OUR TEAM
JACK
…the son of Jim and Barb, grew up in the business. After a few years away as a computer programmer Jack realized how much he missed landscaping. He returned home and does what he loves (and is very good at) - landscaping. When not landscaping you can find Jack bowling, golfing, enjoying time in the boat or catching fish. He spends his winters walking on frozen water, keeping driveways plowed and catching up on his “honey do” list.
JUDY
….grew up vacationing in Minocqua. Her family bought plants from JJ’s Acres since she was a little girl. When she married Jack she said she’d give the business 3 years to determine whether or not she liked it, she’s been here since 1999 and LOVES every day she spends at the Garden Center! When not at the retail you can find Judy at home crafting away, enjoying her time play and coaching tennis or supporting her kids in all of their activities - from disc golf to run - bike - swim.
JOHN
…a Bears, Cubs and Blackhawk Fan at heart, he grew up in the Chicago area. He started working at JJ’s Acres in 1993 and over the years has developed into our “go to guy” - John is very knowledgeable in perennials, shrubs, trees, plant care, fungus and disease control. When not at work, you can find John tending to his own gardens or enjoying his time being a “grandpa”. You will see John less at JJ’s Acres now, since he has 2 beautiful grandbabies that he gets to adore. But he still stops by, keeps our plants watered and helps us out anytime we need it. John is a huge part of the JJ’s Acres story no doubt!
RONDA
…a Michigan native and a MICHIGAN fan, Ronda came to JJ’s Acres in 2008 after many successful years at a neighboring florist. Her overall knowledge of plants for the garden and home and her centerpiece and wreath designing are a true talent. Ronda does a tremendous job keeping our perennial and nursery gardens in tip top shape. At Christmas time, Ronda owns the title of “Most Creative Elf”. When not at work you can find Ronda spending time with her family and friends, bowling, throwing horse shoes or finding the perfect sand dollar in Florida.
KIM
…grew up in the Lakeland area and truly loves gardening. Kim started at JJ’s Acres in the spring of 2007. Her expertise is in annuals & annual care has helped keep the Garden Center unbelievably beautiful...she spends most of her spring planting up custom orders - her container gardening style rocks! When not at work, you can find Kim tending to her huge vegetable garden, canning or being “super grandma”.
EILEEN
…grew up in the Chicagoland area and has been vacationing in the Northwoods since 1996. After retiring from 35 years in corporate health care, Eileen and her husband John made the Northwoods their permanent home in 2017. Eileen met Judy on the racquetball court in 2021 and started sharing her smile and talents at JJ’s Acres shortly after. When not at work you can find Eileen tending to the beautiful gardens at her home, enjoying the outdoors, attending car shows, volunteering in our community, listening to music and spending time with family and friends.