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Skylar Snead

Willards,MD

Summary

Seasoned tree care professional with a robust history of entrepreneurship and hands-on expertise. Excelling in customer relations and small business operations, I've significantly grown my venture, Eastern Shore Tree Experts, through strategic negotiations and relationship building. My tenure at Sussex Tree showcases my technical skill in advanced tree removals and commitment to safety and team efficiency.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner of Eastern Shore Tree Expertd

Self Employed
01.2017 - Current
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.

Tree Climber

Sussex Tree
06.2014 - 01.2017

Conducted climbing, rigging, and all aspects of tree removal while on the crew.

Contract Tree Climber

Self Employed
12.2012 - 06.2014

Contract climbed for many tree companies including Sussex tree. Most the time handling more technical and advanced removals their normal climbers on staff couldn't handle. Stopped doing this and went full time with Sussex tree due to the amount of companies I worked for with ppl on staff with addiction problems. My and their safety was on the line.

Tree Climber

Clearwater Tree Service
04.2010 - 12.2012
  • Successfully completed emergency storm response jobs, safely removing fallen or damaged trees under tight deadlines.
  • Conducted thorough pre-climb inspections of gear and trees, mitigating potential hazards before starting any task.
  • Developed proficiency in various pruning techniques, promoting healthy growth patterns for maintained trees.
  • Conducted aerial rescue operations when necessary, utilizing proper techniques to ensure team member safety at all times.

Education

High School Diploma -

Stephen Decatur High School
Berlin, MD
04.2008

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Marketing
  • Business development
  • Negotiation
  • Business marketing
  • Consulting
  • Sales leadership
  • Sales management
  • Cost reduction

Certification

I'm a Maryland licensed tree expert and held my ISA arborist for 7-8 years. I decided to not continue with it because it didn't benefit my business personally but I'm fine with recertification if it is desired.

Timeline

Owner of Eastern Shore Tree Expertd

Self Employed
01.2017 - Current

Tree Climber

Sussex Tree
06.2014 - 01.2017

Contract Tree Climber

Self Employed
12.2012 - 06.2014

Tree Climber

Clearwater Tree Service
04.2010 - 12.2012

High School Diploma -

Stephen Decatur High School
Skylar Snead