Monique Mustafalic-Juarez

Demonstrated tree-health science experience by delivering fact-based solutions to specific arboricultural concerns.

• Supported healthy ecosystems through invasive species management efforts at various sites.
• Identified and tended to tree diseases.
• Identified plant diseases and researched methods for mitigation.
• Collaborated with management to optimize scheduling of spray treatments based on weather conditions and client needs.
• Supported lead arborists in assessing tree health and diagnosing issues.
• Assisted in identifying potential hazards such as dead or diseased branches, mitigating risks for both clients and team members.

• Sales representative for growing local plant company
• Lead plant technician, general duties include Identifying cause to wilting plants, or diseased plant.
• Maintaining the care of each plant by watering, fertilizing, repotting, or any additional amendments to the soil.
• Maintaining relationships with clientele and teaching clients about the different types of plants and their care.
• Driving to different nurseries around the San Diego region to design houses or businesses for different horticultural needs.

• Identify plants as well as problems such as diseases, weeds, and insect pests.
• Determine types and quantities of horticultural plants to be grown, based on budgets, projected sales volumes, and/or executive directives.
• Prepare soil for planting, and plant or transplant seeds, bulbs, and cuttings.
• Keep areas neat while working and return items to correct locations following demonstrations.
• Explain products or services and prices and demonstrate use of products.
• Answer questions about product features and benefits.
• Stock carts or stands.

• Assisted customers during selection process and helped choose perfect products to meet individual needs.
• Consulted with long-term, new and prospective customers to understand needs and propose ideal solutions.
• Created and implemented store displays, promoting sales and growth.
• Developed relationships with customers and presented promotions that increased shelf space, sales and profit.
• Analyzed sales performance and service feedback to drive organizational and operational changes resulting in greater profitability.
• Ensured that plants in the greenhouse were watered on schedule.
• Assessed the needs of seasonal, annual and perineal plants.