardening, and horticulture. He is responsible for landscape design and planning, plant acquisition and procurement, horticultural consultation, and client and project relationships. Nate especially enjoys creating landscapes that introduce clients to native and edible plants while providing beauty and interest throughout all four seasons.
Nate holds a bachelor’s degree in art with a concentration in environmental science from Bridgewater College and a Master of Landscape Architecture from Clemson University. He has also completed graduate studies in biology at James Madison University and the University of Virginia.
In addition to operating his own design business since 2012, Nate is a published author and college instructor in horticulture, agritourism, gardening, and the natural world. Outside of work, he enjoys travel, gardening, art, skiing, hiking, photography, and observing wildlife and nature.
JACOB GLOVER
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Jacob joined Messer Landscape in 2014 as a mowing crew member and has advanced through several leadership roles, including mowing crew leader, landscape crew leader, and maintenance supervisor. As Operations Manager, he coordinates mow maintenance and landscaping projects, crew schedules, and staffing while helping ensure each job is completed safely, efficiently, and to the customer’s expectations. With more than 12 years of industry experience, Jacob has developed broad knowledge of landscape installation and maintenance, hardscapes, grading and drainage, turf management, mowing, equipment, and project logistics. He leads by example and takes a hands-on approach to teaching employees new skills and the proper use of equipment. Jacob holds a Registered Technician pesticide credential and is proud to help customers shape their properties into the spaces they envision.
Outside of work, he enjoys hunting, fishing, farming, and spending time outdoors.