Heidi M. Guist
Lafayette,CO
Summary
Motivated Urban Vertical Farmer possessing in-depth green thumb knowledge of vertical hydroponic farming procedures, and techniques. Organized and creative individual with over 12 years of experience overseeing and conducting all aspects of small urban farm operations such as executing grow and harvest schedules. Familiar with traditional and organic methods for propagating all types of plants. Dedicated to growing pure and nutrient-dense vegetables and fruits. Locally oriented sustainable business, with a small carbon footprint.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Urban Farming
Self
, Colorado
03.2010 - Current
- Laid down and spread loam and garden soil to prepare spaces for organic vegetable gardens, fruits, and fruit trees.
- Planted seeds and cultivated vegetables.
- Applied mulch to garden beds for protection against weeds and unwanted growth.
- Follows Organic practices.
- Attended continuing education seminars and workshops to adopt the latest techniques in gardening and horticulture.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents for small farm management.
- Knowledgeable about multiple gardening approaches such as: hydroponic, hugelkultur, raised bed gardening, vermiculture, and container gardening.
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
- Performed equipment and gardening tool maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Maximized water conservation, checking sprinkler spray angles, and testing digital
- Maximized water conservation, checking sprinkler spray angles and testing digital controller performance.
- Selected and purchased supplies and equipment such as seed, farm equipment and small livestock.
- Maintained animal health and welfare of rabbits, guinea pigs, and chickens.
- And other communications
Homeschooling Mom
Self
01.2007 - 01.2021
- Homeschooled 3 children while pursuing a college degree full time.
- Curriculum development
- Creative lesson planning,
- Multi-age classroom management
- Experiential learning
- Progress assessment
- Working knowledge of learning disabilities and learning styles
- Organization, persuasive writing, technical writing
Customer Service
Dominos Pizza
Farmington, New Mexico
09.2006 - 05.2007
- Delivered excellent customer service,
- Answered phone and placed orders
- Restocked merchandise
- Cleaned and sanitized workspace
Pet Grooming
Petco
Farmington, New Mexico
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Spoke to customers regarding grooming, and pricing and cross-sold additional items.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
- Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies, and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
- Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Swabbed ears to remove wax and dirt, removing extra hair to allow air to circulate freely and avoid infection.
- Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws.
- Handled administrative work such as answering telephones and scheduling appointments for visits.
Receptionist
Heritage Pet Grooming
Parker, CO
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Performed administrative work such as answering telephones and scheduling appointments for visits
- Answered phones, directed calls accordingly, and scheduled appointments
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression
- Spoke to customers regarding grooming, and pricing and cross-sold additional items
- Washed, dried and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards
- Knowledgeable of different dog breeds, hair needs, maintenance of these pets.
Store Manager
Wild Bird Center
Parker, CO
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures
- Answered phones, directed calls, customer service
- Restocked merchandise.
- Rotated stock to achieve optimum appeal and minimize shrinkage
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue
- Supervised guests at the front counter, answering questions regarding products
Graphic Designer
Webb Interactive Services
Denver, CO
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Static web page design
- Designed website layouts, templates, and unique branded looks
- Created designs and collaborated with the technical team to complete projects
- An American commercial broadcast television network selected my web template designs for use in their business.
Receptionist
Century 21 Marketplace
Round Lake Beach, Illinois
01.1996 - 01.1997
- Answered phones, directed calls, and answered over the phone requests for property information
- Greeted visitors and responded to in-person requests for information
- Dispersed incoming mail and messages to the correct real estate agents in the office
- Supported sales by handling outgoing correspondence including faxes and letters
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly
- Monitored and screened visitors to verify accessibility to inter-office personnel
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents
Education
Associates - General Studies
05.2019
GPA: 3.8/4.0
- Dean's List Summer 2018
1999
1996
High School Diploma -
05.1995
Skills
- Self starter and innovative problem solver
- Positive attitude, highly responsible and ethical
- Courteous and Professional
- Prioritization and Time Management skills
- Exceptional Customer Service
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Data Entry and Database Software
- Originality and Creativity
- Website Design & Company Logos
Permaculture, suburban backyard garden design, natural and organic vegetable and fruit gardening
I have a passion for growing things, and also a green thumb!
Timeline
Urban Farming - Self
03.2010 - Current
Homeschooling Mom - Self
01.2007 - 01.2021
Customer Service - Dominos Pizza
09.2006 - 05.2007
Pet Grooming - Petco
01.2005 - 01.2006
Receptionist - Heritage Pet Grooming
01.2003 - 01.2005
Store Manager - Wild Bird Center
01.2001 - 01.2003
Graphic Designer - Webb Interactive Services
01.1999 - 01.2001
Receptionist - Century 21 Marketplace
01.1996 - 01.1997
Colorado Christian University, Art Institute of Colorado - Associates, General Studies
Art Institute of Colorado - ,
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh - ,
Libertyville High School - High School Diploma,
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