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About Us | Management Team



Martin Cleary
Owner
Email: martin@clearybros.com
1-888-242-5205

At the Helm of the Maintenance Division is Martin Cleary.  After attaining degrees in horticulture and landscape design from the University of California at Davis, Martin co-founded Cleary Bros. Landscape. 

What began as a couple of guys and a lawnmower has evolved into an award winning landscape construction and maintenance firm that has proudly been serving the Bay Area’s residential and commercial landscape construction and maintenance needs since 1987. 

Away from the office, Martin enjoys spending time outdoors with his family and is a novice vintner.

Mike Cleary owner

Mike Cleary
Owner
Email: Mike@clearybros.com
1-888-242-5205

Leading the construction division is Michael Cleary, also a graduate of UC Davis with a degree in horticulture and economics.   Mikes passion for excellence and drive to be challenged has earned the company many award winning projects as well as a reputation for completing challenging projects for the discerning clients.

Mike is an avid outdoorsman and has spent many weekends volunteering with the Adaptive Ski School in the Sierras.



Palmer Hill - Cleary Bros. Landscape, Inc.

Palmer Albert Hill
Senior Account Manager
Email: phill@clearybros.com
1-888-242-5205

Palmer is a native of California and absolutely loves this area. He loves life and meeting new people, has a huge desire to explore and travel the world, especially France.

Failed chemistry at UCLA and decided to take a step down to biology (easier), and here I am where I want to be. I love to watch plants mature and bloom in the most amazing colors.

Palmer Hill has been an Account Manager with Cleary Bros. for 15 years and manages large HOA's, Commercial Shopping Centers, Business Centers and Parks in parts of Walnut Creek, Oakland, Alameda and San Jose.

Julie Gile - Account Manager

Julie Gile
Account Manager
Email: jgile@clearybros.com
1-888-242-5205

As the most recent addition to the Cleary family, Julie’s presence greatly compliments the team. Her focus has always been on the renovation and care of large properties including world class golf courses.

Julie is also a renowned sustainable landscape designer. 

In her spare time, Julie loves to explore California with her husband and volunteer for breast cancer research funding. .



Karine Stuimer - Cleary Bros. Landscape, Inc.

Karine Stuimer
Account Manager
Email: kstuimer@clearybros.com
1-888-242-5205

Since joining Cleary Bros in 1998, Karine` has served in a number of leadership positions. 

With a background in construction project management, estimating, and horticulture, Karine` has an acute understanding of what it takes “to get the job done.” 

When out of the field and with her family, Karine` enjoys hiking with her daughter and creating confectionary masterpieces in the kitchen.

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David Kent
Senior Account Manager
Email: Dkent@clearybros.com
1-888-242-5205

As an Account Manager, David’s focus is property rejuvenation and conservative water use. 

He manages large HOA's, Commercial Shopping Centers, and Business Centers in the East Bay, including the 580 and 680 corridors.

Few people know that David is an avid bird watcher, gourmet chef and could double as a sommelier at the finest French restaurants.



Dan Ray - Cleary Bros. Landscape, Inc.

Dan Ray
Tree Service
Email: dray@clearybros.com
1-888-242-5205

With over 20 years of experience in the tree service industry, Dan is Cleary Bros.’ resident certified arborist.

  Whether he’s providing an arborist report for a city’s heritage oak tree inventory or creating a five year tree care plan for a commercial property, his comprehensive knowledge of tree care practices makes him our go-to-guy for tree care answers.

Chris Sartain - PHC Manager

Chris Sartain
Plant Health Care Manager
Email: chris@clearybros.com
1-888-242-5205

Chris is Cleary Bros.' Plant Health Care Advisor.  He has an extensive background in turf management and ornamental tree & shrub care, with a special emphasis in integrated pest management. 

In a dual role, Chris is also a new property acquisition facilitator. His collaborative leadership and positive approach makes him a key player on the Cleary team. 





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Mayolo Cruz
Irrigation Department Manager
Email: mcruz@clearybros.com
1-888-242-5205

With over 18 years of experience in the landscape industry, Mayolo is Cleary Bros.’ resident water conservation expert.

From getting a broken system back on-line to finding the best ways to save water, Mayolo is always there to take care of you. He has a passion for providing the Best irrigation service available in the Bay Area.

David Murphy Cleary Bros Trees

David Murphy
Tree Division Manager
Email: chris@clearybros.com
1-888-242-5205

David Murphy is the Tree Division Manger. 

18 years in the commercial tree service industry, David knows how to provide high value to our customers.

With energy to spare, David is always there for his customers.



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Pedro Hernandez
Tree Service Operations Manager
Email: pedro@clearybros.com
1-888-242-5205

Pedro is one of Cleary Bros. longest tenured team members, joining the company in 1992. 

He’s responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company’s tree division, from managing crews, to training, to estimating.  Pedro is a self-taught, energetic entrepreneur who values hard work and a team effort. 

When not at work, he can often be found spending time with his family or playing with his band.

Juan Macias - Maintenance Operations Manager

Juan Macias
Maintenance Operations Manager
Email: jmacias@clearybros.com
1-888-242-5205

Juan oversees the smooth operation of all of our landscape maintenance accounts. 

His hands on approach has guided and defined many principles – specifically team work and attention to detail- that directly attribute to Cleary Bros.’ steady growth in recent years.

Juan’s favorite ways to unwind are fishing and fixing up old hot rods.



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Alberto Zaragoza
Maintenance Production Manager
Email: Azaragoza@clearybros.com
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Alberto assists in managing the maintenance crews based in the Martinez location.

He applys the same approach to management as his mentor Don Martin. Very hands on.

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Jorge Ponce
Maintenance Supervisor
Email: jorgep@clearybros.com
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Jorge assists in managing the maintenance crews based in the Martinez location.

He applys the same approach to management as his mentor Juan. Very hands on.