Our History
My promise to you is that I will always give it my all to see that the service you receive is my best.
– Kent Girton, Owner & Founder
In 1985 I Started Aspen Lawn Care and Aspen Pest Control with a couple friends and a lawn mower that I borrowed from my dad. Our first company vehicle was my 1976 AMC Matador that I used to tow our equipment trailer. As the business began growing, I first purchased lawn care equipment from garage sales because I didn’t have the budget to buy new. We worked hard every day to gain the trust and respect of our customers.
Now, more than thirty-five years later, I have surrounded myself with others who share the same commitment to quality and service. I know it is our employees who set us apart from other lawn and pest control services. With our commitment to exceptional service, we’ve maintained an impressive annual customer retention rate.
Our Mission
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Meet our Team
Kent Girton – Owner
My name is Kent Girton. I am the owner and founder of Aspen Lawn & Pest Control. My job is to create a team that will provide service that exceeds your expectations. I believe that if we take care of our employees, then they, in turn, will take care of our customers. I love working with people and helping them choose the best services for their lawns. When not at work, I enjoy going to the lake and hanging out with my three grown children, grandchildren, and my wife, Pamela.
Mo Mohammad – President
My name is Mo Mohammad. I am the President of Aspen Lawn & Pest Control. In this role, my goal is to ensure our team meets and exceeds all client expectations. I believe that encouraging all our employees to develop and pursue their strengths will eliminate their weaknesses and allow them to grow personally and professionally. My top 5 strengths include Positivity, Achiever, Responsibility, Competition, and Significance.
John Lohse – VP of Sales and Accounts
My name is John Lohse. I grew up in Louisburg, KS, and graduated from Pittsburg State University with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. I’ve been in the green industry for more than 25 years. I have extensive experience with golf courses and residential turf. As COO & VP of Sales and Accounts of Aspen, I’m responsible for the day-to-day operations and ensuring that all systems, resources, and people are in place to achieve our goals and meet client expectations. My wife Sarah and I have three children. In my spare time, I enjoy hunting, fishing, and attending my kids’ sporting events.
Andrew Quick – VP Lawn Division
My name is Andrew Quick and I am the VP of the Lawn Division at Aspen Lawn & Pest Control. I grew up in Shawnee, KS and now reside in Louisburg, KS with my wife (Haley) of 10 years and my 3 children. I attended JCCC where I studied Horticulture. I’ve been in the green industry for more than 20 years and have extensive knowledge of residential and commercial turfgrass. My goal for our company is to maximize your customer experience through excellent customer service and results.
AJ Quick – VP Pest Control Division
My name is AJ Quick and I am the VP of the Pest Control Division. My responsibilities include managing the Pest and Plant Health Care Departments at Aspen. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture from Texas A&M and have been working in various facets of the green industry for over a decade. My passion is serving my customers. My goal is to allow them to “fall in love” with their homes and landscapes by creating and maintaining beautiful, pest-free environments.
Andy Marsh – Irrigation Department Manager
My name is Andy Marsh and I manage the irrigation department here at Aspen Lawn and Pest Control.
I have been working in the lawn irrigation industry for over thirty years. I have a bachelor degree in business administration from the University of Saint Mary.
I also hold a certificate in backflow prevention through the Missouri department of natural resources and I am a certified Irrigation Technician thru the Irrigation Association.
I enjoy working outside and helping clients make their landscaping environments enjoyable through efficient irrigation.
Mike Bickham – Director of Marketing
My name is Mike Bickham and I am the Director of Marketing. I bring extensive expertise in managing website projects, optimizing SEO, and driving digital marketing strategies that generate impactful leads. I’m passionate about helping businesses grow. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife, Heather, exploring the outdoors through boating, fishing, and hunting, and supporting all Kansas City sports teams.
Jake Morgan – Turf Route Manager
I’m Jake Morgan and I am a Turf Route Manager at Aspen Lawn & Pest Control. I joined the Aspen team in May 2024 and am responsible for managing turf routes and ensuring services are delivered with quality, consistency, and attention to detail. I take pride in helping customers maintain healthy, great-looking lawns throughout the season. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, hanging out with my girlfriend, playing music, and getting out on the golf course whenever I can.
Jake Streeter – Turf Route Manager
I’m Jake Streeter, a Turf Route Manager at Aspen Lawn & Pest Control and one of the newer applicators on the team. I’m a certified residential and commercial applicator with seven years of experience in the lawn fertilization industry. I take a lot of pride in my work and genuinely care about my customers and the health of their lawns.
Outside of work, I love being a dad and spending time with my wife and family. Most weekends are spent at dance and cheer competitions or sporting events for my three kids, who make me incredibly proud. When I do get some downtime, you’ll usually find me golfing with friends, grilling on the weekends, or baking my chocolate chip cookies—which the Aspen crew can confirm are pretty hard to beat.
Andrew Davis – Turf Route Manager
I’m Andrew Davis, a Turf Route Manager at Aspen Lawn & Pest Control. I’ve been with Aspen since August 2024 and take great pride in helping our customers achieve and maintain some of the best-looking yards in their neighborhoods. I enjoy the hands-on work and building trust with the customers I serve. Outside of work, I like watching sports and spending time with my dog, Moxie—whether that’s going for walks or taking trips to the park.
Scott Robertson – Turf Route Manager
I’m the commercial lawn app guy, and I also help in the plant health department and with large residential applications when I can. I’ve been with Aspen for about 3.5 years and in the industry for over 20 years. In my free time, I enjoy hiking in the mountains, learning about ancient cultures, and teasing my niece and nephew.
Trevor Fries – Plant Health Route manger
I’m Trevor Fries, a Plant Health Care Route Manager at Aspen Lawn & Pest Control. I work closely with our plant health care services and am currently working toward becoming a certified arborist. I take pride in helping keep trees and shrubs healthy and thriving for our customers. Outside of work, I’m a proud father, a seasoned guitar player, and an avid fisherman. I’m also a pretty good shade-tree mechanic in my free time.
Derek Parks – Pest Route Manager
I’m Derek Parks and I work primarily in pest control at Aspen Lawn & Pest Control, while also bringing high-level experience with irrigation installations. I joined Aspen in October 2024, but I’ve been working full time in the industry since December 2019. I take pride in doing quality work and helping customers feel confident their homes and properties are well taken care of. Outside of work, I enjoy fishing and hunting, and during the summer you’ll usually find me playing slow-pitch softball. I’m also a lifelong St. Louis Cardinals fan, thanks to growing up in northeast Missouri.
Austin Talmage – Irrigation Route Manager
Hi, I’m Austin Talmage. I was born in Shawnee, Kansas, and got married in Weston, Missouri in November 2019. In November 2024, my wife and I welcomed our first child—a baby girl. I work in irrigation at Aspen Lawn & Pest Control and take a lot of pride in being part of a team that sets the standard for quality irrigation services here in the Kansas City area. I believe anything worth doing is worth doing well. Outside of work, I enjoy fishing, golfing, playing video games, and watching movies and TV shows with my wife. And of course – GO CHIEFS!!!
Dylan Degroot – Irrigation Route Manager
I’m Dylan DeGroot, an Irrigation Route Manager at Aspen Lawn & Pest Control. My role involves inspecting, repairing, and maintaining irrigation systems for our clients, as well as creating proposals for irrigation expansions and landscape lighting projects. I take pride in helping customers improve the performance and efficiency of their systems. Outside of work, I’m a proud dad to my 8-year-old son and have two dogs—a 5-year-old Goldendoodle and a 10-year-old pocket bully. I live a very active lifestyle, having run a couple of half marathons, and I enjoy rock climbing. My son and I also love camping together in our rooftop tent on my truck.
Garrett Jones – Irrigation Route Manager
I recently joined the irrigation department at Aspen Lawn & Pest Control, where I focus on keeping irrigation systems running efficiently and helping landscapes look their best. I enjoy learning from the team and supporting our clients as they work to maintain healthy lawns. When I’m not troubleshooting sprinklers, I’m usually outdoors—fishing is my favorite hobby, and I try to get out on the water whenever I get the chance.
Jacob Cook – Maintenance Department Manager
I’ve been with Aspen Lawn & Pest Control for nearly three years, and it honestly feels like I started just yesterday. I currently run our Landscape Maintenance Department, but I began my time at Aspen with a background in pest control, working as a Route Manager and helping grow that department. After a year in pest control, I transitioned into managing Landscape Maintenance, where I focus on delivering quality service and supporting our team in the field. Outside of work, I enjoy hunting, fishing, and building a homestead with my wife and our two kids.
Ashli Leyden – Office Manager
My name is Ashli Leyden and I am the Office Manager at Aspen Lawn & Pest Control. I joined Aspen in the summer of 2025 and support daily office operations while helping ensure a positive experience for both our customers and team members. I moved to the area in 2022 when my husband, Dru, opened a Fareway Meat Market. We’ve been married for 20 years and have a son and a daughter who attend Olathe South, along with our dog, Rizzo. We are avid Iowa Hawkeye and Chicago Cubs fans. In my spare time, I enjoy watching my son play baseball, my daughter compete in golf, and spending time with friends and family. Since starting at Aspen, I’ve enjoyed getting to know the company culture and working alongside a team that is passionate about the green industry.
April Ramdass – Irrigation Scheduling Manager
My name is April Ramdass and I am the Irrigation Scheduling Manager at Aspen Lawn & Pest Control. I joined the Aspen team in September 2025 and play a key role in coordinating irrigation services to ensure projects are scheduled efficiently and completed on time. I enjoy supporting both our customers and field teams by helping keep operations organized and running smoothly. Outside of work, I enjoy gardening and reading.
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