MEET OUR TEAM

From the office to the job site, it takes a team to make it all happen.

Jeff Aronson
President

Jeff is the founder and driving force behind As You Like It Landscaping. He’s a graduate of the University of Maryland with a degree in Horticulture and Design. He started his company while he was still a student, and has been growing AYLI from a small maintenance business to the niche design/build and estate maintenance company of today ever since.

When Jeff isn’t working, he’s busy mentoring through Entrepreneurs Organization, golfing, and spending time with his wife and 3 children on their farm in Maryland.

Patrick Wickline
Vice President, Operations

Patrick is a graduate of the George Washington University Landscape Design Program, and wears many hats for AYLI. He oversees all design and installation projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction. He reviews maintenance projects on a regular basis, and continues to design new projects. When Patrick isn’t working, he stays busy with his wife and young sons in Virginia.

Victor Quintanella
Equipment and Operations Specialist

Victor has been an important part of our team since 2010.  He oversees all fleet and equipment issues and helps coordinate operations to ensure installation projects progress smoothly. When Victor isn’t working, he stays busy with his wife and young son and daughter in Frederick.

Our Affiliations

  • Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD)

  • Landscape Design Group (LDG)

  • Entrepreneurs Organization (EO)

  • Maryland Nursery Association

  • Belgard Authorized Installers

  • ICPI Certified/Member


Production Manager and Construction Specialist

Andrew has developed a wide range of expertise in his 20 years in the landscape industry. His background includes project and operations management, and a strong technical education in construction, turf management, plant care and pest management.

Linda Wall,
Business Manager

Linda has worked with our sister company Calco Fence for many years and knows the landscape industry well. She serves as the Business Manager for both AYLI and Calco.

Julie Piersall,
Executive Administrative Assistant

Julie has been the Executive Administrative Assistant for AYLI and Calco Fence for the past 2 years. Prior to joining our team, Julie ran a successful daycare while her children were young. Julie also worked for several large energy trading companies, including MIECO and Commonwealth Energy, while living in California.  Julie lives with her husband, 2 children and many pets in Ijamsville, MD.  In her free time, Julie enjoys crafting, home projects, participating in her kids activities and working with animals.

Patrick Murphy,
Landscape Designer

After years on Capitol Hill, Patrick began his design career as a graduate of the George Washington University Landscape Design program. His beautiful designs have brought us many happy clients over the years. Patrick is based in the Alexandria area and works around the DC area.

Beth Ginter,
Sustainable Landscapes Consultant

Beth is a graduate of the George Washington University with a Master’s Degree in Sustainable Landscapes. She is a native plant enthusiast and, in addition to her design work, serves as Coordinator for the Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional Certification.

Maureen Robinson,
Landscape Designer

After a first career in Biochemistry, Maureen attended the George Washington University Landscape Design program in 2007 and has been working as a designer ever since. When she isn’t working, she’s probably reading, jogging, or gardening with her family in Arlington.