Founder - Personal Gardener & Freelance Design at Botanical Horizons LLC (2025-04 – Present)
Founded and operate a horticulture-focused landscape design business specializing in native plants, biodiversity, and chaos gardens, & permaculture
- Founded and operate a horticulture-focused landscape design business specializing in native plants, biodiversity, and chaos gardens, & permaculture
- Design residential landscapes that integrate ecological principles, pollinator support, and sustainable planting strategies
- Conduct on-site consultations including site analysis, plant selection, soil evaluation, and conceptual design planning
- Develop planting plans that incorporate native perennials, shrubs, and trees suited to regional growing conditions (Zone 7–8)
- Coordinate installation logistics including sourcing plant material, scheduling contractors, and managing project timelines
- Educate homeowners on plant care, seasonal garden maintenance, and ecological landscape practices
- Build relationships with local nurseries, contractors, and community organizations to support landscape projects and horticultural outreach
Landscape Design & Sales at Ivy Creek Landscapes (2023-10 – 2024-12)
Managed residential landscape installation opportunities through the full sales cycle
- Managed residential landscape installation opportunities through the full sales cycle
- Responded to new leads within 24 hours and scheduled in-person consultations
- Conducted site visits including photography, measurements, and conceptual sketches
- Prepared project estimates using LMN while verifying labor, material, and subcontractor pricing
- Maintained detailed client communication and prospecting records using Salesforce CRM
- Coordinated project handoff with project managers and facilitated pre-construction walkthroughs
- Developed new business through networking events and outreach to commercial properties
Landscape Designer & Sales at Granite Hills Group (2022-07 – 2023-10)
Qualified incoming leads and evaluated project feasibility within company service scope
- Qualified incoming leads and evaluated project feasibility within company service scope
- Met with homeowners and builders to develop landscape concepts and design solutions
- Produced landscape designs using Dynascape CAD software
- Prepared proposals for landscape installations including plantings, irrigation, lighting, and hardscapes
- Sourced plant material and hardscape products from regional suppliers
- Collaborated with operations managers and installation teams to coordinate project execution
- Built relationships with builders and property owners to expand residential and commercial landscape projects
Assistant Grower - Germination & Propagation and Finish Bedding Plants at Metrolina Greenhouses (2021-03 – 2022-07)
Monitored plant health through regular crop scouting, irrigation, and environmental management
- Monitored plant health through regular crop scouting, irrigation, and environmental management
- Evaluated plant quality including cutting performance, foliage growth, and root development
- Monitored pH, EC, and environmental conditions to optimize plant growth
- Applied pesticides according to regulatory guidelines and label requirements
- Assessed plant performance and responded proactively to crop health issues
Cultivation Technician at Green Thumb Industries (GTI) (2020-03 – 2021-03)
Performed plant maintenance including topping, transplanting, cloning, and pruning
- Performed plant maintenance including topping, transplanting, cloning, and pruning
- Monitored environmental conditions and mineral nutrition for optimal plant growth
- Maintained accurate inventory records using Biotrack tracking software
- Followed 5S operational standards to maintain organized and efficient grow facilities
- Collaborated across clone, vegetative, and flowering production departments
Undergrad Research Assistant at Iowa State University (2017-08 – 2019-12)
Assisted with horticultural research trials evaluating plant growth and nutrient management
- Assisted with horticultural research trials evaluating plant growth and nutrient management
- Collected plant growth data including fresh weight, dry weight, plant height, and growth index
- Conducted SPAD chlorophyll measurements and petiole sap nitrate analysis
- Collected soil and water samples for pH, EC, and moisture testing
- Managed hydroponic systems and laboratory equipment for research trials
- Documented experiments through photography and database records
Greenhouse Specialist at Corn Crib Nursery (2018-06 – 2020-03)
Assisted with production of spring bedding crops in a commercial greenhouse environment
- Assisted with production of spring bedding crops in a commercial greenhouse environment. Sowing Seeds, planting plugs, propagating cuttings.
- Performed crop maintenance including watering, fertilizing, weeding, and pinching, regularly testing water and mixing chemicals
- Monitored plant material for nutrient deficiencies, pests, and diseases and released biological insects
- Maintained plant quality standards for retail and wholesale distribution, kept the greenhouse clean and tidy between production and retail
Grower Intern - Germination & Propagation and Bedding Plants and Houseplants and Orchids at Green Circle Growers (2018-01 – 2018-05)
Assisted with large-scale greenhouse production of bedding plants, Foliage plants, & Orchids
- Assisted with large-scale greenhouse production of bedding plants, Foliage plants, & Orchids
- Operated greenhouse technology including irrigation booms and automated seeders, fertilizer mixing systems
- Monitored climate conditions using PRIVA environmental control systems
- Conducted small production trials and presented results to company leadership
