Mark Richards

Mark Richards has a diverse work experience in the landscape and construction industry. Mark founded Woodlake Outdoor, Inc. in 2001, a company that specializes in stone masonry, construction, and commercial landscape and maintenance services. Mark has been serving a wide range of customers in multiple Texas markets. Mark is also currently a member of the LMCLP Board of Directors.

Prior to starting Woodlake Outdoor, Mark worked at The Brickman Group from 1987 to 2002. Mark initially joined as a Regional Manager and was responsible for developing the market entry plan and leading the start-up of the company's Texas operation. Mark then went on to lead the fast-growing division for eight years. During their time at The Brickman Group, Mark also successfully managed commercial landscape and maintenance projects, including national award-winning properties in New Jersey and Pennsylvania for seven years.

Mark Richards took an Entrepreneurship Course in Business Administration and Management, General at Southern Methodist University in the year 2000. Mark then pursued a Bachelor of Science in Integrated Pest Management/Horticulture, with a minor in Business, at the University of Arkansas.