about us
Meet the Owner
Jaymond Shabaka, better known as “Jay” around Columbia, Missouri, founded Columbia Curb Appeal to care for his grandmother.
Jay was raised by his grandmother since early childhood. Growing up with her has taught him that it takes discipline and hard work to reach his goals in life. His grandmother has shaped him into the young entrepreneur he is today, instilling hard-working values and a relentless work ethic that have helped him rise above his peers.
Growing up as an African American, Jay has fought to break the typical stereotypes of being a young black male. He strives to work hard and has a strong passion for helping others. Helping his grandmother tend to her lawn and garden is what sparked him to pursue landscaping as a business venture.
Today, Jay has helped several families around Columbia, Missouri, bring their properties back to life through his landscaping, pressure washing, and snow removal services. His strong work ethic and keen attention to detail have led to several happy customers who take pride in the appearance of their homes and local businesses.
Founding Columbia Curb Appeal has helped Jay give back to his grandmother for all she has done for him. His passion to make this dream come true follows him to every job site. Each project he undertakes presents an opportunity to bring joy to his clients, support his grandmother, and contribute to the community.