Experience
15 yrs Golf Course Superintendent
29 yrs Turf and Ornamental Sales Rep
Professional Affiliations
Michigan Golf Course Superintendents Association
Michigan Turfgrass Foundation
Michigan Cemetery Association
What makes you passionate about what you do?
"I love sitting down with a customer and designing programs and solving turf problems."
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
"A support staff like no other."
Describe [a] customer problem(s) you are proud of solving:
"Walking on to a golf course green or fairway with an obvious problem and being able to figure out the problem and make recommendations."
What's your best turf tip?
"Just because it's brown and doesn't look right, it's not always a disease problem!"
Experience
I worked for the same course for 27 years. For the last 21 years, I was an assistant superintendent doing all of the spraying and fertilizer apps.
Professional Affiliations
Michiana Golf Course Superintendent Association 2005-current
GCSAA 2010-current
What makes you passionate about what you do?
I love the golf industry as a whole from being a worker then working my way up to being an assistant.
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
Customer service is second to none and the vast knowledge that the company as a whole has to offer its customers.
Experience
"Golf course superintendent. Manager of the major lawn care company, The Scotts Co. Technical Representative for Simplot Partners. Sales representative and warehouse manager at Advanced Turf Solutions."
Professional Affiliations
Board Member - Ohio Lawn Care Association
Education
Bachelor of Science, Agriculture (Turf Specialty), The Ohio State University
What makes you passionate about what you do?
"I always wanted to be a part of a company that has an overall higher integrity than anyone else in our industry and I believe ATS does."
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
"ATS has the best people in all facets of our business."
Describe [a] customer problem(s) you are proud of solving:
"Developing a 'turf' program that makes a customer shine."
What's your best turf tip?
"Be a good listener and be open to change."
Experience
"Owned and operated a lawn care and landscape business for 10 years and still currently hold a 3B license."
Professional Affiliations
Indiana Professional Lawn and Landscape Association
Midwest Regional Turf Foundation
What makes you passionate about what you do?
"I really enjoy the fact that every lawn is different and that there are always different problems to solve. The challenge of diagnosing an issue with a lawn really sparks my interest."
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
"Our delivery fleet of trucks really sets us apart because we can get the product where it needs to be and do it in a timely fashion. Also, our ability to go out and help our customers on site really sets us apart."
Describe [a] customer problem(s) you are proud of solving:
"A home owner had been watering his lawn at night and as a result, grew a fungus. I found them the right product to fix the issue, and I got them on a more balanced and appropriate watering schedule."
What's your best turf tip?
"Do not water your lawn at night, its only detrimental to your lawn. Water early in the morning before the day gets hot. Make sure your mower blades are very sharp and be sure to aerate every fall."
Experience
"I have over 20 years of industry experience in full-service maintenance, design/build, and turfgrass management."
Professional Affiliations
Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Apartment Association: Associate Council Member
Education
Bachelor of Science in Horticulture, University of Cincinnati
What makes you passionate about what you do?
"I have always been passionate about helping others provide the best result for their landscape. I have always taken great pride in a job well done."
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
"ATS strives to develop new technologies to give our customers a competitive advantage. One of the ways we do this is by looking at what is going on in the soil profile, not just foliar development. Our Armament Technology is best in class and provides excellent results for our customers."
Describe [a] customer problem(s) you are proud of solving:
"I believe in being a true partner to my customers. I have helped diagnose insect and disease issues in turf and ornamental for several customers. I am proud to be a resource for my customers, so they can be confident in me and ATS. We will do our best to provide solutions to any issue they experience, be it nutrition, disease, insect, or equipment."
What's your best turf tip?
"Turf that is adequately fed and watered, mowed at the correct height, and free from compaction will yield the best result."
Experience
"I spent 3 years as an Assistance Superintendent, 10 years as Superintendent and 7 years as a General Manager. I also have 8 years experience in sales."
Professional Affiliations
NWOGCSA - Exec. Dir. - lost track of years served
OTF - 13 years board member, Past Treasurer., V.P., President
OSTMA - Member
Education
"I have an BBA in Accounting from Texas Tech University and a 2-year Turfgrass Certificate from Michigan State University."
What makes you passionate about what you do?
"Helping people solve problems and provide solutions!"
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
"Great customer service and communication throughout the entire company."
Describe [a] customer problem(s) you are proud of solving:
"Helping customers through some lean years by providing affordable maintenance programs that didn't sacrifice quality."
What's your best turf tip?
"Spray for weeds in the fall for best results."
Experience
"Sixteen years in lawn service and 12 years in turf and ornamental product sales and distribution."
Professional Affiliations
Ohio Lawn Care Association
Ohio Nursery & Landscape Association
Education
Bachelor of Science, Agriculture, The Ohio State University
What makes you passionate about what you do?
"Discovering the challenges our customers face and developing the best way to address these issues."
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
"The ability to service every size of customer with personal attention and logistical tools that exceeds any of our competitors."
Describe [a] customer problem(s) you are proud of solving:
"Anytime I have been able to suggest a product that fits a customer's program, solves a problem, and saves or creates revenue for them has always made me feel proud."
What's your best turf tip?
"1) Mow frequently enough to not remove more than 1/3 of the total height of the grass blade. 2) Buy all of your turf care products from ATS."
Experience
" I have10 years experience as a Golf Course Superintendent and 21 years as an Agronomic Sales Representative."
Professional Affiliations
Mississippi Valley GCSA - Former Board of Directors
Education
A.S. Golf Course Management
What makes you passionate about what you do?
"I totally love the golf business and all the people associated with the turf industry."
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
"ATS offers a complete line of products and expertise for all areas of turf and ballfield maintenance."
Describe [a] customer problem(s) you are proud of solving:
"Constantly working with superintendents, resolving both personal and professional challenges."
What's your best turf tip?
"Keep it simple."
Experience
"I have worked in the turf industry, in a variety of capacities."
Professional Affiliations
Former Board Member - IPLLA
Former Board Member - MRTF
Education
BS Finance, Ball State University, 1984
What makes you passionate about what you do?
"Helping customers find different ways to grow their business."
What does ATS offer that your competitors don't?
"We provide exceptional customer service from knowledgeable employees."
Describe [a] customer problem(s) you are proud of solving:
"I’ve always enjoyed helping customers find different ways to grow their business."
