OUR TEAM

Alan Mumford, ASLA

Founder &
Landscape Architect

Alan Mumford graduated from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture in 1982.

As a licensed Landscape Architect, Landscape Contractor, and Arborist, Alan has been involved with a number of exciting projects, including master planning for community developments, commercial properties, recreational facilities, large and small residential properties and streetscapes.

Marianne Mumford, BLA

President

Marianne Mumford graduated from Louisiana State University in 1983 with a Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture.

Marianne loves in surrounding herself with clients who are invested in their gardens and colleagues who share her creativity and passion for landscape architecture. She is an active member of the Association of Landscape Contractors of America and The New Orleans Town Gardeners.

Landscape Architect

Kim Alvarez, BLA

Vice President

Kim Alvarez graduated from Louisiana State University in 1991 with a Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture.

Kim has extensive knowledge of plants, specializing in southern Louisiana regional varieties. She has strong interpersonal skills and the ability to generate designs that connect with her clients' true aesthetic.

John Bland, BLA

Design Associate

John Bland graduated from Louisiana State University in 2016 with a Bachelor's Degree from the Robert Reich School of Landscape Architecture.

John is a New Orleans native who draws inspiration from classic southern gardens while applying a fresh and innovative perspective.

Through the years, he has worked in a variety of roles on the Landscape Images team, ranging from maintenance and installation.

Mary Wood,
SHRM-CP, MHFA

Human Resources & Office Manager

Mary Wood graduated from Southeastern Louisiana University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management.

Mary wears many hats here at Landscape Images, such as Human Resources Manager, Office Manager, Holiday Decorator and Corporate Secretary. She enjoys the day-to-day of helping clients as well as employees. She's going on 10 years with the company!

In her free time, she loves trying new restaurants, cooking, and spending time with her friends and family.

Marjorie Cordero,
SHRM-CP

Human Resources
Generalist

Marjorie Cordero holds a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from the University of New Orleans and a Master’s Degree in Organizational Psychology from Universidad Latina, Costa Rica.

She plays a key role in various HR functions such as employee onboarding, performance support, training and development, process improvement, and maintaining a positive and productive workplace. Additionally, she assists with administrative tasks around the office.

Marjorie enjoys taking on new challenges, spending time outdoors, cooking, traveling, and making memories with her family.

Jon Lafever

Maintenance
Supervisor

Jon joined us in February 2024. He has over 24 years of Management Experience in 8 states ranging from coast to coast and both Northern and Southern climates.

In his free time, you can find Jon on the barbecue, trying new local restaurants or listening to live music!

Joe Farry, CIT

Install Supervisor

Joe was born in Charleston, West Virginia. He grew up in Cleveland, Ohio until he graduated from High School and moved to Louisiana.

He has been with Landscape Images since 2005 and is licensed as a Certified Irrigation Contractor. He is a supervisor on our Installation team and specializes in Landscape Lighting.

In his free time he enjoys cooking, grilling and sitting on the beach with his wife and two children.

Ashley Locklear

Marketing Manager & Administrative Assistant

A Florida native, Ashley Locklear moved to New Orleans in 2008 and began working with the city’s first CSA and local farms, connecting seasonal produce with top chefs at Link Restaurant Group.

With over 20 years of experience in the service industry, she has worked across all levels of the industry, back of house to the front of house, management, marketing, and beyond.

Outside of work, you can find them working in their garden.

John Bulger

Controller

John is an experienced corporate accountant who earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting, graduating summa cum laude from Southern New Hampshire University.

As controller, he is responsible for overseeing all accounting and finance matters for the company.

In his free time, you can find John exploring local cuisine, pursuing continuing education, or catching a show at the Saenger.