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Luke Rykbost is a Commercial Project Manager at Natorp’s in Cincinnati, Ohio, where he oversees complex landscape installations with a focus on operational excellence and technical precision. A graduate of Cedarville University with a degree in Management and a minor in Construction, Luke brings a disciplined, modern perspective to one of the region’s most established green industry leaders. His expertise is rooted in the field, having grown up in his father’s full-service landscape company in Massachusetts; this background instilled in him a "boots-on-the-ground" understanding of production, crew dynamics, and the critical role of technology in a successful business. Beyond his work at Natorp’s, Luke is deeply invested in the intersection of legacy craftsmanship and modern innovation. He is currently spearheading the implementation of AI and advanced software systems at Natorp's to streamline commercial operations, while simultaneously developing a business management platform for growth-minded contractors. Whether he is navigating complex architectural plans or refining software architecture, Luke is passionate about equipping the next generation of landscape professionals with the tools and systems they need to scale effectively.

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Future-Proofing Landscaping with AI

Luke Rykbost July 1, 2026

Luke Rykbost is a Commercial Project Manager at Natorp’s in Cincinnati, Ohio, where he oversees complex landscape installations with a focus on operational excellence and technical precision. A graduate of Cedarville University with a degree in Management and a minor in Construction, Luke brings a disciplined, modern perspective to one […]