Ashley Wigton
Harrietta
Summary
Natural Resources Management graduate with a strong background in horticultural production. Skilled in collecting, interpreting, and implementing data in diverse roles. Familiarity with Python scripting through ArcGIS Pro. Committed to environmental preservation, reflecting a deep-rooted passion for protecting our natural world.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Front Desk Receptionist
Caberfae Peaks
11.2024 - Current
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
- Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
- Delivered outstanding first impressions by warmly greeting visitors upon arrival at the front desk.
- Managed high-volume phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel for prompt resolution.
- Completed data entry and filing to keep records updated for easy retrieval.
Grower
Andy Mast Greenhouses
05.2024 - 11.2024
- Enhanced crop yield by utilizing technical growing practices and maintaining optimal environmental conditions.
- Developed effective pruning strategies, leading to healthier plants with increased floral yields and healthier plants.
- Coordinated effectively with sales representatives to forecast crop availability accurately and meet customer demands consistently.
- Educated employees and members of public on plant biology and health.
- Utilized integrated pest management strategies that minimized pesticide use while ensuring optimal crop protection from pests and diseases.
Cultivation Manager
Green Craft
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Maintained detailed records of all cultivation activities, allowing for data-driven decision making in future crop cycles.
- Optimized grow room layouts to maximize space utilization while maintaining ideal growing conditions for each plant variety.
- Enhanced plant health through meticulous monitoring of nutrient levels and adjusting feeding schedules accordingly.
- Participated in industry conferences and networking events to stay current with new trends and technologies while representing the company as an expert in cultivation management.
Research and Development Supervisor
Fluresh
04.2022 - 02.2023
- Improved overall R&D operations by standardizing reporting methods and data management systems.
- Supported internal departments by providing necessary materials promptly for research and development projects or marketing initiatives.
- Conducted comprehensive market research to identify potential areas for new product development and growth opportunities.
- Achieved timely completion of research projects by effectively managing time and resources, ensuring deadlines were met consistently.
Propagation Lead
Fluresh
05.2021 - 04.2022
- Streamlined transplanting processes by developing a systematic approach to moving plants from propagation trays into larger containers.
- Achieved successful plant propagation through careful selection of cuttings and seeds.
- Supported greenhouse operations by ensuring proper environmental conditions, sanitation practices, and propagation efforts.
- Assisted in developing propagation schedules based on seasonal demands and available resources.
Cultivation Technician
Fluresh
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Maximized resource efficiency by carefully managing water usage, lighting schedules, and temperature controls within the grow facility.
- Implemented integrated pest management strategies to minimize pesticide use while effectively controlling insect populations.
- Participated in ongoing training to expand knowledge base on cannabis strains, genetics, breeding programs, and overall product quality standards.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records of cultivation activities and adhering to state guidelines.
- Assisted in inventory management tasks to ensure accurate tracking of plants from seedling stage to final product packaging.
Natural Resources Intern
Ottawa County Parks
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Performed invasive plant surveys, including data collection and analysis
- Collected and recorded data on Hemlock Wooly Adelgid and created a management plan for the treatment of Riley Trails Park
- Conducted surveys of plant communities across diverse ecosystems that lead to better methodological approaches.
- Helped maintain ecological integrity along protected shorelines by monitoring shoreline erosion activities.
- Enhanced wildlife habitat through effective land management practices such as controlled burns and reforestation efforts.
- Managed and maintained field equipment for the efficient collection of data on remote sites.
Field Researcher
Arctic Ecology Program
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Contributed to the development of research projects for improved scientific understanding and practical applications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to generate innovative solutions for complex problems.
- Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
- Supported faculty researchers, assisting with experiment design and implementation.
- Ensured compliance with ethical guidelines when working with human subjects or sensitive data sources throughout all stages of a given study.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resource Management (Biology Minor)
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI01.2021
Skills
- Analytical Problem-Solving
- Customer Engagement
- Detail-Oriented Approach
- Task Prioritization Skills
- Remote sensing
- Geographic mapping data collection
- Python programming
- GPS data collection
- Data management
- Cultivation management
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with a partner in the development of a management plan for the treatment of the invasive Hemlock Woody Adelgid, for Riley trails Park in Ottawa County, Michigan.
- Achieved a farm field restoration to its native forest type through effectively helping with seed collection, planning, planting, and continued management.
- Documented and resolved mismanagement of irrigation strategies, which led to increased plant health and yields.
Timeline
Front Desk Receptionist
Caberfae Peaks
11.2024 - Current
Grower
Andy Mast Greenhouses
05.2024 - 11.2024
Cultivation Manager
Green Craft
05.2023 - 02.2024
Research and Development Supervisor
Fluresh
04.2022 - 02.2023
Propagation Lead
Fluresh
05.2021 - 04.2022
Cultivation Technician
Fluresh
04.2021 - 06.2021
Natural Resources Intern
Ottawa County Parks
01.2021 - 04.2021
Field Researcher
Arctic Ecology Program
01.2020 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resource Management (Biology Minor)
Grand Valley State University
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