Experience
"Twenty years in the Green Industry with experience in sales, distribution, and lawn care operation."
What makes you passionate about what you do?
"I appreciate when my customers contact me when in need of advice or my opinion. I truly enjoy helping people and feel fortunate to work for a company that shares this passion."
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
"One of our core values at ATS is our commitment to customer service. Our entire organization shares this unwavering focus."
Describe [a] customer problem(s) you are proud of solving:
"Something that makes me proud is when I feel like I have become a partner in my customer's business."
What's your best turf tip?
"I think recognizing the potential of each individual stand of turf is the key to your success."
Experience
"I was a golf course superintendent for two years and have been in the turf distribution business since 1977."
Professional Affiliations
GCSA
RISE
United Turf Alliance
Education
BS Business Administration, Franklin College
What makes you passionate about what you do?
"By spraying at low rates preventatively, you won't spend any more money than spraying curatively, and you will not incur the damage you were trying to avoid."
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
"Showing customers how to develop agronomic programs that are comprehensive, but simple to implement."
Describe [a] customer problem(s) you are proud of solving:
"A comprehensive, high level of service in both technical support and logistics."
What's your best turf tip?
"Helping my customers be successful in the turf industry."
Experience
"I have worked at PBI-Gordon for 4 years and spent 4 years as a Superintendent at Prairie Highlands Golf Course in Olathe, Kansas."
Professional Affiliations
GCSAA Member
Education
"I have an Associates Degree in Applied Science in horticulture."
What makes you passionate about what you do?
"I am passionate about helping people maintain the best looking green spaces in the industry."
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
"No one can match the attention to detail and the quality of customer service that ATS provides."
Describe [a] customer problem(s) you are proud of solving:
"I once had a green that would show up with red stains in the grass in the morning that would brown up and look terrible. This kept happening over and over again. I set up a trail camera in a nearby stand of trees. After viewing the footage off the trail cam, I discovered that a homeowner had been "night putting" on the green and like to enjoy a bottle of wine while doing so. Apparently, the homeowner had been spilling large amounts of wine on the green causing these red stains. We kindly asked the homeowner to cease his "night putting" and the problem was solved."
What's your best turf tip?
"Soil tests don't lie!"
Experience
“I’ve worked for 3 years on a golf course as an Assistant Superintendent and spend 5 years in sales.”
Professional Affiliations
Tennessee Valley Sports Turf Managers Association
Tennessee Turfgrass Association
Education
Bachelor of Science, Turfgrass Management, Mississippi State University
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
“ATS offers quality products with superior service, knowledge, and dependability.”
What's your best turf tip?
“Calibrate your spreaders and sprayers.”
Experience
"I've spent my entire career in the green industry; 16 years at Scotts Miracle Gro and 8 years at Real Green Software with roles in human resources, information technology, sales, call center management, public relations, and marketing."
Professional Affiliations
"I am the chair of the membership committee for National Association of Landscape Professionals, a board member of Project Evergreen, and a member of National Speakers Association."
Education
I attended Indiana University Bloomington and the University of Indianapolis (secondary education).
What makes you passionate about what you do?
"My peers in the green industry want to help each other, they want to solve interesting problems and they want to make the world a more beautiful place. I strive to be like my peers."
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
"Anyone can sell green industry products. ATS offers the best problem-solving professionals in the business. ATS associates are passionate about helping our customers grow their business and take as much pride in the results of our products as our customers do."
Describe [a] customer problem(s) you are proud of solving:
"In 2020 at the height of Covid, I worked with my industry affiliates to ensure that lawn care was essential in all 50 states. This included leading an initiative to sue the governor of Michigan. We were successful."
What's your best turf tip?
"As good as our products are, nothing replaces mother nature's H2O. Take every opportunity to assess irrigation and plant health as it relates to this important horticultural practice and continually communicate feedback to our customers."
Experience
"I have 20 years of experience in all aspects of the lawn and landscape industry. Indiana State Forestry Department (1976-1978). Lawn and landscape maintenance and service industry (1979-1997). Turf and ornamental sales rep and consultant (1998-Present)."
Professional Affiliations
Sports Turf Managers Association
Indiana Sports Turf Managers Association
Past President (2007) of the Indiana Professional Lawn and Landscape Association
Education
Associate of Applied Science, Forestry and Conservation Law, Vincennes University
What makes you passionate about what you do?
“Working in a fascinating, ever-changing industry and helping my customer base in selecting the products that best fit their needs to be successful makes me passionate.”
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
“Education. We offer our customers great educational programs and a very educated and informative sales staff.”
Describe [a] customer problem(s) you are proud of solving:
“I truly enjoy traveling with my clients to their customer's homes or properties and diagnosing turf or ornamental problems on that property and discussing solutions with that home or property owner.”
What's your best turf tip?
“Turf density is your best combatant against broadleaf weeds and annual grasses.”
Experience
"I worked at a lawn and garden store providing customer service and product knowledge, for a lawn care operator, and have been in direct sales to golf, lawn care, and athletic fields since 1986."
Professional Affiliations
Michigan GCSA
Hoosier GCSA
Education
Bachelor of Science, Horticulture Business Management, Purdue University
Associates of Science, Horticulture, Ferris State University
What makes you passionate about what you do?
"The opportunity to help the friends I have made over the years in this industry be successful at their jobs."
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
"Service and product mix as well as ownership for sales reps."
Describe [a] customer problem(s) you are proud of solving:
"I help solve problems as they come up."
What's your best turf tip?
"Don't sweat the small stuff, keep it simple."
Experience
"Thirty-six years in the turfgrass industry; Crew Member, Assistant Superintendent, Golf Course Superintendent, Irrigation Project Manager, Irrigation Project Manager, Project Manager for a home builder."
Professional Affiliations
Past President - New Mexico GCSAA
Past President - Southwest Turfgrass Association
GCSAA
Education
Bachelor of Science, Turf Grass Management, Michigan State University
Certified Golf Course Superintendent
What makes you passionate about what you do?
"My true love of the outdoors and helping other turf professionals to work with our environment."
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
"A level of service unequaled in our area. We have a vast knowledge base in our company and a professional knowledge is unequaled in the industry. There is no question we can not solve or answer."
Describe [a] customer problem(s) you are proud of solving:
"Putting green management (specifically annual Bluegrass control) and the overall turfgrass health to maximize effect of any necessary plant health inputs."
What's your best turf tip?
"Record keeping and using photo's (a picture's worth 1000 words). Too many of us overlook this simple tool."
Experience
"I have 23 years of experience working on golf courses, from building to managing, as a crew member, Assistant Superintendent, and Golf Course Superintendent."
Professional Affiliations
GCSAA
MiGCSA
Education
Bachelor's Degree Turfgrass Science, Purdue University
What makes you passionate about what you do?
"I thoroughly enjoy sharing experiences and learning about experiences as it relates to golf course management."
Experience
"I have 6 years of golf course experience, with 3 as assistant superintendent. I also have 8 years of sales experience."
Professional Affiliations
Board Member (2009-2011) - KIGCSA
BGCSA
Board Member (2008-2011) - KTC
KYSTMA
Education
BS Golf Course Management, Western Kentucky University
What makes you passionate about what you do?
"The relationships I have built with my customers really makes me enjoy what I do, along with being able to help them solve everyday issues."
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
"ATS offers superior service, knowledge, and dependability."
Describe [a] customer problem(s) you are proud of solving:
"One problem I am proud of solving was diagnosing the difference between bill bug damage vs. grub damage."
What's your best turf tip?
"Green side up."
Experience
"My experience spans several areas of the green industry. I spent 10 years as an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent . I’ve also worked as a Turf Irrigation Specialist for Lifestyle Communities and an Area Manager for Brickman Facility Solutions.”
Professional Affiliations
Golf Course Superintendents Association of America
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management, Ohio University
Certificate of Distinction, Golf Course Management, The Ohio State University
What makes you passionate about what you do?
“I love a well-manicured piece of land!”
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
“My position as a demo rep! Also, the people and best product lines available!”
Describe [a] customer problem(s) you are proud of solving:
“Making their job more efficient, productive, and ultimately, EASIER!”
What's your best turf tip?
“Keep it simple!”
Experience
"I have over 20 years of experience in the green industry. I started my career working in golf and was an Assistant Superintendent before spending 13 years managing the largest athletic facility in the greater St. Louis area."
Professional Affiliations
STMA- I am currently the committee chair for the Certification committee and have given multiple presentations at the national STMA conference.
Gateway Chapter of STMA - I served as President of our local chapter for 9 years and was the Secretary for 1 year prior to that.
Missouri Green Industry Conference - Past President and Board member
Education
Bachelors of Science, Agronomy from Missouri State University
What makes you passionate about what you do?
"I have always loved sports and, like most people, my dreams of being a pro athlete faded out long ago. Being able to work with athletic field managers keeps me connected and in the game. I enjoy passing along the tricks of the trade that I learned along the way."
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
"It all starts with having the right people in place to be able to give the customer the best level of service. I know that ATS has the right people to help solve any issue a customer may be dealing with."
Describe [a] customer problem(s) you are proud of solving:
"Helping a baseball association improve their skinned infield. The field had multiple issues and was frequently rained out. Doing a soil test to determine the proper infield mix for them was crucial to help with the rainouts and playability of the field. The other part of the problem was just a lack of understanding of some of the methods used to help maintain a baseball infield. By recommending the right products based on testing for their site and spending the extra time training staff on those products, I know I was able to give that facility a long-term solution and correct their issue the first time."
What's your best turf tip?
"Walk your fields daily. You would be surprised at how much more you notice by walking than you do riding in a cart."
Experience
Grew up on family farm (cattle, goats, corn, wheat, soybeans, 10 yrs 4-H, 4 yrs FFA, worked in a Greenhouse for 3 years, Disease Diagnostics for 6yrs, IPM specialist 2 yrs, ATS for almost 10 years.
Education
The Ohio State University, Plant Health Management and Agribusiness, undergrad, Plant pathology, Masters Degree
What makes you passionate about what you do?
I have always had a love and respect for nature.
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
The Best customer service.
Describe [a] customer problem(s) you are proud of solving:
I enjoy helping diagnose or narrow down a disease issue in the landscape and helping ID plants and insects.
What's your best turf tip?
Healthy roots make a healthy plant.
