Brian Harrison Connelly
125 Granite Street, Batesburg-Leesville,SC
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record as owner, arborist, and foreman at Primary Landscaping LLC, excelling in strategic planning, customer relations, and project management. Demonstrated expertise in client engagement and contract negotiation, leading to significant business growth. Recognized for meticulous attention to detail and effective communication, driving operational excellence and enhancing customer experiences.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Arborist/Foreman
Primary Landscaping LLC
Leesville, SC
01.2021 - Current
- Owner, arborist, and foreman of a full-service landscaping and tree removal enterprise, directing end-to-end operational management, strategic planning, and client engagement.
- Execute advanced arboricultural assessments, risk mitigation, and landscape solutions while leading field teams to ensure operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and service excellence.
- Oversee asset management, project execution, and business development across a diverse residential, commercial, and [federal] government client base.
Pharmacy Technician (RPhT)
Medicine Mart Pharmacy
West Columbia, South Carolina
01.2015 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with pharmacists in the preparation and dispensing of prescriptions ensuring total inventory control.
- Oversaw daily inventory restocking, labeling, creating and submitting of POs adhering to all DHEC, HIPAA, and DEA regulations.
- Spearheaded complete renovation of pharmacy front-end from floor to ceiling all the way to the landscaping on the property boundaries thus creating a modern and more visually appealing aesthetic customer experience culminating in a sustainable positive net margin growth for the business.
- Duties required meticulous attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a methodical approach that ensured fast-paced efficiency while prioritizing patient safety and privacy above all else
Intern
United States Probation and Pretrial Services
Charleston, SC
11.2011 - 05.2012
- Directed initiatives within the Fourth Circuit of the U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services System conducting pretrial investigations, overseeing post-conviction supervision, and preparing detailed offender progress reports.
- Leveraged evidence-driven practices to reduce recidivism and promote long-term rehabilitation of feloniously convicted malefactors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
The Citadel
Charleston, SC 05-2012
High School Diploma -
Chapin
Chapin, SC05-2004
Associate of Science - Civil Engineering
The Citadel
Charleston, SC Doctorate of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) - Pharmacy
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SCSkills
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Sales strategy development
- Project management
- Client engagement
- Team leadership
- Contract negotiation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional
Accomplishments
- Winner of Best of South Carolina Awards in Landscaping Services Category 2024. Winner of Honorable Mention for Best of South Carolina Awards in Landscaping Services Category 2025
- Ironman Triathlon (140.6 miles) Finisher- 2011 Panama City, Florida. 12 hrs 55 minutes.
- Appalachian Trail Thru-hiker - Succesfully completed a solo thru-hike of the entire 2,187 mile Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine from March 4, 2009 - August 9, 2009.
- Eagle Scout, Lettered in Varsity Football (Defensive Captain of the Team 2003), Basketball, Track, and Band (First Chair Trumpet).
Timeline
Owner/Arborist/Foreman
Primary Landscaping LLC
01.2021 - Current
Pharmacy Technician (RPhT)
Medicine Mart Pharmacy
01.2015 - 01.2025
Intern
United States Probation and Pretrial Services
11.2011 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
The Citadel
High School Diploma -
Chapin
Associate of Science - Civil Engineering
The Citadel
Doctorate of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) - Pharmacy
University of South Carolina
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