Matthew Lippert
Growing Crew Leader at Millcreek Gardens- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Spanish Full professional proficiency
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Italian Elementary proficiency
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Bio
Credentials
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Commercial Pesticide Applicator
Ohio Department of AgricultureOct, 2019- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Millcreek Gardens
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United States
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Farming
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1 - 100 Employee
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Growing Crew Leader
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Nov 2020 - Present
My primary responsibilities include growing operations and labor distribution supplementary to the Propagation, Herbs, Shrubs/Annuals departments. Some of my primary responsibilities include: Generate, prioritize, and delegate task lists to plant maintenance crew(s) in my departments I am currently running trials with biostimulant products with the objective of reducing fertility rates and the necessity for chemical control of pest & disease issues Any necessary or beneficial plant maintenance; including cutbacks & pruning, feeding, watering, spacing, seeding, sticking cuttings, and more Scouting for pest & disease issues, diagnosis, and application of biological or chemical control(s) as necessary Updating inventory numbers, descriptions, and loss percentages in our inventory software system Participating in the rerouting or building of new irrigation lines & systems Light maintenance duties - including hanging and setting up heaters, HAFs, and vacuums; building/repairing benches, repairing broken heads; general use of hand & power tools, installation of shade cloths, etc. Show less
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McCullough's Landscape & Nursery
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United States
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Consumer Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Plant Health Care Specialist
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Apr 2020 - Nov 2020
Providing initial consultation and estimates to clientele regarding treatment options at their residences, client onboarding Scouting & diagnosis of pest, disease, and other physiological issues of perennials, shrubs, and trees in the landscape Make recommendations for replacement plantings & removals Make chemical applications to greenhouse/nursery stock and in client’s landscapes; including tree injections, root injections, foliar sprays, air spading, deep root fertilization, and brewing compost tea for soil drenches Winter care of overwintered tropicals in greenhouse Occasionally assist turf care specialist with fertilizations, aeration, etc. Make recommendations for planting protocol for maintenance/installation crews Show less
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Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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1 - 100 Employee
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Horticulture Technician
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Mar 2019 - Apr 2020
Provide transformational visitor experiences through world class horticulture, exhibitions, & facilities by installing and maintaining phenomenal annual color displays worthy of guests stopping to appreciate them or take photosPlant maintenance throughout Conservatory grounds and Franklin Park - especially the beds that were part of my zoneParticipate in large-scale exhibit installations and removals inside the conservatoryHelp coordinate and lead groups of volunteers that come to assist the horticulture teamFrequent interaction with conservatory guests offers opportunity to further community outreach and education Show less
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Educator
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May 2018 - Mar 2019
Lead lessons and demonstrations as part of our educational programmingParticipating in the creation of the initial set of educational programming - some of which continues to be used todayNurturing positive attitudes toward the natural world by increasing children's exposure to unstructured "green time", while providing a positive environment for informal, yet immersive learningOccasionally acting as manager on duty and delegating volunteers/other staff to areas where they're most neededTend the gardens that are delegated to Children's Garden staffThroughout the rest of the year, I worked as an on-call educator, occasionally coming in to help run educational programs and tours. Show less
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The Hills Market
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Columbus, Ohio Area
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Assistant Produce Manager
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Sep 2008 - May 2018
My direct responsibilities include buying, receiving, stocking, and processing product for sale. I also provide friendly assistance in other areas of the store as needed; including (but not limited to) cashiering, cooking, taking deliveries, and providing general customer service. My direct responsibilities include buying, receiving, stocking, and processing product for sale. I also provide friendly assistance in other areas of the store as needed; including (but not limited to) cashiering, cooking, taking deliveries, and providing general customer service.
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Education
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The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Natural Resources Management and Policy