JOEL REYNOLDS
Kailua-Kona,HI
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a diverse background in horticulture, agriculture, and landscape design. Recent relocation to Big Island fuels a strong interest in ecosystem conservation and restoration. Committed to collaborating with like-minded individuals to enhance environmental sustainability and promote the island's natural beauty.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Care Specialist
Ambius
New York, NY
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Oversaw many client accounts, conducting biweekly check-ins to ensure pristine plant displays and client satisfaction
- Applied expertise in horticulture to optimize plant health through proper placement and nutrition
- Maintained pest-free environments and executed efficient pruning techniques to enhance plant vitality
Owner / General Manager
Alaska Cafe
Brooklyn, NY
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Led startup and creation of operational procedures
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and maximize revenue
Driver / Gardener
Urban Explorations
Astoria, NY
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Navigated NYC in a 30 FT box truck to select, transport, and deliver large orders of flowers, shrubs, and trees
- Oversaw crew installations of a wide variety of perennial and annual plant species
Head Farmer / Manager
Edgemere Farm / Rockaway Buying Club
Rockaway Beach, NY
06.2020 - 03.2022
- Planned planting, care, and harvest schedules for a thriving city farm with chickens
- Managed sales and inventory of weekly farm-stand and co-op orders
- Oversaw and mentored volunteers of various ages and experience levels
Landscaper / Gardener
Trillium Gardens
Richmond, VA
03.2018 - 06.2020
- Installed and maintained intricate landscape designs
- Performed transplanting, pruning, and fertilization; as well as used plant pathology and organic pesticide
Managing Partner
Trans Am Cafe
Ridgewood, NY
04.2015 - 03.2018
- Built out space and ran daily operations of neighborhood cafe
- Managed scheduling, payroll, financial operations, and ordering of supplies
Education
Bachelor’s of Biology -
Louisiana State University of Shreveport
Shreveport, LA01-2004
High School Diploma - undefined
Parkway High School
Bossier City, LA01-2000
Timeline
Plant Care Specialist
Ambius
01.2024 - 08.2025
Owner / General Manager
Alaska Cafe
02.2023 - 01.2024
Driver / Gardener
Urban Explorations
02.2022 - 08.2023
Head Farmer / Manager
Edgemere Farm / Rockaway Buying Club
06.2020 - 03.2022
Landscaper / Gardener
Trillium Gardens
03.2018 - 06.2020
Managing Partner
Trans Am Cafe
04.2015 - 03.2018
High School Diploma - undefined
Parkway High School
Bachelor’s of Biology -
Louisiana State University of Shreveport