DIRT HUGGER TEAM

We started with four piles and a shovel in the back yard. Eight years, eight grants, and one Kickstarter campaign later, Dirt Hugger is a nine acre facility that processes over 40,000 tons per year into over 15,000 yards per year of Organic Compost. Our team consists of trained engineers to horticulturists, MBA’s to certified CAT mechanics and everything in between. We have a combined 34 years of composting experience operating in multiple states and facililites. You won’t find a more dedicated or passionate group of soil manufacturers anywhere on the planet.

TYLER MILLER / CO-FOUNDER & BLACK GOLD MINER

Down in the details is where you’ll find Tyler. Whether it’s buried in Autocad designing an aeration manifold or deep in the pumphouse building a new water handling system, Tyler is our resident engineer, designer and builder. As one of the hardest working and most motivated people we know Tyler is happiest when he’s productive. And a compost facility provides plenty of opportunity for that.

PIERCE LOUIS / CO-FOUNDER & SWISS ARMY KNIFE

We aren’t exactly sure what he does around here, but Pierce brings plenty of energy and
enthusiasm to the table.

GAVIN SCHMIDT / DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Working his way up the Dirt Hugger ranks, Gavin started out as a contamination picker and now finds himself manning the helm of a windrow turner. Additionally, Gavin is taking a lead on designing and implementing the landscape at the Dirt Hugger site. Gavin received a BS in Horticulture at OSU. His bag of knowledge has proven useful at Dirt Hugger where Gavin performs many of the necessary compost sample tests. Needless to say, the realm of compost is right up Gavin’s alley–he spends his free time working on sustainable gardening and permaculture site design projects.

MAGGIE CORNETT / DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

Keeper of the spreadsheets, master of the budget, and sworn protector against rogue expenses. Our Director of Finance makes sure every dollar has a purpose, every forecast makes sense, and that the numbers tell the truth (even when we don’t want to hear it). Equal parts strategist and detective, Maggie balances big-picture growth with the fine print that keeps us out of trouble.

AMBER STRAIN / RETAIL SITE MANAGER

Chief of smiles, curator of good vibes, and the reason why dropping by our landscape supply yard feels more like a treat than a task. Amber makes sure every guest feels welcomed and strives to turn ordinary visits into memorable experiences, because great service isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are.

LACEY ROBERTS / QUALITY CONTROL LEAD

Guardian of the garden and defender of the dirt. Consistency is Lacey’s superpower, and her commitment to quality is her promise to our customers.

MATTHEW RACZYKOWSKI / LEAD GROUNDSKEEPERWhen a broken pump needs replacing, a sludgy ponds needs cleaning, or an aeration pad needs building, Matthew is the go to guy. With a positive attitude and a certain coolness from his deep life experience, Matthew is a great team fit.

PEDRO LOPEZ / RETAIL ASST MANAGER

KYLE BALLARD / MFG SITE LEAD

BRIAN OGLESBAY / LEAD OPERATOR

TAYLOR BEEKS / LOGISTICS COORDINATOR