We thought it was about time we properly introduced ourselves – so here's a brief rundown of who we are, what we do, and how James Landscaping came to be!
We’re Kendall and Shanon James. We’ve been together since 2012, tied the knot in 2022, and now call North Canterbury home alongside our two dogs and two cats. We love this region and honestly couldn’t imagine living anywhere else. We both enjoy the outdoors and do a spot of hunting/hiking when time allows (not as often as we would like!).
A little about us:
- Kendall (that’s me!) – I retrained as a nurse and graduated at the end of 2022. These days, I also look after the social media and marketing side of our business.
- Shanon – He’s spent his whole life working outdoors, operating machinery, managing earthworks projects, and leading small crews. For as long as I can remember, he’s always dreamed of running his own business.
That dream became reality in January 2023, when James Landscaping was born. Picking a name was harder than we expected, but in the end we chose the one that means the most to us: our family name. (Although, funny enough, this sometimes leads to Shanon being called “James” by customers!)
For us, the name is more than just a label – it’s a tribute to our families and the hard work of the role models who shaped us. Both of us grew up watching the dedication and grit of the people around us, and that same spirit is what we bring into our business every day.
Our wee team has been slowly growing, with 3 fulltime staff members currently, and we’re really excited about what the future holds. No matter how big we get, we’ll always stay true to our roots: strong family values, hard work, and creating a crew that feels more like family than just a workplace.