Lena Garrison-McCleskey
Hedley,TX
Summary
An individual with experience in seed sales, customer relationship management, and market development. Skilled in grower support, dealer partnerships, and crop solutions, with a focus on product recommendations, field trials, and responsive service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Territory Manager
Johnston Seed Co
Enid, Oklahoma
04.2025 - 05.2026
- Oversaw seed sales territory for Johnston Seed Co. customers and dealers, optimizing service and support.
- Cultivated strong relationships with growers, ag retailers, and distributors to enhance collaboration and sales opportunities.
- Delivered product recommendations and crop solutions aligned with customer needs.
- Coordinated orders, pricing, and delivery with internal teams to ensure timely fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
- Supported field trials and product demonstrations to showcase seed performance.
- Resolved customer questions related to seed varieties, availability, and usage.
Technology Development Manager
Advanta Seeds
College Station, Texas
01.2022 - 04.2025
- Coordinated seed product development plans with breeding and agronomy teams, ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Directed field trial site selection and seasonal testing schedules in alignment with development priorities.
- Monitored crop performance and crop protection needs across development sites, facilitating timely project advancements.
- Analyzed trial data and contributed to product advancement decisions.
- Partnered with sales and marketing on variety positioning and launch planning.
- Organized grower meetings, field training demonstrations, and field updates, enhancing team knowledge and stakeholder engagement.
Education
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TXSkills
- Crop Advisory
- Crop Protection
- Trial Management
- Market Analysis
- Market Strategies
- Sales Territory Planning
- Business Development
- Project Coordination
- Client Engagement
Timeline
Territory Manager
Johnston Seed Co
04.2025 - 05.2026
Technology Development Manager
Advanta Seeds
01.2022 - 04.2025
West Texas A&M University