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The LaurelRock Company has built its reputation on creating and maintaining landscapes with expertise and professionalism.
Award-Winning. Community Focused. Personalized.
Our Roots

Leadership

Burton DeMarche, CLP, LEED AP
With a strong background in horticulture and business management, a dedication to superior client service, and a devotion to detail, Burt has been instrumental in leading The LaurelRock Company to its prominent position in the field of Landscape Design/Build and Property Maintenance over the past 25 years.

Peter Kehoe
An expert in turf and plant health care, as well as a skilled production manager, Peter is highly regarded among clients for his proactive approach to managing landscape crews and delivering excellent customer service.

Jim Podrazky
As a seasoned CPA, Jim brings financial expertise, strategic thinking, and an analytical approach to The LaurelRock Company.
The Team
Design/Build

Mark Sorosiak
Mark has 30+ years of landscape architecture and project management experience and is knowledgeable in all facets of design, construction, and customer support in both the residential and commercial sectors.

Michael Palmer
Michael Palmer brings over 20 years of deeply-rooted residential and commercial landscape construction and maintenance experience to his role as LaurelRock’s Design/Build Sales & Project Manager.

Timothy Wells
Timothy is a professional horticulturist with a diverse background in plant health care and fine gardening.

Jerry Dachenhausen
Jerry Dachenhausen comes to LaurelRock with 14 years of experience as a professional in construction and specializes in heavy equipment operations.
Landscape Management

Nanci Fioravanti
Nanci brings many years of landscape management experience and a background in sustainability sciences. She offers a wealth of knowledge in proper landscape practices, environmental science, and ecological sustainability.

Kevin Havey
A proud, lifelong Bethel resident, Kevin Havey has over 20 years of landscape experience in Connecticut.

Chris Powers
Garden & Property Manager Chris Powers is an accomplished account manager offering 15 years of landscaping experience that spans the east and west coast.

Peter House
An accredited nursery professional and plant expert, Peter infuses over three decades of green industry experience into his role as LaurelRock’s Specialty Sales Manager.

Wilton Franco
Since 2010, Wilton has held a leadership position with LaurelRock’s Weekly Maintenance Team, providing clients with a variety of essential landscape services, from mowing, edging and seasonal clean-up to planting, pruning, seeding and drainage.

Maria Koterska
Maria comes to The LaurelRock Company bringing a passion for marketing, event planning, floral design, and plant education. With experience in creating and maintaining long-standing client relationships, her management, communication, and organizational skills are a fit to join our team as a Fine Gardening Field Supervisor.
Administrative

Kim Kawachi
Kim's background and experience is very well rounded in this industry with a focus on admin.

Monica Cable
Monica brings a strong background in tax and financial accounting to the company, further enhanced by her proficiency with numerous software solutions.

Marisol Rodriguez
Marisol brings 26 years of Human Resource experience to The LaurelRock Company. Her HR knowledge is expansive with a focus on benefits, compensation, work/life programs, and staffing.