Marie McKenna
Cornwall,PE
Summary
Hardworking Supervisor offering 45+year history of leading landscaping and groundskeeper teams to provide superior results. Skilled in communicating with clients to determine job needs. Versed in landscaping design, equipment safety and task delegation.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Maintenance Forewoman
Spruce Grove Landscaping Services
05.2013 - Current
- Improved team productivity by providing clear instructions and prioritizing tasks for crew members.
- Maintained optimal plant health with regular fertilization, pest control, and proper planting techniques.
- Increased client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and offering customized landscaping solutions.
- Streamlined project completion timelines through effective communication with clients, vendors, and team members.
- Spearheaded the implementation of sustainable landscaping practices to reduce environmental impact.
Owner / Operator
Spruce Grove Landscaping Services
01.1987 - 05.2013
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
- Developed and implemented successful marketing strategies, resulting in increased brand awareness and customer base.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring consistent delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.
- Implemented effective financial management practices, improving cash flow and profitability.
- Overseeing inventory management, reducing waste and maintaining adequate stock levels to meet demand.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms for the business.
- Oversaw the hiring process, selecting highly skilled candidates who contributed significantly to company success.
Education
Certification - Plant Science/ Ornamental Horticulture
Nova Scotia Agriculture College
Truro, NS05.1977
Skills
- Landscape design
- Proposal Writing
- Horticultural Knowledge
- Plant identification
- Grounds Maintenance
- Project Management
Volunteer work
-Landscape NB/PEI board member (nonprofit)
2023-Current
-Landscape NB/PEI Educational Committee (nonprofit)
2023-Current
Timeline
Landscape Maintenance Forewoman
Spruce Grove Landscaping Services
05.2013 - Current
Owner / Operator
Spruce Grove Landscaping Services
01.1987 - 05.2013
Certification - Plant Science/ Ornamental Horticulture
Nova Scotia Agriculture College
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