The Davey Tree Expert Company recently promoted Chris Bosch to director, health and safety, utility solutions.
“Chris has strengthened safety programs and provided expertise on many topics to clients and operations,” said Phil Snyder, vice president, health and safety. “Through this position, we look forward to watching Chris continue to evolve resources and skills for the utility services team.”
Bosch joined Davey in 2018 as a senior supervisor with the Eastern Utility service line. Most recently, Bosch served as manager, health and safety, utility solutions where he served as a safety representative and oversaw safety training and compliance activities for utility operations. Prior to joining Davey, Bosch had 13 years of experience in management, public safety and training.
Bosch is an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist, Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) Certified Treecare Safety Professional (CTSP) and Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP). He earned a bachelor’s degree in
Heritage hires two new regional managers
Heritage, a provider of outdoor services and sustainable landscape solutions for South Carolina businesses, revealed the hiring of two new regional managers to support the company’s continued growth across the state.
Krysta Marshall joins Heritage as regional manager for the Charleston office and will lead operations across the Lowcountry. She brings more than a decade of landscaping experience in the Charleston area. Marshall earned her bachelor’s degree in marketing and international business from Temple University and is known for her experience in sustainable landscape design, including the use of native plants and electric equipment in sensitive coastal communities.
“Heritage’s strong family values and passion for quality are what drew me here,” said Marshall. “I’m excited to bring that same energy and commitment to our clients and teams in Charleston.”
Adam Gleason joins as regional manager for Heritage’s Upstate operations, bringing nearly 25 years of hands-on experience in the landscape industry. Gleason has served in leadership roles including operations manager, account manager and branch manager. He holds degrees in both horticulture and business and is a Certified Landscape Technician (CLT).
“I was drawn to Heritage by its people-first culture and family-owned roots,” said Gleason. “This is a company where values matter, and I’m excited to lead a high-performing team and continue building strong client relationships across the Upstate.”
“We’re excited to welcome Krysta and Adam to the Heritage leadership team,” said Ashley McLeod, president of Heritage. “Their deep industry experience and shared commitment to client service, team development and sustainable practices make them a great fit for our company culture.”
Bruce Company’s next generation takes over as president and CEO
Bliss Nicholson, the longtime leader of The Bruce Company, appointed his son, Seth Nicholson, as the CEO and president of the company, a nationally recognized landscape services business and garden center founded in 1952.
Bliss Nicholson, the company’s previous CEO, takes the role of executive chairman of the board of directors. After founder Lee Bruce stepped back in 2008 in a leadership transition, Bliss Nicholson guided the company through a transformative period of alignment and expansion.
As chairman, Bliss Nicholson will continue to shape the company’s long-term vision, guide board strategy, foster a strong culture and support the company’s leadership, management and execution of its 10-year plan.
Seth Nicholson, 49, started working at the company when he was 12 years old and most recently was president and COO. He is past president of the Wisconsin Nursery and Landscape Association and is active in many national executive groups including business peer groups and industry associations.
“Bliss’ remarkable 54-year journey — from field operations to executive chairman of the board — reflects the spirit of hard work and loyalty that defines us,” said Seth Nicholson. “Our goal remains clear: to serve our customers, empower our team and grow purposefully as we head toward our 100-year milestone.”
In addition to the iconic garden center that began in the 1950s in Middleton just outside of the city of Madison, Wis., the company provides landscape construction and grounds management to many of the area’s largest companies. It also operates a wholesale landscape supply and a nursery operation for local landscapes.
“We are confident Seth, alongside the executive and operations teams, will continue to support our employees’ mission to remain the area’s outdoor living experts who give gardeners and businesses smart choices to create extraordinary memories in backyards, neighborhoods, corporate campuses and healthcare healing centers,” said Bliss Nicholson.
Seth Nicholson leads Bruce’s plan to develop 14 acres of its land in its hometown of Middleton into a needed apartment complex for about 800 residents that will become the face of the city’s proposed Garden District with added access to recreational parkland along nearby Pheasant Branch Creek.
Focal Pointe appoints new executive director to strengthen brand visibility and growth
Focal Pointe appointed Michael O’Connell as executive director of business development.
“I couldn’t be happier to welcome Michael to the team,” said founder and CEO, John Munie. “This is a uniquely challenging role at Focal Pointe because we don’t simply sell landscaping. We provide landscape experiences that can lead to decades-long partnerships, and that takes a different approach. We’re the service solution most people want but didn’t know was out there. Under Michael’s leadership, I think we can change that.”
With more than 25 years of experience, O’Connell is known for his meticulous sales training and his devotion to the betterment of others, according to the company.
“Focal Pointe has all the ingredients to link exceptional customer experience to long-term growth — visionary leadership, an incredible culture and a relentless commitment to its sense of purpose. I couldn’t be more excited to work alongside a team of amazing colleagues as we continue to redefine what it means to serve others,” said O’Connell.
O’Connell’s career spans key leadership roles, including vice president national sales for Landscapes USA (LUSA), regional vice president of sales for BrightView Landscapes and divisional sales leader-west for ValleyCrest.
O’Connell holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of San Diego. Beyond his professional accomplishments, he co-founded and leads the Kyle O’Connell Foundation, which creates awareness of and raises funds for pediatric cancer.
