Enhancing People's Lives & the Environment
Since 1980
Your Partner in Sustainability
Founded in 1980, Garick has been transforming landscapes with Eco-friendly solutions. As pioneers in organic recycling, we’re on a mission to elevate your world and protect the planet.
We specialize in high-quality soil, mulch, aggregates, and biomass products, all designed to enhance the beauty while supporting a healthier environment.
Over 45 years of expertise in sustainable landscape and environmental solutions
Leaders in organic recycling and renewable biomass innovation
Committed to eco-friendly practices that support healthy ecosystems
Trusted by
Pioneers in Closed Loop Organic Recycling
Food waste
Collecting food and yard waste from local business, grocery stores, and residents.
Compost
Blending food and yard waste with rich soil and mulch to start the composting process.
Rich Soils
Composted soil is bagged and made available to local residents, farmers, and businesses.
MEET THE TEAM
150 + Years
Combined experience in sustainable solutions
With over 150 years of combined experience in sustainable solutions, consulting, and industry consults, our team is proud to share their knowledge across Garick products and services. Providing customers with the best solutions and helping them reach their sustainability goals.
Gary Trinetti
Garick President & CEO
Celebrating 45 Years with Garick
Mr. Trinetti is the President, CEO, and co-founder of Garick, LLC, established in 1980. A Kent State University graduate (B.A. in Marketing, 1976), he previously served as General Manager of The Grand River Hardwood Company.
He actively supports Kent State University, serving on the College of Business Administration National Advisory Board.
Mr. Trinetti has held leadership roles in industry organizations, including the U.S. Compost Council and the Green Industry Expo, and is a Leadership Cleveland Class of 1995 graduate.
Mike Marsollek
Director of Operations
Celebrating 18 Years with Garick
Mike Marsollek, Director of Operations at Garick, brings over 30 years of experience in organics recycling, biomass, power plant operations and renewable energy.
A Gulf War veteran of the U.S. Navy, Mike has dedicated his career to sustainability, leading renewable energy projects with Fortune 500 companies and advancing solutions to protect the environment.
At Garick, he has driven feasibility studies across the U.S., striving to improve lives and preserve the planet. Outside of work, Mike enjoys golfing and spending time with his wife and four children.
Di Kuo
Director of National Accounts & Customer Operations
Celebrating 19 Years with Garick
Di H Kuo is the Director of National Accounts and Customer Operations at Garick, a leading sustainable natural resource products manufacturer and distributor. She manages key customer accounts and leads the customer operations team, collaborating with executive leadership to enhance customer satisfaction and drive growth.
represents Garick in the US Composting Council and Ohio Organic Council and has served on the Kent State MBA Advisory Board since 2021. Di earned her MBA in Marketing from Kent State in 2005 and holds an undergraduate degree in International Hotel & Tourism Management from Johnson & Wales University.
Jessica Bain
Director of Supply Chain
Jessica Bain has been in the Lawn and Garden Industry with Garick LLC for 16 years and is currently the Director of Supply Chain.
Prior to working at Garick, Jessica attended the University of Dayton majoring in Accounting and Operations Management. Jessica went back to school and completed her MBA at Cleveland State University. She is also certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) through the Association for Supply Chain Management.
Jessica has been an active participant for many years at the Annual Mulch and Soil Council Meetings and was honored to be the 2024 meeting chair.
Celebrating 17 Years with Garick
Marcy Bergman
Executive Program Facilitator
Ms. Bergman has over 19 years of experience at Garick. A graduate of Miami University with a B.S. in Business (Management Information Systems), she has held a variety of roles at Garick, including positions in Business Development and Marketing, as well as serving as a Regional Manager and National Accounts Manager.
Her experience spans leadership, program management, and driving growth across various sectors. In her current role, she focuses on streamlining processes, fostering collaboration, and delivering impactful results across diverse projects.
Celebrating 19 Years with Garick
Cody Tilburg
Operations Controller
Cody has been with Garick for 12 years. He graduated from Kent State University with a business degree in Managerial Marketing. In his current role as Operations Controller, he focuses on driving profitability across each of the company’s business units. Throughout his time at Garick, Cody has also held roles as Senior Regional Manager, Continuous Improvement Specialist, and Operations Manager.
He regularly attends the Mulch and Soil Council annual meetings, is a member of the US Composting Council, and has completed training to become a Certified Compost Operations Manager (CCOM).