Cole Weller, President & Co-Founder of Weller Brothers Landscaping
Cole Weller’s Journey with Weller Brothers
On the latest episode of Behind the Business, Founders in the 605, Marcus and Alexis Mahlen sat down with Cole Weller, co-founder and president of Weller Brothers Landscaping. Cole shared how he and his brother Brent turned a small high school lawn-mowing business into a thriving landscaping company with locations in Sioux Falls, Rochester, and Des Moines.
Cole emphasized the importance of work ethic, doing the basics well, and building a strong team culture. He reflected on their early struggles, the pivotal moment that drove them to scale the business and the challenges of expansion into new markets. With a commitment to quality and customer service, Weller Brothers has become a leader in the landscaping industry, proving that success comes from persistence and continuous improvement.
Listen to the full episode on Spotify.
About Cole Weller:
Cole Weller, with his brother Brent, co-founded Weller Brothers Landscaping in 2001. He attended Southeast Technical Institute in Sioux Falls where he studied landscape design. His passion for creating beautiful outdoor spaces has set Weller Brothers apart from the competition in the design, construction, and maintenance of the most stunning backyards and properties in the region. Starting as a teenager mowing lawns, Cole built the business alongside his brother Brent with a focus on quality, customer service, and work ethic. Today, Weller Brothers is recognized for its high-end residential landscaping, maintenance services, and strong company culture.
