Business Development
Robert is a seasoned veteran with 28 years of experience in the landscape industry. He started as a laborer, moved into sales and maintenance, and has worked his way up to management. Robert now oversees Hartman Landscape’s Lawn Care Department. He has a degree in turf grass and is certified and licensed by the State of Illinois. His knowledge and people skills are second to none.
I love what I do. I treat every property as if it was my own and take pride in my work. My goal is to make every client happy. I love meeting new people and will take the time to get to know you and set you up with a personalized program that not only fits your needs, but your budget as well. Here at Hartman Landscape, customer service is everything. I won’t stop until you have the lawn of your dreams.
Business Development
Janelle Floerke specializes in planning, managing and executing projects related to our HOA Communities. She is responsible for working with property managers and HOA community board members on their landscape maintenance and snow removal plans. Janelle works with a team to organize weekly & seasonal tasks that need to be completed within a HOA Community.
She is also responsible for executing marketing opportunities to the communities that will build on their Landscape Maintenance and Snow Removal Contracts. Plus marketing and prospecting to new communities for business growth.
Janelle is the eyes and ears on the HOA properties, ensuring work is done according to plan.
Landscape Designer
Bobby, now a veteran designer with over a decade of experience, studied Horticulture and Landscape design at Fox Valley Technical College where he also worked creating a sustainable hydroponics garden that provided vegetables for the campus’s culinary arts students.
His creativity and knowledge of the construction process paired with his studies in landscape design allows him to push the boundaries in the field of landscape construction and design. His goal with any design is to entice a feeling when you walk into your new backyard oasis. Whether you are looking for a Modern clean look or a Classic design, his ideas will surpass your expectations.
“I love my job. It is such a rare opportunity to be able to create something that moves people in such a huge way. Every design is first fueled by excitement. Coming up with new ideas or ways to use material to get me to the final product, a sort of feeling that I am trying to draw from people when they step into the design. That feeling you get when you walk into a forest on a hike, it’s real. Theres a German word for it. It’s called “Waldeinsamkeit”. That deep rooted connection is what I am trying to achieve when I design. “ – Bobby Sotir
Senior Landscape Designer
Jim has been a Landscape Designer for over 30 years. As a graduate of Art Institute of Chicago, creating outdoor environments with an artistic flair comes naturally. His professional approach and awareness of the latest construction practices and materials is something that only comes with experience. Jim has won many awards and become a respected designer in the industry by implementing creativity, skill and experience into every design. In short—Passion and Vision applied in harmony bring in Beauty.
“Nature contains the elements, in color and form, of all picture, as the keyboard contains the notes of all music. But the artist is born to pick and choose…as the musician gathers his notes, and forms his chords, until he brings forth from chaos, glorious harmony.” – James Abbot McNeill Whistler
Office Manager
Shelly built her career in business operations for various industries, including agriculture, farming, industrial, healthcare, and food service. She joined Hartman Landscape in 2004 with a foundational knowledge of the landscaping industry as well as a deep understanding of how to smoothly manage core processes. Her role quickly turned from part time to full time as our business grew, and she has now been with us for nearly two decades!
Project Manager
Kevin’s first experience in the landscape industry began in 1989. Since then he has been a laborer, designer, manager, salesman and everything in between. Today, Kevin’s efforts are focused mainly on project management and maintaining the daily operations of our facility. He is strongly motivated by building relationships with our customers and being a part of delivering on project expectations.
Partner
Davin has been a partner of Hartman Landscape since 1989. He has spent most of his life perfecting the art of landscape design and construction management. Davin’s 32 years of experience allows him the vision to continually provide stellar residential and commercial landscapes throughout the Chicagoland area. His guidance, and commitment to excellence has grown Hartman Landscape into a highly respected company which consistently ranks as one of Illinois’s top landscape companies. With proficiency in hardscapes, softscapes, lighting, water features, design and snow removal services Davin leads teams of landscape professionals equipped to handle any size project. Davin resides in Manhattan, Illinois with his wife of 18 years and their two children Ava and Jay
Partner
Hartman Landscape was established in 1989 by the Hartman family. Allan being the oldest son and President of Hartman landscape, took his vision to take the business on a journey to create superb outdoor spaces that enhance individual lifestyles. What makes the business stand out is the dedication to ensure clients expectations are exceeded. He believes in team work and passion for the green industry. Allan has spent over 30 years growing the business and today has two locations in the south suburbs of Chicago, IL. Being involved in the industry as a whole is important, and therefore served on the ILCA (Illinois Landscape Contractor Association) Board of Directors, as well as, ILCA leadership committee. In his free time, Allan enjoys spending time with his family, golfing and BBQ on a Sunday afternoon.
