1. David Allen LaBatte
4816 Parkside Drive North Charleston SC 29405
(843) 727 5241
Objective
To obtain a challenging mid-level position in management and/or sales utilizing my skills in
customer service, sales, and supply chain management. To be customer and sales driven, to
promote teamwork, self development, product knowledge.
Work Experience
YardWorks, Maintenance Team Leader 2011- 2016
Managed over 125 residential/commercial landscape accounts, 3 account managers & over 30
employees
Foster positive & productive relationships with customers by monitoring client satisfaction and
resolving concerns
Responsible for growing service areas in Daniel Island & Mt. Pleasant by 95% within 3 years
Effectively communicated extensive knowledge of plant identification and uses,horticultural
practices,methods and modern techniques used in landscape construction to facilitate a
beneficial course of action
Assisted in the acquisition of ELI & Grassroots Maintenance companies
Southland Landscaping, Account Manager 2008-2011
Managed over 175 commercial landscape accounts and 30 seasonal employees
Completed under guidance: Planned designs and construction drawings, specifications, cost
estimates, office work, fieldwork, and construction supervision as necessary
Planned, assigned, directed and evaluated the work of fellow employees on landscape design
projects
Handled daily operations including budgeting hours, staffing, scheduling, site analysis,
installation and quality control
Scheduled and conducted property walk-through increasing clients awareness of property
potential, creating revenue through “show and tell”
Establish role as clients primary and responsible point of contact while instilling customer
confidence
The Greenery, Project Manager Charleston SC 2006-2007
Coordinated multiple landscape construction projects, ensured jobs were completed on time and
within budget
Effectively supervised crew of 3-5 employees
Coordinated subcontractors, supervised their work procedures and ensured the completion,
accuracy and quality of each project
Anticipated areas of conflict, managed disagreements and worked towards a resolution and
maintained a positive client relationship
Education
The Citadel (The Military College of South Carolina) Charleston, SC August 1999
Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration