Phil Ring

Owner/President

Phil, an entrepreneur with a solid work ethic instilled in him by his father and over 30 years experience in landscaping, founded Detailed Environments, Inc., with the sole intention to provide for his family and the families of those he employs. His trusted instincts and dedication to this goal are what have made him and his company successful beyond expectations.

Phil's innate enterprising spirit was sparked in adolescence when he earned his way financially by mowing lawns and shoveling snow for neighbors. In his late teens, he began with a major landscaping firm and worked his way up from maintenance and construction laborer, crew leader, supervisor, and field trainer to corporate liaison. He earned numerous "top gun" awards for production and installation. Phil attended Wharton School of Business early in his career while investing long hours in the field to the point of full emersion, and today values his on the job and life experiences as an education second to none.

Naturally athletic, Phil enjoys various sports and is an avid runner, with several marathon races on his list of personal accomplishments. He also enjoys golfing, fishing, and going to rock concerts.

Daune Ring

Owner

Daune's highly efficient systems of organization and knowledge gained through years of varied office work experience is the foundation of which Phil's technical skill set has been supported since the company began. She has a degree in Journalism/PR from West Virginia University and an Administrative Professional Certification through Katherine Gibbs School. While her first job out of college was as a crew leader with a major landscaping company, she worked in the fields of advertising, publishing, education and real estate prior to nurturing the Detailed Environments, Inc. seed. A devoted wife, mother, and business partner, she recently emerged as an artist by cultivating her own natural creative abilities.

Jesus Melecio

Maintenance Production Supervisor/Training Specialist

Jesus has been with Detailed Environments since the company's inception in 1991, and a landscaper for most of his life. As a young boy, he began carving this path for himself by tilling the soil on his family's farm in Mexico, and by the time he was a teen, he found himself behind the wheel of a truck working for a major landscaping company. Along with his candor with clients and co-workers, Jesus' success is attributed to his "CAN DO" attitude and his love to get things done. His gift to lead by example and learn through experience makes him the top Training Specialist within Detailed Environments, Inc., showing crewmembers how to perform various tasks, rather than just telling them. Jesus holds certifications in concrete paving installation and retaining walls. His passions include being outdoors and spending time with his family.

Armando Patino

Project Director/Field Employee Liaison

Armando grew up on a farm and always knew his heart was in landscaping. He has been with the company for over a decade, and while he started by working in the field, his present position is in sales and marketing. Armando believes in working hands-on, side-by-side with every individual customer and in providing the best possible customer service. Armando's main focus is being a person that customers can work with to have their properties well maintained and their entire landscape project complete.

Bob White

Maintenance Operations Manager

Bob has been employed in the green industry for over 30 years, dating back to his high school and college days. He graduated from Haverford College as a business / economics major, was a 4-year starter on the soccer team, and played baseball as well. He earned his masters degree in business administration from Drexel University.

After a brief hiatus in the banking field, Bob found his calling in the landscape industry where he is able to combine his love of the outdoors and gardening, with a strong financial background. He is a PA licensed pesticide applicator in tree / shrub and turf categories, and frequently attends seminars to stay abreast of the latest trends in order to ensure the highest level of expertise in evaluating our clients' properties.

Bob is married with 3 sons, and in his free time, still enjoys playing and coaching soccer, as well as gardening and traveling to new places.

Kerrie Mitchener

Network Administrator/Office Manager/Executive Assistant

Kerrie joined the Detailed team in October of 1999 and is our Office Manager & Network Administrator. She has over 10 years experience in the Customer Service field and an extensive computer background, including an Associates Degree in Computer Networking Technology, Microsoft MCP certification, and Network+ certification. She continues to take computer and photography classes to further her professional & personal development. Her passions are traveling, photography, caring for animals, music, nature, and the Chicago Bears.

Dan Husted

Construction Operations Manager

Dan has been thriving in the landscape field since 1992. After receiving his BS in Landscape Architecture from Temple University, he proceeded to expand his knowledge in the residential profession of landscaping and hardscaping. In 2003, Dan joined the Detailed team and converted his 10+ years of residential talent into a new blossoming career in Commercial Landscaping and Management. This end of the industry opened many doors for Dan. He has been able to achieve certifications from both the Interlocking Concrete Pavers Institute (ICPI) and the National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA). After 15 years of service to the landscape profession, Dan still possesses the drive and enthusiasm for the ever-changing industry with each passing season.

Aside from Dan's professional lifestyle, he has accordingly devoted his off-season time, love, and passion to the Philadelphia Eagles and Flyers! They couldn't have better timing for such a die-hard fan. When it's not game time he's hitting the slopes with his daughters. Dan also enjoys the occasional mid-season breakaway to the Outer Banks with his wife of 10 years and family.

Evans Laird

Project Director

Like many people working in the green industry, Evans started out working part-time at a local nursery in high school. Evans quickly developed an interest in the landscape industry, which led him to pursue a formal education in horticulture. Evans graduated from North Carolina State University with a BS in Landscape Horticulture.

Evans has been with DEI for three years and is one of our job/sales managers. He is also the chairman of DEI's safety committee that has recently been certified by the state of PA. Evans is also a PA licensed pesticide applicator for turf category, and attends seminars to stay well informed so that the client will receive the highest level of expertise in evaluating their properties.

Evans is married with two sons. In his free time, enjoys a good movie, snowboarding, paintball, gardening and taking the family on vacation!

Deb Husted

Landscape Architecture and Design/Marketing and Sales

Deb's journey to Detailed Environments began well over 15 years ago. After four years of pursuing her passion for fine arts and graphic design, Deb found her calling in the field of landscaping. This new interest led her to Temple University where she obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Landscape Architecture. With an artistic background and a hands-on work ethic, landscape architecture was a perfect fit. Her post-college years were submerged with the high demand of residential design. After a decade of dedication to clients on a residential level, Deb expanded her talents and took on the global challenges of commercial-based landscape architecture. In 2005 she joined the D.E.I. team where her passion and enthusiasm for landscaping could shine.

She shares this excitement with her college sweetheart, Construction Department partner and husband of ten years, Dan. When Deb does not have a drafting pen in her hand, she is devoting her time and energy to both her family and to her extensive philanthropic work. She strongly believes in “paying it forward” and is a big supporter of, as well as advocate for, several organizations dear to her heart. She supports the education and awareness of Sensory Integration Disorder, Kidney disease, Melanoma research, Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America, The USO and U.S. Armed Forces organizations, and the Special Olympics.

Tabitha Stone

Human Resources Administrator / Administrative Assistant

Tabitha joined our team in the summer of 2005. She wound up here through her interest in and dedication to the environment. She brought with her a background in management and over 10 years of administrative experience. Here at DEI, Tabitha is in charge of human resources and personnel, and manages various employee-related accounts. She also coordinates company events, handles administrative duties, and organizes our safety committee. In her free time, she enjoys volunteering at local tree plantings and creek clean-ups, hiking, camping, and metalsmithing.

Joe Rock

Maintenance Production Supervisor/Turf Specialist

Joe has been with Detailed Environments since 2006. Along with a BS in Horticulture from Temple, he also has an AS in Turf Management from Rutgers. Prior to working for Detailed, Joe was a golf course superintendent for 10 years and has a varied background, which includes estate management, commercial and residential landscape management, nursery and green house experience. He is also a Licensed Pesticide Applicator in the state of PA. Joe is married with a 2 year-old child.

Dennis Connor

Controller

Dennis has been with Detailed Environments, Inc. since March 2006 and is responsible for the accounting functions of the business including financial statement preparation, budgeting, accounts payable, payroll and other special projects. Dennis graduated form Philadelphia University with a BA\BS in accounting and finance and has over 20 years experience in both large and small company environments.

Dennis is married and has three children, when not involved with their activities he spends many hours working on his gardens at home.