Meet The Team

Jeremy Rust

Jeremy Rust founded Landscape Design Innovation Group (LDIG) in 2015 with a simple vision: to design and build outdoor spaces that are as livable as they are beautiful. With years of hands-on experience in landscape architecture and construction, Jeremy has earned a reputation for combining creativity with craftsmanship, delivering projects that enhance property value and elevate everyday living.

Licensed in North Carolina as a Landscape Architect, Landscape Contractor, Septic Contractor, Septic System Inspector, and Pool Contractor, Jeremy brings unmatched expertise to every project. His broad credentials allow him to consider every layer, from grading and drainage to pools and outdoor kitchens, ensuring that each design is both practical and inspiring.

Jeremy’s design philosophy is rooted in how people experience space. He considers sight, sound, texture, and movement to craft environments that are immersive, memorable, and deeply connected to nature.

At the core of LDIG is Jeremy’s commitment to collaboration and client satisfaction. He listens closely, communicates clearly, and leads every project with transparency and a focus on teamwork.

Outside of LDIG, Jeremy enjoys fishing, hunting, boating, and traveling with his wife, Kimberly, and their two boys, Henry and Charles. Their time outdoors together fuels his passion for creating spaces that bring families closer to nature.

JT Youmans

Director of Business Operations and Client Success

JT serves as LDIG’s Director of Business Operations and Client Success. He supports the company from both sides of the table. Internally, he focuses on sales, revenue goals, procurement, standards, SOPs, and training. Externally, he works directly with clients on project management, finances, design changes, selections, and the details that keep complex projects moving.

JT brings over 20 years of experience in operations and construction, including time as an owner / operator in the landscape design build space, plus general contracting and remodeling. That range gives him a strong ability to spot issues early, solve them during design, and keep the build organized with fewer surprises. He specializes in large scale projects that blend permanent structures or home additions with pools, vertical elements, and full landscape work. He is most proud of being a key part of LDIG’s growth over the last five years.

JT is a problem solver by nature and enjoys taking tough projects and making them workable. He defines success as quality construction, happy clients, and strong performance against LDIG’s internal metrics. Outside of work, he enjoys woodworking, fishing, and golf. A fun fact, he makes great pickles. His favorite stone is bluestone for its timeless look and versatility. His dream backyard includes a pool, pool house, and outdoor kitchen built for entertaining, good music, and time with friends and family.

Zach Jensen

Foreman

Zach serves as a foreman at LDIG. He drives day to day jobsite progress, keeps the crew focused, and stays on top of quality from the first layout to the final details. He has 10 years of experience in the landscape and outdoor living industry and brings strong technical capability, especially with piping and wiring, plus a steady push to stay well rounded across the build.

Zach enjoys pool projects most, especially the features that come with them. He is proud of becoming efficient in an excavator and takes a professional, hands on approach. He treats every client’s property like it is his own and holds the line on fit, finish, and cleanliness. He defines success as happy clients and beautiful work that the team can stand behind.

Outside of work, Zach spends time with his family and enjoys traveling to new places. His favorite way to be outdoors is camping and being in nature. On site, his go to tool is an impact drill. If you ask him to pick a favorite plant, it is a coral bark Japanese maple for its color. His dream backyard feature is a natural stone waterfall with a pond.

Tiffany McCraney

Administrative Assistant

Tiffany serves as LDIG’s Administrative Assistant and supports the team across day-to-day operations. She has about a year and a half of experience in the design/build space and brings a wide set of strengths to the role, including organization, problem solving, employee relations, and a strong safety mindset. She is CPR and AED certified and holds a Class B CDL, which gives her a unique ability to support both the office and the field.

Tiffany is proud of developing and implementing LDIG’s safety program and leading monthly safety training. She focuses on getting tasks done accurately and on time, keeping communication clear, and supporting everyone on the team, from management to the crews in the field. She also plays a key role in the front end, often serving as the first point of contact for new clients. She enjoys giving people room to explain what they want and helping them turn ideas into a clear starting point.

Outside of work, Tiffany enjoys gardening, hiking, photography, antiquing, and spending time with her children near the beach, river, or lake. A fun fact, she likes building and fixing things, including working on cars, and she rides motorcycles. If you need to find her in the office, she will have a pen in hand. Her dream backyard feature is a retaining wall, a natural pond with layered planting, and a sunflower “room.”

Molly

The LDIG Shop Cat

She greets clients at the door like she owns the place, because she does. She rotates between the back of the couch and whatever office has the best sun spot. When the lights go out, she goes to work. Molly keeps the shop and equipment safe with serious mouse control.