Our Staff

John LaReau Owner, founder.

John is a self taught landscape professional with over 30 years experience in designing and building custom landscapes. He started the company as a one man operation in 1990 to see it grow to its current staff of 4 full time office employees and 3-4 installation crews. Enjoys finer tequilas and gourmet cooking.

 

Danielle LaReau Owner, Landscape Architect

Signed on with Silver Lace in its earlier years, she became the company’s chief design person after working in the trenches for several years. Dad didn’t give her a cushy office job till she graduated. She received an Environmental Design degree from CU boulder in 1997. Enjoys all the outdoor activities Colorado has to offer, wine, and chips and salsa.

 

John Herron, Construction Manager

John joined up with Silver Lace a few years ago and is the customer contact once your project is in the construction phase. John came to us with a fine arts degree and an extensive construction background. Enjoys riding, climbing, skiing, and long walks on the beach.

 

Emily Minugh Office Guru Extraordinaire

Emily is the voice you’ll hear when calling. She has a very pleasant and courteous tone, trust us, call in and talk to her. Emily has a degree in Office management and pretty much runs the financial show around here. Enjoys cooking, dining, spending time with her 2 boys and making the best Coronas in the world.

 

Mark Emmons: Landscape Management

Mark is a certified horticulturist that provides our clients with the highest level of service. He is your one-stop-shop for everything having to do with your outdoor space. From plant care, mowing, pruning, additional plantings, water feature care and lighting, he’s your guy. Mark enjoys his family, travel, dog stories, and the human interaction.

Our Guys:

What can we say, we’d be nowhere without them. They all have specialty skills honed to their interests and talents. These guys are craftsmen.