Thomas Nelson Email & Phone Number

Downingtown, PA, US

Glenmoore, Pennsylvania, United States

I am an Educator, Director, and Designer with over 25 years of knowledge in Landscaping, Construction, Horticultural Practices, and Business Management. My company helps Landscape Contractors and Small Trade Businesses with Design, Business Development, Marketing, Safety and Trade Education. Specialize in Owner Representation in regards to Landscape.

2549, Industry Lane, East Norriton PA 19403

Media, Pennsylvania, United States

East Norriton, PA

Project Designer on Commercial and Residential Projects around the Philadelphia Metro Area, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, D.C. Metro and New York Metro Area. Develop relationships with Builders, General Contractors and Owners/Real Estate Developers to help them with the design, budgeting, execution and alternative planning/design of their projects. Value.

Greater Philadelphia Area

I am a Project Designer and Business Development Consultant for Penn Outdoor Services. I also act as Safety Chairman and lead our Safety Committee. My role at Penn Outdoor Services is a solution based service provider helping my clients with Landscape Maintenance, Snow Management, and Design/Construction Projects needs. I provide budgeting/bidding quotes.

• Director of Operations for a Landscape Design/Build Firm
• Increased Sales Volume by 20% in the first and second year and 23% in the third year. Currently on track to exceed 20-25% this year.
• Set aggressive/challenging cross-functional goals that support the organizational goals and strategies
• Integrate the functional strategies utilizing business expertise to reach financial and operational objectives
• Develop plans for managing/retaining talent inside organization and for improving leadership strength
• Monitor company policies and develop new operational procedures of the firm to increase the efficiency

• DESIGNER/ESTIMATOR - NEW LIFE LANDSCAPES - BRYN MAWR, PA - 01/2011 to Present
• Estimate costs, prepare specifications and takeoffs and evaluate tenders for landscape construction projects
• Prepare or oversee preparation of site plans, reports, sketches, models, photographs, maps, land use studies and design plans
• Survey and assess designated sites and develop designs taking into consideration landscape features, buildings, climate, future usage and other aspects
• Extensive Landscape Design background on Mac and Microsoft Platforms which include Dynascape Design and Color, Google Sketch-Up, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and experience with AutoCAD, Blender.

• Manage all business operations from accounting, budgeting, marketing, and office operations
• Manage capital purchases, direct vendor relations, generate and maintain client tracking record.
• Maximize profitability through superior customer service, effective and prompt communication and follow-up on all pending matters with the customer
• Expertise in graphic design, general contracting, multi-project management, project directives, website development, and operations of the company Selected Contributions: Won “Baltimore’s Best Landscaper”-Baltimore.

• Assistant Agency Training Director
• Worked with the Agency Sales Directors (Managers) to help recruit, train, and supervise 100+ financial service representatives.
• Trained new recruits on company operations, procedures and compliance, product knowledge, and client servicing
• Planned, coordinated and developed presentations for related on-site and off-site meetings and training classes
• Assisted in fostering an environment in which our representatives enjoy high levels of training and education and are motivated to deliver top performance.Selected Contributions:
• Member of a Selection Committee for New RecruitsFinancial Advisor

Bachelor'S Degree, Business Administration And Management, General

Associate Of Science - As, Environmental Science

Environmental Science

Business Administration And Management, General/ Environmental Science