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Brian is a graduate of Auburn University and has over 17 years of experience in the Commercial Landscape/Hardscape industry. His responsibilities include management of the entire scope of Commercial Projects from start up to completion. He strives to ensure each and every project is completed on time, on budget and at the level of exceptional quality that A&C is known for. He values efficient communication and organization as these are integral components of a successful project management role, and can handle stressful and challenging situations with the utmost professionalism.

Tyler is a United States Veteran with high drive and strong work ethic. He has experience in project and resource management, as well as the motivation to accomplish a project beyond expectations and ahead of schedule. Tyler is eager and willing to tackle any task A&C places in front of him.

Joe brings over 15 years experience in estimating for Hemma Concrete, and we are excited to have him leading our Preconstruction and estimating efforts.

Robin brings 15+ successful years of construction experience to our company. She has worked extensively in multi-family housing as well as in various related subcontractor fields. Her devotion and drive to complete projects efficiently with superb results can be seen whether in the capacity of Business Development, Purchasing, or Project Management related duties. With her outgoing disposition and ability to relate with clients, contractors, or subcontractors, she has proven a great asset to our team.

Xavi has spent most of his life involved in various aspects of the construction industry. A background in hardscape sales and masonry installations, a degree In management, and being bilingual, have all contributed greatly to the diverse skillset of A&C. Building on his experience as an onsite superintendent, and being promoted to Safety Officer, his can-do attitude, team approach, and willingness to complete projects as efficiently and safely as possible has helped strengthen the A&C team.

With almost 20 years in the construction industry, Matt supervises the on-site operations for A&C. Matt oversees on-site subcontractors for scope and quality of work, and that budgets and schedules are met or exceeded. Matt will work directly with the owner to ensure satisfaction.

Elliott serves as the main Point of Contact for all residential projects or projects for residential developers, builders, and residential property managers. His responsibilities include management of the entire scope of the project from start up to completion. Elliott’s role is to ensure A&C client satisfaction, managing the process to ensure the end product meets or exceeds all expectations. He is not only the client’s primary point of contact, but is instrumental in coordinating the many valuable trade partners that handle landscape, irrigation, fencing, concrete, pavers, etc. He is Instrumental during permitting and coordination with local municipalities to ensure project compliance. 

Patch has been in construction since 1991 and has mostly worked in commercial high rises. He has always enjoyed the hardscape and landscape portions of his career and felt as if it was like putting the beauty into the structures. Patch believes the “pop” of the buildings that surround us comes from the plants and trees, the interesting amenity decks, rock planter walls, and personal areas, such as garden paths, and seating.

As the Office Manager, Ginger handles all of the invoicing, Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable for A&C Development, Inc. Ginger does whatever she can to help make everything run smoothly and keep A&C’s clients happy!

With more than 14 years of extensive experience in the construction and development industry, B.J. is one of A&C’s project managers on all commercial projects. B.J. is a graduate from the University of Georgia with a degree in Landscape Architecture. He is responsible for all commercial project plant material submittals, as well as locating, tagging and purchasing all green goods. He is accountable for scheduling all plant material deliveries and maintaining project timelines.

Chris Sears, founder of A&C Development, has over 20 years of industry experience in the Atlanta market and holds a Commercial General Contractor’s license (unlimited tier). Chris is also a Registered Landscape Architect, and owner of Sears, Smith and Associates, Inc., a full-service, Atlanta-based Landscape Architecture firm. He has a passion for building client relationships, and strives to build unique and memorable places across Atlanta.

His earliest industry experiences include humble beginnings working on landscape construction crews, as a nurseryman, working in forestry and even as a survey technician. Chris began his career in Atlanta with a small firm where he gained experience working on projects for developers, homebuilders, and large residential estates. In 2001, Chris moved to a Project Management role for ValleyCrest, the largest landscape contractor in the nation. This move allowed him to gain valuable management and construction experience on large multimillion-dollar commercial projects. With continued success at the firm, he was promoted to a business development role, then ultimately went on to create and lead their Design-Build Department. While exceeding all corporate goals and expectations, Chris had a vision to provide superior service to his clients and decided to devote all of his efforts to establishing a company that would do just that.

In 2005, Chris established Sears, Smith and Associates, Inc. (SS&A), which has since provided clients across the metro Atlanta area with analysis, planning, design, management and stewardship of the natural and built environments. SS&A has created memorable designs for its clients’ outdoor spaces ranging from mixed-use and commercial landscaping, to stunning private, residential backyard makeovers and golf course communities.

Understanding the need for a seamless option for the implementation and installation of these designs, Chris and his wife, Amy, then established A&C Development, Inc., as a general landscape contractor in 2005. Since then, A&C has delivered many visions into realities. We continue to strive to build memorable places, whether designed by SS&A or in partnership with any of the other great Landscape Architecture firms, General Contractors, Developers, or Property Owners in Atlanta!