Godha Devi Chitiyala
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Dedicated Landscape Architecture and Horticulture professional with a strong foundation in sustainable landscape design, ecological restoration, and plant science. Passionate about integrating native species, GIS mapping, and innovative green infrastructure solutions to create functional and sustainable outdoor spaces.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Agricultural administrative assistant
The Ohio State University
Cleveland, OH
06.2025 - Current
- - Agriculture Administrative Assistant with experience supporting agricultural and community-based programs through administrative coordination, logistics management, and stakeholder communication. Responsible for coordinating soil testing and material deliveries, maintaining accurate records, compiling program reports, and supporting compliance, budgeting, and organizational systems to ensure efficient and accountable program delivery.
Graduate Assistant – Dept. of Landscape Architecture
Kent State University
Cleveland, OH
08.2023 - Current
- - Supported faculty in accreditation processes, data organization, and compliance with academic standards.
- - Assisted in research and data management related to landscape architecture projects.
- - Provided technical support and mentoring for students in landscape design courses.
Horticulture Intern
Lakeview Cemetery
Cleveland, OH
05.2024 - 08.2024
- - Gained hands-on experience in planting design and ecological stewardship.
- - Worked with native flora and pollinator gardens to enhance biodiversity.
- - Assisted in the integration of landscape, art, and memory to create a serene environment.
Assistant Manager – Horticultural Operations
VRK Greens (JLL - Amazon Campus Project)
India
01.2023 - 08.2023
- - Managed administrative tasks, annual budgeting, and campus development initiatives.
- - Collaborated with civil & electrical engineers and landscape architects for large-scale projects.
- - Led horticultural initiatives for government and commercial landscape projects.
Executive Horticulturist
Urban Flora Pvt. Ltd. | Greenwey Creations Pvt. Ltd.
India
03.2021 - 12.2022
- - Designed and managed indoor and outdoor plant installations for commercial and residential spaces.
- - Developed sustainable landscape solutions using climate-appropriate plants and irrigation systems.
Agricultural Field Officer
Krishi Rasyan Exports Pvt. Ltd.
India
07.2019 - 01.2021
- - Conducted field trials on various agrochemicals under the supervision of Senior Scientists.
- - Collected and analyzed data to evaluate the effectiveness and potential applications of agrochemicals.
Education
Master’s Candidate - Landscape Architecture
Kent State University
05-2026
Post Graduate Diploma - Organic Agriculture
Tamil Nadu Agricultural University
07-2022
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Dr. Punjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth
06-2019
Skills
- - AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Rhino
- - ArcGIS Pro
- - Plant Identification and Ecological Restoration
- - Sustainable Landscape Design and Horticulture Management
Accomplishments
The CELA has accepted my submitted research abstract about Ecologies of Memory: Land Art as Ecological Healing for Post-Industrial Grounds for annual CELA 2026 conference.
LANGUAGES
- English
- Indian Languages
Interests
- Plantscaping enthusiast
- Graphic Design
- Hiking
Timeline
Agricultural administrative assistant
The Ohio State University
06.2025 - Current
Horticulture Intern
Lakeview Cemetery
05.2024 - 08.2024
Graduate Assistant – Dept. of Landscape Architecture
Kent State University
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager – Horticultural Operations
VRK Greens (JLL - Amazon Campus Project)
01.2023 - 08.2023
Executive Horticulturist
Urban Flora Pvt. Ltd. | Greenwey Creations Pvt. Ltd.
03.2021 - 12.2022
Agricultural Field Officer
Krishi Rasyan Exports Pvt. Ltd.
07.2019 - 01.2021
Master’s Candidate - Landscape Architecture
Kent State University
Post Graduate Diploma - Organic Agriculture
Tamil Nadu Agricultural University
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Dr. Punjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth