“As a manager, Philip is the type of person that you can come across with good luck but cannot search for intentionally. It's an unusual combination of strong business acumen and good emotional intelligence--Philip has both. He is very hardworking, well rounded, smart, sharp while patient, and passionate about his work. He is also very caring about his whole team, from both humanity aspect and culture background. He well understands the importance of growing people as a leader of the team. I enjoy working with Philip and believe he is an asset for any organization. Through my 11 years job career [2007-present], I'm proud to say that Philip is the most impressive boss so far. ”
About
I can wear many hats, whether in grounds management, landscape design and construction…
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So nice to be with the Plaisted Companies this afternoon, keynoting their Annual Companywide Kickoff Meeting at their headquarters in Elk River, MN!…
So nice to be with the Plaisted Companies this afternoon, keynoting their Annual Companywide Kickoff Meeting at their headquarters in Elk River, MN!…
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True understanding requires not just hearing the words but also empathetically grasping the underlying meaning, emotions, and perspectives of the…
True understanding requires not just hearing the words but also empathetically grasping the underlying meaning, emotions, and perspectives of the…
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We'd like to introduce a new member of #TeamSMG, Elizabeth B. Franks, CAE! Elizabeth has joined SMG as an Account Executive and will serve as…
We'd like to introduce a new member of #TeamSMG, Elizabeth B. Franks, CAE! Elizabeth has joined SMG as an Account Executive and will serve as…
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Licenses & Certifications
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MO Certified Pesticide Applicator: category 3 Ornamental and Turf Pest Control
State of Missouri
Issued ExpiresCredential ID P7659
Volunteer Experience
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Volunteer
Houston Botanic Garden
- 3 years 11 months
Arts and Culture
As an Ambassador, I set up displays at community events, welcomed and assisted visitors to the garden, and led volunteer orientations (both in person and virtually). As a Horticulture Volunteer, I assisted garden staff with hands-on gardening and maintenance tasks.
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Regional Director, Director at Large
Professional Grounds Management Society
- 4 years 1 month
Education
The Professional Grounds Management Society® (PGMS®) is a prominent association with over 1,000 members in the United States, Canada, and overseas. It primarily caters to institutional grounds managers in diverse settings, offering membership to a wide range of professionals, including landscape contractors, educators, and suppliers. As the oldest organization for grounds professionals, PGMS® focuses on promoting education and professional development within the industry.
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