LISA MYSLAJEK
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Specialized in sustainable agriculture, food systems, and problem solving for healthy environments and people. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Orchard Supervisor
Wozupi Tribal Gardens
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Managed the production, processing and sales of orchard fruit, honey and maple syrup
- Expanded food facility to meet FDA standards and support Good Manufacturing Practices
- Assisted Marketing team with product branding and advertising on social media
- Managed Annual Fruit Tree Sale
- Ordered nursery stock, cared for bare-root trees, and sold fruit trees and shrubs at sale
- Designed planting and tree care pamphlets
- Taught fruit tree pruning workshops and pruned 2.5 acres of trees in orchard each year.
Orchard Manager
Elm Tree Farm
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Developed organic system plan to meet and exceed rules of the National Organic Program
- Incorporated Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies for pest monitoring and control
- Partnered with local biodynamic teacher to run biodynamic workshops on site
- Built relationships with local co-ops and CSA’s to sell organic products
- Provided maintenance and supported staff in pruning, planting, mowing, organic and biological applications, monitoring, harvesting, washing, packing and sales.
Floral Buyer
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Designed and launched Seward’s own Floral Department; remarkably increased sales
- Established lasting business relationships with local, sustainable floral producers
- Purchased and maintained inventories, coordinated deliveries, and met margins
- Created a new positive image with beautiful displays and outstanding customer service.
Education
B.S - Horticulture and Organic Methodologies
University of Minnesota, College of Food Agriculture and Natural Resources, Carlson School of Business Management
2010
Skills
- Crop Health and Cultivation
- Production Operations
- Process Improvement Expertise
- Team Management
- Product Packaging and Grading
- Task Coordination and Prioritization
- Quality Standards
- Technique Practice
Timeline
Orchard Supervisor
Wozupi Tribal Gardens
01.2014 - 01.2017
Orchard Manager
Elm Tree Farm
01.2010 - 01.2014
Floral Buyer
01.2009 - 01.2010
B.S - Horticulture and Organic Methodologies
University of Minnesota, College of Food Agriculture and Natural Resources, Carlson School of Business Management
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