Aubrey French
North Little Rock,AR
Summary
Dedicated and motivated gardener with a diverse skillset and liberal arts education seeking opportunities for personal professional growth. Possesses strong communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills applicable across a range of settings. Well-versed in organic gardening practices and ecology.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Native Plant Gardener
Go Native Landscaping for Birds and Butterflies
Humble, TX
05.2024 - Current
- Installed and maintained native plantings in landscaping projects designed for birds and pollinators, such as pocket prairies, butterfly gardens, and rain gardens.
- Watered and cared for an inventory of potted, native transplants, as well as mother plant beds. Transported plant orders from local nurseries.
- Controlled invasive plant species by hand and with successive planting strategies.
- Assisted in the creation of customer-specific plant lists and landscape planning. Educated customers on plant, bird, and insect identification.
Assistant Cultivator I
Harvest Medical Cannabis Dispensary
Conway, AR
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisted in management of an indoor raised-bed system of 8 cannabis cultivars and 20+ cover crops in a Clean Green Certified organic facility. Cloned, pruned, and trained 150+ plants through harvest.
- Maintained successful vegetative and flowering nutrient schedules by hand with supplemental Korean Natural Farming inputs and organic nutrients.
- Implemented Integrated Pest Management methods to reduce pest and microbial pressures while supporting beneficials. Achieved through organic sprays, intercropping, and augmentation.
- Demonstrated a deep personal commitment and dedication in a locally owned, quality-focused setting during the operation's first profitable year since establishment.
Assistant Cultivator II
Harvest Medical Cannabis Dispensary
Conway, AR
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Monitored growing conditions, including nutrient mixtures, light cycles, and humidity. Recorded and organized data.
- Implemented effective sanitation practices to maintain hygiene in an organic system: hand-washing reservoirs, humidifiers, air-pots, and other equipment.
- Demonstrated adaptability to evolving industry regulations. Maintained accurate inventory records for the Arkansas State Cannabis Traceability System.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology, Cultural Focus
Hendrix College
Conway, AR05.2023
Skills
- Sustainable Farming Practices
- Native Plant Identification
- Microsoft Suite
- Basic GIS Software Skills
- Conversational Spanish
- Team Management
Accomplishments
Murphy Program Scholar in Literature and Language • January 2020 - May 2023
• Admitted to a competitive merit-based program for intensive literature and language studies.
Attended academically rigorous study groups, public readings, and author visits. Highlights include participating in the 2023 AWP Convention and completing an Oxford-style tutorial in publication.
Student Senate Vice President • February 2021 - February 2022
• Elected to chair the student hiring committee and facilitated the appointment of 28 student leadership positions. Convened regularly with student constituency and college administration. Chaired regular meetings in the President's absence.
Timeline
Native Plant Gardener
Go Native Landscaping for Birds and Butterflies
05.2024 - Current
Assistant Cultivator I
Harvest Medical Cannabis Dispensary
10.2023 - 02.2024
Assistant Cultivator II
Harvest Medical Cannabis Dispensary
06.2023 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology, Cultural Focus
Hendrix College
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