TEED AND BROWN - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Chief Operating Officer / Agronomist
Chad has been with Teed & Brown since 2014. A graduate from State University of New York with a bachelor's in Technology, Turfgrass Management and an Associates in Applied Science, Turfgrass Management. He worked for 13 years in the golf course management industry as a Golf Course Superintendent. He is a Certified Golf Irrigation Auditor and a Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor. When Chad is not out on in the field you can find him spending time with his family or restoring and playing with antique tractors.
Christopher's journey to becoming an expert in turf science started as a summer job in high school working at the Woodway Country Club in Darien. He pursued it as a career, graduating from Penn State's Turfgrass Science program and starting his own company with Peter Teed. He has continued his education while managing and growing the business, completing his MBA at NYU Stern School of Business and a Masters in Turfgrass Management through Penn State's online program. He's a frequent guest speaker at universities and conferences to talk about the opportunities for Turfgrass professionals in the home lawn care space. He spends his time out of work with his wife of 20+ years, Rachel.
Job Titles:
- Operations Manager Team 1
JR has been at Teed & Brown since 2014. He is pursuing his passion for lawn care through getting a degree in Turfgrass Science at Penn State University and is already a Certified Lawn Care Manager through the National Association of Landscape Professionals. Outside of work, JR is a big Rangers fan and loves to cook for his family and friends.
Job Titles:
- Recruitment Director / Assistant Operations Manager Team 2
Jay started at Teed & Brown in March of 2020. He spent 20 years doing high-end country club golf course management. He has a bachelor's degree in Turf Science and a Master's in Professional Studies in Turf Management from Penn State University. Jay loves hiking, camping, kayaking, backyard fires, golfing and watching the stars on a clear night.
Kat has been with Teed & Brown since 2019. She is the creative brain behind the operation. She graduated with a BS in Business Administration (Interactive Marketing) with a minor in Psychology from Western Connecticut State University. Kat is also the artist behind KDM Kreations. In her spare time, you can find her outdoors, in the gym or creating a brand-new art piece.
Job Titles:
- Assistant Operations Manager Team 1
Kevin joined Teed & Brown in 2017. He loves how his job keeps him outdoors working with people he enjoys. Kevin is also a Certified Turfgrass Manager from the University of Georgia and is already a Certified Lawn Care Manager through the National Association of Landscape Professionals. When he is not on the job, you can find him fishing and having a good time.
Klenio is from Brasilia, Brazil, Klenio started at Teed & Brown in 2006. At work, his passion is working on trucks and machines, keeping everything humming. Outside of work, he enjoys biking, going to the beach, and traveling to see new places.
Job Titles:
- Operations Manager Team 2
Mike has been with Teed & Brown since 2012. He is currently pursuing his bachelor's degree in Agronomy/Turfgrass Science from Penn State University and is already a Certified Lawn Care Manager through the National Association of Landscape Professionals. Mike loves spending his time out of work with his family, playing golf and woodworking (he also has a carpentry background).
Job Titles:
- Operations Manager Team 4
Nate has been with Teed & Brown since 2020. He graduated from Penn State University with a bachelor's degree in Turfgrass Science and a Masters in Agronomy. Nate has his NY Pesticide Applicator License and is in the process of getting his Connecticut Supervisory License. In his spare time, Nate loves to cook.
Peter began his career in lawn care at 18 when he joined a National Lawn Fertilizer Corporation as a lawn service technician. He began learning the science of lawn care from a co-worker with an Agronomy degree and never looked back, getting hands-on experience of different types of soil, grass and the proper applications for both. But Peter's true calling is working with people - meeting and speaking with clients and was #1 salesman in the country for 7 years before starting his own business with Christopher Brown. Today he serves in a more managerial position but still maintains his connection to the lawn care operations and interfacing with clients. When he's not in the office or out seeing customers, his favorite place to be is relaxing on his boat.
Job Titles:
- Office Manager - Lawncare Branch
Richard started his journey at Teed & Brown in 2016. He graduated from the University of New Haven with a degree in Criminal Justice (Investigative Services). Rich started as a Field Technician at Teed & Brown and quickly transitioned to working in the office. Outside of work Richard likes to spend time with his wife and twin daughters. He also enjoys collecting the best bourbon he can find.
Job Titles:
- Operations Manager Team 3
Stephen joined Teed & Brown in 2019. He graduated with a BS in Business Administration at Eastern Connecticut State University. He has completed coursework at the Great Lakes School of Turfgrass Science: Grounds Edition. He also is a Certified Lawn Care Manager through the National Association of Landscape Professionals. During his free time, you can find Stephen at the gym, on his bike or enjoying more of the outdoors.