Our Team

Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, biota is an award-winning landscape design, build and horticultural firm that works on residential and commercial projects. Our mission is to create innovative designs that invite interaction and inspire the imagination using the highest-quality plants, materials and construction techniques. We strive to share our knowledge and foster an ongoing stewardship to create lasting enjoyment.

Steve Modrow

Founder - Design. ASLA

Jim Saybolt

Founder - COO. Licensed General Contractor

Elizabeth Wynne

Designer. CLP

Eric Alward

Designer. ASLA

Greg Kaeuper

Landscape Architect

Ethan Ridgewell

Designer. Associate ASLA

Tim Dyer

Operations Manager - Construction Services. CLP

Tania Parent

Assistant Manager - Construction Services. CLP

Gentry David Schweiger

Manager - Horticultural Services. CLP

Juan Pablo Pizarro

Assistant Manager Client Communications - Horticultural Services

Tom Kobayashi

Site Supervisor - Construction Services

Joe Hafner

Site Supervisor - Construction Services

Elle LaMere

Marketing Manager

Carmen Freeman

Office Manager