Brandon Rushing
Clifton,VA
Summary
A lifelong passion for nature, business, and entrepreneurship led to entering the lawn & garden care industry in 1995 during high school. Since then, the business has consistently grown utilizing cutting-edge technology and implementing innovative horticultural processes. Currently serving as the founder and CEO, leading the company's mission and vision with a primary focus on sales growth and operational excellence. Preparing for the next chapter, by exploring opportunities as a consultant/partner with a private equity group or strategic buyer. In pursuit of an MBA with a specific emphasis on M&A work.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder & CEO
Brandon Rushing Lawn & Garden Care
01.1995 - Current
- Company Overview: www.brandonrushing.com
- Established a recurring revenue business model for residential lawn & garden service that produces $7.3M in revenue per year.
- Produced a positive net profit and revenue growth annually over a 29-year period.
- Implemented a companywide transition to battery electric for 288 tools, scheduled to be completed by the end of 2027.
- Transitioned the sales team to a virtual sales process from in-person, using satellite imagery, video and measuring platform software to present virtual quotes more quickly and more accurately, for improved client experience.
- Developed a monthly leadership training and development program to prepare and promote current team members to higher positions within the organization.
Varsity Wrestling Coach
Fairfax County Public Schools
11.2002 - 03.2007
- Mount Vernon High School Alexandria, VA Assistant Varsity Wrestling Coach 2002-2004
- Selected as National District Assistant Coach of the year 2003
- John R. Lewis High School (formerly Robert E. Lee High School) Springfield, VA Head Wrestling Coach 2004-2007
- Selected as Liberty District Head Coach of the year 2007
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management-School of Business
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA05-2000
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Strategic Thinking
- Process improvement
- Entrepreneurial and Innovative
Hobbies and Interests
- Golf
- Tennis
- Hiking
- Gardening
- Traveling to 8 countries & 3 Territories
Awards & Certifications
- Virginia AAA High School VHSL State Champion 1994.
- Two-time Washington Post All-Metropolitan First Team selection for the 1993-1995 seasons.
- Fairfax County, VA Chamber of Commerce, High School Entrepreneur of the year award for 1995.
- Landscape Industry Certified-Manager, by the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP)
- Formed and currently manage a landscape peer group since 2004 with four member companies for strategic business analysis, best practices and consulting with $33M in combined revenue.
- Volunteer Fast pitch Softball Coach 2015-2017.
- Volunteer Youth Wrestling Coach and Founding member of youth wrestling organization, Gunston Junior Wrestling Club, Springfield, VA. 2019-2020.
- American Green Zone Alliance (AGZA) Service Pro Certificate Course Level 1 certified in transition to battery powered equipment 2024.
- University of Virginia hosted my first NCAA recruiting visit for wrestling in Charlottesville, VA.
Timeline
Varsity Wrestling Coach
Fairfax County Public Schools
11.2002 - 03.2007
Founder & CEO
Brandon Rushing Lawn & Garden Care
01.1995 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Management-School of Business
George Mason University
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