Shane Kramer

Master-level landscape and turf professional with extensive expertise in drainage & grading systems, hardscape installation, irrigation & lighting systems, IPM & chemical application, and crew training. Proven track record leading multi-service operations, building SOPs, and managing complex field operations. Skilled in 2D/3D design, equipment operation across multiple platforms, and project oversight. AI-proficient with CRM, Office, UniVision, and QuickBooks.

AI – Interaction Specialist at Handshake AI Project Oscar (2026-01 – 2026-04)

The AI Interaction Specialist facilitates natural, expressive, and human-like dialogue by performing in short, game-style video interactions. The specialist follows light prompts, personality cues, and task-based scenarios to generate authentic conversational data used to train and refine AI communication models. This role blends improvisation, emotional intelligence, and on-camera presence to create realistic human exchanges.

Sales Manager / IPM Manager at Professional Maintenance & Landscaping (2024-01 – 2025-12)

• Served as a primary operational liaison between major home builders in the Fort Wayne market and a network of specialized subcontractors, ensuring seamless delivery of landscape-related construction services including irrigation installation, fencing, grading, and large-scale turf establishment for new residential developments.
• Oversight and training of field crews across astro-turf, turf, landscape, IPM, enhancements, soil health & corrections, Xmas & LV Lighting services, irrigation, and snow removal services with strict adherence to industry standards though hands-on & classroom training. Authored Curriculum.
• Irrigation design, diagnostics, repairs, & installation, trenching, and documentation.
• Final project inspections and service completion approvals for quality and contract compliance.
• Delivered 2D/3D designs and technical service plans for residential, commercial, and industrial.
• Used AI to write contracts, bid municipal, industrial and commercial RFQs, sales research, proposal descriptions, field staff project installation directions and notes, and designs.
• Equipment Operation: Truck & trailer, 0-turn mowers, dingos and attachments, fertilizer spreader, spray equipment, & snow equipment

Development Manager at Kramer Cab Company (2021-01 – 2025-12)

• Directed field operations, safety, and compliance for multi-service transportation teams.
• Built SOPs and training systems for field staff, equipment readiness, and service delivery.
• Implemented fleet inspection protocols and daily operational checklists.
• Used AI to generate training materials, route instructions, and performance coaching.

Owner / Principal at Kreative Solutions & Associates (2016-01 – 2020-12)

Led and Managed multi-crew operations across turf, landscape, hardscape, IPM and chemical application, drainage, grading, irrigation, Xmas lights, and snow. Overseen Division: Residential, Commercial, Industrial cleaning & janitorial. Overseen Division: Residential & commercial construction: roof, side, drywall, paint, plumb, and frame. Led start-up company from $0 to $860k year 1, $1.9mil Year 2, $2.7 million year 3.

• Designed and installed drainage systems, French drains, downspout extensions, and grading.
• Led hardscape prep, base compaction, edging, paver installation, and finishing standards.
• Led irrigation installs, repairs, blowouts, and lighting system setups.
• Led and Trained crews on professional mowing standards, plant ID, pruning, soil science, mulching, tree care, annuals installs, water feature care, and seasonal enhancements.
• Conducted final walkthroughs, punch-list corrections, and service completion verifications.
• Delivered 2D/3D designs via UniVision, and hand-drafting designs for technical service & installation plans for residential, commercial, and industrial.
• Facilitated over 12500 hours yearly in the winter toward Low Income within Community NOCAC Energy Assistance Program. Facilitated Low Income snow removal within community.
• Equipment Operation: Skid Steer, Loader, Plow Driver, Sky track, Bobcat, Front-end Loader, Roller, Excavator, dump truck hauling, trucks and trailers day to day operation, dingo's and attachments, 0-turn mowers, tractors and attachments, hydro-mulching unit, tree grinders and lifts.
• Facilitated Subcontract work with: Little Guys Plumbing, Goliath Tree Service, Empire Today

Lead Landscape Division at The Bockelman Company (2019-01 – 2020-12)

Led field teams through a full operational turnaround in landscape and IPM divisions.

College Intern at MJ Design & Associates (2013-02 – 2013-06)

• Provided premium, detail-oriented plant and garden care for luxury residential properties, ensuring health, beauty, and long-term performance of ornamental landscapes, specialty plantings, and trees up to 30 feet.
• Performed advanced soil diagnostics, correction planning, and amendment applications to restore soil health, optimize plant performance, and support long-term landscape sustainability across residential, commercial, and municipal properties.

College Intern at Davey Tree (2013-06 – 2014-08)

• Interned in multiple positions: Commercial Business Development Specialist, Operations Management, Branch Management, Maintenance and Landscape Cost Estimation, Crew Leader, Enhancement Installation Operations, Commercial Maintenance Operations, and Irrigation Troubleshooting
• Detroit and Ann Arbor market analysis.
• Equipment Operations: Backhoe, Bobcat, Front-end Loader, 20' truck/ 20' trailer, tractor, mowers.

Project Lead at Vandehey Painting, Lawn, & Snow Removal (2010-05 – 2015-08)

• Paint/Finish Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Historical, LEAD Abatement, Heavy Highway.
• Crew Leader Mowing & Landscaping.
• Equipment Operation: Skid Steer, Loader, Plow Driver, Sky track, Bobcat, Front-end Loader, Roller, Excavator, dump truck hauling, F350 truck and 16' trailer day to day operation, dingo's, 0-turn mowers, tractors, and attachments.
• Minor welding & fabricating. Equipment repair and maintenance: small 2-cycle equipment, trucks, trailers, plows, pumps and sprayers, and heavy equipment.

Farm Hand at Lawchaw (Sanders) Farms

Dairy, Sheep, Qual, Pheasant, and Ag Farm daily chores, property and building maintenance.

• Milking, shearing, driving tractors, operating hand tools, chainsaws, loader, skid steer.
• Equipment Repairs and operation: tractors, implements, combines, bailers, feed grinding, chainsaws, conveying systems.

A.S. in Landscape & Turf Management – Owens Community College

A.A. in Business Administration – University of Findlay

Technical Certification in Turf Management & Small Engine Repair – Ohio Central Schools