Maya G. Sanghvi
Petaluma
Summary
Passionate Urban Farmer and Project Manager with expertise in sustainable farming, landscape design, and horticulture. Skilled in managing year-round vegetable and herb gardens, improving soil health, implementing organic pest control, and leading projects from concept to completion. Proven ability to cultivate plants, create vibrant outdoor spaces, and manage client relations, teams, and administrative tasks to ensure project success. Committed to sustainable practices and creating healthy, thriving environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Urban Farmer & Landscape Project Manager
Totem Landscape Services
04.2022 - Current
- Manage the selection, cultivation, and maintenance of seasonal vegetables, flowers, and herbs in a greenhouse, overseeing all phases from variety selection to seeding, transplanting, soil amendments, planting, and harvesting for year-round vegetable gardens.
- Implement organic and sustainable pest, fungal, and disease control practices to maintain thriving, healthy plants and soils.
- Perform administrative duties, including invoicing, scheduling, client communications, and maintaining company records, ensuring timely and efficient operations.
- Lead landscape design projects from inception to completion, preparing materials, conducting client meetings, creating design drafts, selecting plants, and coordinating with multiple crews to meet project deadlines.
- Develop and track weekly/monthly goals to ensure projects stay on schedule and meet quality expectations.
Farm & Nursery Technician
Morningsun Herb Farm
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed over 1,000 plant varieties across multiple greenhouses, performing tasks such as seeding, planting, transplanting, pruning, fertilizing, and pest control to ensure optimal plant health and growth.
- Assisted with year-round crop planning, planting, sowing, amending, maintaining, and harvesting for vegetable and flower fields.
- Designed and maintained display gardens, including plant selection, fertilization, pruning, and soil amendments, ensuring vibrant and healthy landscapes.
- Provided expert customer service at farmers' markets and the nursery, offering guidance on plant selection, growth, and best horticultural practices.
Lead Horticulturist
Segoe Gardens, Independent Living – Senior Residents
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Designed and managed pollinator habitats on the property, selecting and planting diverse perennials and annuals to support local ecosystems.
- Applied organic horticultural techniques to maintain healthy and vibrant garden landscapes.
- Propagated and grew a variety of ornamental, herb, and vegetable plants in the greenhouse.
- Developed and taught gardening curriculum for senior residents, focusing on plant propagation, floral arrangements, and potting plants.
Entomology Research and Lab Intern
Gratton Lab of Landscape Ecology of Insects
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Conducted research protocols across various natural environments, ranging from agriculture to urban areas.
- Captured and identified over six bumble bee species for comprehensive data collection and DNA analysis.
- Accurately identified and recorded native and invasive plant species.
- Entered data meticulously into a database to support future analysis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies & Life Sciences Communications
University of Wisconsin Madison
12.2020
Skills
- Project Management
- Project Planning and Development
- Communication
- Web Design & Social Media
- Sustainable Agriculture
- Soil & Plant Health
- Crop management
- Cultivation
Timeline
Lead Urban Farmer & Landscape Project Manager
Totem Landscape Services
04.2022 - Current
Farm & Nursery Technician
Morningsun Herb Farm
03.2021 - 06.2022
Lead Horticulturist
Segoe Gardens, Independent Living – Senior Residents
05.2020 - 12.2020
Entomology Research and Lab Intern
Gratton Lab of Landscape Ecology of Insects
05.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies & Life Sciences Communications
University of Wisconsin Madison
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