Casey Seals
Laramie,WY
Summary
Experienced Senior Manager of Experiments and Systems specializing in Controlled Environmental Agriculture (CEA) and greenhouse management. Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional teams, driving agricultural research and increasing crop production through innovative protocols. Proven track record of enhancing team capabilities, executing strategic plans, and achieving significant improvements in plant biology health and system efficiencies.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager of Experiments and Systems
Plenty Unlimited Inc.
Laramie, USA
10.2016 - 11.2024
- Oversaw intensive indoor crop production systems focusing on plant biology and health.
- Directed Research Scientists to create protocols supporting company goals.
- Managed core research on Leafy Green, Tomato, and Strawberry optimization.
- Facilitated development initiatives to enhance team capabilities.
- Coordinated with internal departments to ensure successful execution of projects according to timeline and budget constraints.
Greenhouse Operations Coordinator
University of Wyoming -Ag. Experiment Station
Laramie, USA
10.2008 - 10.2016
- Supervise regular operations in the greenhouse and keep accurate records.
- Oversaw maintenance of all research and instructional plant materials.
- Managed scheduling for team activities in greenhouse operations.
- Manage operating budget for greenhouse.
- Evaluated and improved existing operational systems and procedures.
Vice President/Operations Manager
Pizzazz! Floral and Garden Centre
Cheyenne, USA
12.2006 - 09.2008
- Developed and executed strategic plans to support the vision of the organization.
- Established performance standards for staff members in order to drive productivity levels up.
- Monitored and sustained plant health across greenhouse and retail environments.
- Directed everyday tasks to ensure smooth greenhouse operations.
Operations Manager
McIntyre’s Garden Center
Cheyenne, USA
08.2005 - 11.2006
- Augmented growth rates within plant and perennial greenhouses
- Certified as Proven Winner Plant Select salesperson
- Monitored and improved efficiency of plant growth processes, team performance, and customer service
- Directed the efforts of a 10-person staff.
Greenhouse Technician
University of Wyoming Agriculture Experiment Station
Laramie, USA
08.2004 - 07.2005
- Monitored and maintained plant health standards
- Investigated attributes and growth patterns for various bedding plant species
- Oversaw regular upkeep of greenhouse facilities
Education
Masters of Science - Agronomy, Horticulture
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY06-2016
Bachelor of Science - Agroecology, Horticulture
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY12-2005
Associates of Science - Automotive Technology
Laramie County Community College
Cheyenne, WY05-1999
Skills
- Data-driven decision-making
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Greenhouse Management
- Adaptability
- Production method expertise
- Agricultural research
- Sustainable Agriculture
- Crop Production
Accomplishments
- Certified Professional Horticulturist Board Member – American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS)
- Outstanding Staff Award, University of Wyoming College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences
- Greenhouse Pesticide Safety Trainer (EPA Worker Protection Standards)
- Membership Committee – Association of Education and Research Greenhouse Curators (AERGC)
- Membership Committee – American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS)
- Pi Alpha Xi – National Honorary Horticulture Society
- Gamma Sigma Delta – Honor Society of Agriculture
- Phi Theta Kappa Society – International Scholastic Order
- Advisor for the American Society for Horticultural Science’s Certified Horticulture Advisor Program (ASHS-CHA)
- American Red Cross Volunteer
- Deans Honor Roll – University of Wyoming
References
Available upon request
Certification
- Certified Professional Horticulturist (CPH) 2009 - Present
- State of Wyoming Certified Pesticide Applicator 2008 - Present
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) 2023 - 2024
- First Aid, CPR, AED Certified 2017 - Present
Timeline
Senior Manager of Experiments and Systems
Plenty Unlimited Inc.
10.2016 - 11.2024
Greenhouse Operations Coordinator
University of Wyoming -Ag. Experiment Station
10.2008 - 10.2016
Vice President/Operations Manager
Pizzazz! Floral and Garden Centre
12.2006 - 09.2008
Operations Manager
McIntyre’s Garden Center
08.2005 - 11.2006
Greenhouse Technician
University of Wyoming Agriculture Experiment Station
08.2004 - 07.2005
Masters of Science - Agronomy, Horticulture
University of Wyoming
Bachelor of Science - Agroecology, Horticulture
University of Wyoming
Associates of Science - Automotive Technology
Laramie County Community College
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