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Bob has been playing in the soil from the time he could walk (and tracking it into the house). He started in the industry in 1985 and graduated from Ohio State University in 1992 with a degree in Ornamental Horticulture, with an emphasis in greenhouse production. He is accredited as an Ohio Certified Nursery Master Technician and currently chairs and has served on the board of directors for the Garden Center committee for OFA, an international association of industry professionals. In addition to many years in retail and working as a grower for 6 years, Bob has designed hundreds of landscapes for people over the past 16 years. He came to work for Maple Lee when they opened what is now A Proper Garden in 1996. Even after all these years, every day presents a new set of challenges and excitement that keep Bob energized about being a part of such a fascinating business. Chris Gueli, Director of Development Chris' favorite part of the job is getting to go to various markets across the United States and abroad to scout for new and unique artisanal wares. Working with a host of artists from various places around the globe makes for an exciting work day! Kris France - Front End Coordinator Kris holds an Associate's degree in Arts and Applied Sciences, from Columbus State University and lives in Delaware County with her husband, Jim. You will often find her in the front of the store up by the registers. She is an avid gardener who also loves animals. She is the local savior of lost hummingbirds who get trapped in the store. Kris also loves to greet the canine regulars and always has a doggy treat for man's best friend. She has a kitty-cat Chelsea and a grown up daughter, Nicole. Tammy Kirby – Front End Associate Tammy's favorite holiday is Christmas partly because she gets to transform customer's homes into magical winter wonderlands. When not decorating during the holiday season, Tammy can be found at the mall buying gifts for her two children...her absolute pride and joy! Andy Bates - Facilities Associate Andy resides locally in Powell. He is our part-time jack-of-all-trades. He helps with customers, maintenance and deliveries. Shawnda Eastman – Inventory Manager Shawnda joins our team after over a decade of being a registered nurse. A transplant resident of Columbus, she enjoys all the activities it has to offer. When not spending time with family, her passions include traveling abroad and caring for unique pets such as her two hedgehogs, Zoe and Chloe. Brad Snyder – Nursery Manager A current student at The Ohio State University and graduate from World Harvest Bible School, Brad enjoys working outdoors. Having joined our team in 2007, Brad has worked his way up to Nursery Manager. When not working, you'll find Brad outside rock climbing or wake-boarding with friends. Andrea Dorfmeyer – Horticultural Designer After earning her Landscape Horticulture degree with a minor in Agricultural Business from The Ohio State University, Andrea traveled abroad to the Netherlands to further broaden and hone her horticultural skills. Now, happily married and back in Ohio, she is poised to assist you in creating colorful displays for your patio and landscape. Murphy Hendy – Horticultural Designer Having earned his degree in Fine Arts, Murphy's talents include interior decor, painting, sculpting, landscaping and floral design. He describes himself as a very passionate person who spends most of his time in his own garden when not helping others with theirs! Toby – Greeter |
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