Maintenance Team

  • Ethan Vaughan

    Ethan Vaughan

    MAINTENANCE PRODUCTION MANAGER | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2017

    Ethan is from Hondo, Texas and is a valued member of the Summit Landscape and Design team. He enjoys drawing and building detailed models in his free time.

    His favorite plant is lantana because, as he says, “They’re easy to maintain, very colorful, and the smell reminds me of Fruity Pebbles for some reason.”

  • Christian Moreno

    Christian Moreno

    MAINTENANCE TEAM LEADER | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2021

    Christian is originally from Uvalde. He enjoys spending time at the shooting range and playing video games. He also loves spending time with his girlfriend and his daughter, Emilee. Fun fact: Christian is a huge Texas Longhorns fan.

  • Benjamin Mazuca

    BenJamin Mazuca

    MAINTENANCE TEAM LEADER | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2021

    Ben, originally from San Antonio, Texas. He enjoys taking his family and dog to various rivers and lakes across South Texas. He loves to be outdoors, especially in the Hill Country. His favorite tree is the Mountain Laurel, because of its flowers aroma.

  • Oliver Andino

    MAINTENANCE TEAM LEADER | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2024

    Oliver enjoys working outside and takes pride in helping maintain beautiful landscapes for Summit’s clients. In his free time he enjoys spending time with family and friends.

  • Chris Werland

    MAINTENANCE TEAM LEADER | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2023

    Chris was born and raised in San Antonio, TX, but is now happy to call Hondo, TX home. He loves spending time with his wife and their kids, Kaedyn and Thomas. He enjoys spending time outdoors, hunting and fishing, and playing sports with the kids! He is also a huge Atlanta Braves fan!

  • Felipe Alaniz Jr.

    IRRIGATION TECHNICIAN | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2019

    Felipe was born in Uvalde, Texas and raised in Castroville. He enjoys working outdoors and being part of the Summit Landscape and Design team.

    His favorite plant is the Venus flytrap because, as he says, “They catch insects and are able to live in poor soil since they get nutrients from the bugs they consume.”

  • Brandon Barton

    FERTILIZATION TECHNICIAN | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2024

    Brandon enjoys spending his free time outdoors hunting, fishing, and shooting sporting clays. He also enjoys cheering on his favorite team and is a big Texas A&M fan.

Installation Team

  • Tanner Maloney

    INSTALLATION TEAM LEADER | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2018

    Tanner is originally from Woodlands, Texas. He is part of one of the family duos within the Team - he gets to call John Maloney, “Dad”. Away from Summit Landscape and Design, he loves to make music and spend time in creative activities. His favorite tree is the Texas Madrone which is frequently found out in the Hill Country.

  • Zane Wallace

    INSTALLATION TEAM LEADER | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2022

    Zane is originally from Columbus, Ohio but moved to North Carolina where he first found his love for trees and plants. Zane has since moved to Texas and is living on a ranch. He enjoys art of all forms, loves to be outside, play the piano, and listen to music. His favorite tree is the Japanese Maple.

  • Bill Brown

    INSTALLATION TEAM LEADER | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2021

    Bill was Idaho born, Wyoming raised, and as of 2017 a Texas resident in the Hondo area. He enjoys being outside, working with his hands, and helping others anyway he is able. With an extensive knowledge across a number of different skill sets, he prides himself as a problem solver. As unforeseen complications do arise time to time with new installations, he always stands ready and confident to find a solution with a good attitude and the words, "Where there's a Bill, there's a way."

  • Jonathon Caskey

    INSTALLATION TEAM LEADER | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2022

    Jonathon is originally from Kerrville, Texas, and moved here with his beautiful wife and two beautiful daughters. He lives by the motto, “If you’re not first, you’re last!” ~Shake and Bake~

  • Austin Vaughan

    Austin Vaughan

    ENHANCEMENT TEAM LEADER | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2019

    Austin was born and raised in Hondo, Texas and is known for his strong work ethic and willingness to do whatever it takes to support the team. He brings high energy to the job and helps set the pace for those around him.

  • Jason Anderson

    JR. TEAM LEADER | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2024

Support Team

  • Victoria Carter

    CLIENT/NEW HIRE RECEPTIONIST | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2023

    Victoria is from Medina County and lives in D’Hanis, Texas. Outside of work, she loves being active by painting and participating in sporting events like sand volleyball. She is determined and always strives for success no matter the circumstance. She’ll do whatever it takes to put a smile on your face!

  • Matthew Stults

    Matthew Stults

    MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS MANAGER | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2023

    Matthew is originally from Archer City, Texas and has lived in the San Antonio area for more than 15 years. He graduated from Texas Tech University with a degree in Landscape Architecture. He has two kids, Abigail and Joseph, and a beautiful wife, Mary. Matthew enjoys golfing, bird hunting, and working cattle on the ranch back home. His favorite tree is a Lace Bark Elm!

  • Tricia

    Tricia Porter

    AR SPECIALIST | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2024

    Tricia grew up on a dairy farm in upstate New York.   Tricia’s very successful 20 year career as a Senior Leader for Large Retail Chains has allowed her to live all over the United States including Hawaii.  Tricia and her husband semi-retired from their corporate lives and became full-time RV’ers which brought them to Hondo. They have really enjoyed being part of this community and have decided to put down roots and become a bigger part of the South Texas community. When she is not working, she can be found in her workshop designing handbags from all of the exotic animals found in South Texas or enjoying outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, paddle boarding, and birdwatching.  

  • Josh Dowling

    COMMERCIAL BUSINESS DEVELOPER
    | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2018

    Josh is originally from San Antonio, and resides on the Texas Gulf Coast with his wife, Heather, and their 2 boys. He attended UTSA and ASU and has a background in engineering and organizational management. He currently serves on several local and regional boards including the San Antonio Chapter of the International Facility Managers Association (IFMA). When not working, you can find Josh out fishing with his kids or cooking. His favorite plant is the Hibiscus because, "It reminds me of the ocean - which is now my home!”

  • John Maloney

    ACCOUNT MANAGER | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2017

    John has worked with Summit Landscape and Design for over 6 years. John grew up in Iowa, but came to Texas in 1983. He met his wife Carol in 1984, became a Texan and they have now been married for 33 years. They have four kids, two girls and two boys. John has an Associate Degree in Horticulture and is licensed as a TDA Pesticide Applicator and Licensed Irrigator as well as a Licensed Back Flow inspector.


  • Jonathan Peterson

    Jonathan Peterson

    OWNER & MANAGER

    Jonathan’s passion for the green industry and construction runs deep. However, Jonathan's love for the people on this Team is greater than his passion for the industry. “While landscape and construction are great, it’s about the people on this Team. Landscape is just what we do.” Jonathan is married to his beautiful wife, Morgan. Together with their kids Weston and Laurel, they are regularly involved in community, church and industry functions. Jonathan serves on multiple boards in the community and surrounding area. Jonathan is also involved in industry growth and awareness. From presenting to students on their potential in our industry, to speaking at conferences and events sharing the Summit difference.

  • Marie Grove

    FINANCE MANAGER | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2019

    Marie came on-board to Summit Landscape back in 2019 when she and her family relocated to San Antonio from Dover AFB, Delaware. Her husband landed an instructor position at the schoolhouse at Lackland AFB. Marie grew up on Long Island, NY and obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics with a minor in Business from SUNY New Paltz (upstate New York) #gohawks. Since working at Summit, she has also obtained her Master's Degree in Accounting and Finance with SNHU! Marie and her family love Texas so much that they decided to grow some roots up in the Hill Country and are loving the small-ranch life with their 2 kids and many chickens! She loves to garden and be outdoors when she's not slinging numbers around.

  • Morgan Peterson

    CULTURE & PEOPLE COORDINATOR

  • Jason Dailey

    Jason Dailey

    YARD MANAGER | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2021

    Jason is from Pearsall, Texas and currently lives in San Antonio, Texas. He loves spending time with his children and beautiful wife, Julia. He maintains a storied career within the South Texas EMS community. He believes in Team work, great presentation and is detail oriented. It goes without saying but, he’s pretty much the life of the party here at Summit Landscape & Design and Dunlay Material.

  • Eric Kopacsi

    INSTALLATION PROJECT MANAGER | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2024

    Eric grew up in  New Jersey and spent his summers down at the Shore (yes, that Jersey Shore). He moved  to Texas to attend Texas A&M University right after  high school. He later made his way to San Antonio after a couple of years of “studies,” and has been in San Antonio ever since. In 2003, he received  his Bachelor’s in Business Administration from UIW. Eric currently has been involved in the landscape industry for over 30 years. He enjoys the outdoors and spending time with my wife and family.   

  • Calvin Bradley

    INSTALLATION PRODUCTION MANAGER | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2014

    Calvin has been a key part of the culture at Summit Landscape and Design and enjoys investing in the team and helping others grow within the organization.

    Outside of work, Calvin enjoys watching his kids play sports, going fishing, and cooking. For him, being outside feels like being on a playground. His favorite plant is the pecan tree because, as he says, “Pecan is my favorite kind of pie.”

  • Reid Sherer

    Reid Sherer

    BUSINESS DEVELOPER | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2023

    Reid is originally from Terrell, Texas and attended Texas State University (The Harvard of Texas). In his free time, he enjoys golfing, fishing, hunting, and spending time with family and friends. He also believes that, “Die Hard”, is a Christmas Movie!

  • Josh McDonel

    FLEET & FACILITIES MANAGER | WITH SUMMIT SINCE 2019

    Josh is from Corpus Christi, TX and moved to San Antonio in 2011.  He is a father of 3 children, and husband to his beautiful wife, Debra!  Besides being Summit Landscape and Design's Fleet and Facilities Manager, Josh and his wife own a dog boarding business named, Pinky's Pet Resort.  Josh enjoys spending his time off with his family and getting in a round of golf when time permits.  Josh also loves playing his guitar, making music, and learning new things!