Abbey Thomas
Parkville
Summary
Proven expertise in operations and crop management, resulting in efficient farming practices and strong client relationships.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
The KC Flower Farm
Parkville, MO
2018 - Current
- Developed and implemented the entire farming operation from the ground up.
- Established relationships with local grocery stores to secure favorable distribution chains.
- Developed and continue to maintain strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Manage all day-to-day business, growing and farming operations.
- Continually research and implement best growing practices to include soil preparation, seed starting, seedling care, fertilization, irrigation, pest management, disease management, weed management, field management, harvesting and storing crop.
- Experienced in plant propagation through various methods to include seed collection, cuttings and dividing tubers and rhizomes.
- Accustomed to working outside from sun up to sun down, in the heat of summer and cold of winter.
- Manage financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of seasonal employees in order to double production.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS01-2002
Skills
- Operations management
- Documentation and reporting
- Hiring
- Business planning
- Staff training and development
- Soil preparation
- Seed selection
- Irrigation systems
- Crop management
- Post-harvest handling
- Fertilizer application
- Integrated pest management
- Soil testing
- Pest control
- Weed management
- Cultivation
- Propagation
Timeline
Owner/Operator
The KC Flower Farm
2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Kansas