Supplier Spotlight: Grant Thelen

Name: Grant Thelen Company: Yardnique Title: Business Development Manager  Email: grant.thelen@yardnique.com Local NC Affiliate: WAA

Tell us about your career:

I’m a third-generation landscaper who has spent my entire career working with apartment communities. Since I was 16, I’ve partnered closely with property managers to elevate the quality of living—one community at a time.

There’s no greater pride than hearing a resident say, “I love where I live because the landscape is so inviting.” That kind of feedback drives everything I do.

What advice do you have for someone just starting in your field:

Build strong, lasting relationships—because in this industry, who you know often matters more than what you know. Landscaping is a people-first business, and at its core, we’re here to serve people, not just properties.