As a team, we are passionate about landscape, and strive to deliver unparalleled service to our customers.
Together, we go above and beyond to meet the needs of our customers with a hands-on approach and a smile.
Meet Our Team
We are a diverse team of bilingual problem solvers and creative craftsmen who specialize in landscape maintenance, design, and installation, as well as tree pruning and irrigation management. Together, we go above and beyond to meet the needs of our customers with a hands-on approach and a smile.
Chris Warkenton
President
Kyle Warkenton
Vice President
Breanne Warkenton
General Manager & ISA Certified Arborist
Jerry Herrera
Director, Operations
Liz McGuire
Director, Client Relations
Francisco Ortiz
Irrigation Technician
Jose Estrada
Irrigation Technician
Alejandro Torres
Account Manager
Raul Marrufo
Account Manager
Daniel Torres
Production Manager
Nayeli Antunez
Office Administrator
Miguel Hernandez
Irrigation Technician
Our Crew Leaders
W. Brothers emerged from a humble beginning—founded by Chris Warkenton on a daring $25,000 credit leap using his wife's credit card. Chris, a former Regional Account Manager for a national landscape company that had recently lost its small-business charm after being bought out, found himself drowning in a sea of spreadsheets and reports, overshadowing the once-cherished emphasis on teamwork and customer satisfaction.
In parallel, Kyle, working as an irrigation technician for a regional landscape company, shared Chris's frustration and held a burning desire to embark on a family-owned venture. United by this common vision, the brothers bid farewell to their corporate roles, immersing themselves in the challenging world of commercial landscape. They tirelessly mowed and blowed until their legs literally gave out.
The ability to adapt and grow helped the brothers push through their initial challenges – and eventually their hard work paid off. Word of mouth became the secret weapon that fueled their growth, and the duo quickly found themselves working tirelessly for 12 to 14 hours a day. The turning point came when Abel joined as the third member of the team. This addition allowed Chris to divert some attention to their customers, marking a pivotal moment for the business.
The initial goal was simple: get better. Better at efficiency, communication, and, fundamentally, at being a genuine business. Untrained at running a business and without formal business education, the brothers embraced a guiding principle that has become the cornerstone of W. Brothers today: mistakes are inevitable. When they happen, rectify them at any cost, and learn from them so they don’t happen again.
With this simple yet powerful ethos, W. Brothers won the admiration and support of commercial property managers and owners across Southern California. Rapid growth ensued over the following years, bringing not just business expansion but also an expanding family. Customers and new team members became an integral part of this family-centric journey. Throughout the early years of growth and beyond, W. Brothers has not only sustained but fostered this ethos, making every customer and team member feel like part of the extended family.
Chris & Kyle Warkenton,
Founders of W. Brothers Landscape
