Fabio A. Leal
Hamilton
Summary
Motivated and bilingual community advocate with a strong background in sustainable gardening, landscape design, and environmental stewardship. Proven experience in leading workshops, maintaining urban agricultural spaces, and supporting community-driven initiatives. Adept at working with tools, coordinating events, and fostering positive relationships in diverse communities. Passionate about building greener, more resilient neighborhoods through hands-on service and education.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trenton Community Corps Coordinator
Isles, Inc.
11.2024 - Current
- Lead coordinator for Trenton Community Corps’ community agriculture efforts.
- Designed and maintained multiple community garden sites across Trenton, promoting sustainable food systems.
- Facilitated over 20 workshops including gardening tutorials, cooking demonstrations, and composting sessions.
- Operated Isles' fleet including passenger vans and trailer attachments; trained in trailer towing and van safety.
- Maintained active compost and worm bins and managed beehive boxes including seasonal honey extraction.
- Organized large-scale neighborhood cleanups and urban beautification projects.
Commercial Plant Maintenance & Landscaping Assistant
Callahan Gardens
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Maintained high-end commercial and residential plants, including pest control, fertilization, and watering.
- Installed landscape features such as flower beds, shrubs, and small trees at local restaurants and homes.
- Designed visually appealing planter and garden layouts for pop-up installations.
- Served as cashier and sales associate at plant retail pop-ups, advising customers on plant care and selection.
Trenton Climate Corps Service Member (AmeriCorps)
Isles, Inc.
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Participated in AmeriCorps’ climate resilience program focused on community greening and food justice.
- Conducted regular garden maintenance across more than 10 urban sites, including soil prep and harvesting.
- Engaged residents in environmental education through hands-on workshops and community events.
- Supported composting systems and seasonal pollinator support projects (beehives and wildflower planting).
Education
History Major
Georgian Court University
Lakewood, NJ05.2020
Skills
- Urban Agriculture & Sustainable Gardening
- Landscape Design & Installation
- Strong Leadership and Team Coordination
- Event Planning and Workshop Facilitation
- Reliable, Level Headed, and Organized
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
Certification
- OSHA 10-Hour Safety Training – Workplace Health & Safety
- Lead Safe Certified Renovator – EPA Lead Renovation, Repair & Painting (RRP)
- CPR Certified – Basic Life Support
- Coaching the Van Driver 4 – Certified for passenger van safety
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Trenton Community Corps Coordinator
Isles, Inc.
11.2024 - Current
Commercial Plant Maintenance & Landscaping Assistant
Callahan Gardens
04.2024 - 10.2024
Trenton Climate Corps Service Member (AmeriCorps)
Isles, Inc.
03.2023 - 03.2024
History Major
Georgian Court University