MKA-CONSULTANTS.COM - Key Persons

GREGORY BENZ

Job Titles:
  • DESIGNER
  • Designer for Michael Kuhn & Associates, Inc
Greg is a staff irrigation designer for Michael Kuhn & Associates, Inc. He is a New Jersey native that now resides in Columbus, OH. Greg received a Bachelor's degree in Plant Science from Rutgers University in 2014. His responsibilities include all aspects of design development, site observation, and GPS data collection. Greg joined the MKA team in December of 2020. Prior to joining he was employed at several private clubs as an assistant golf course superintendent, most recently Muirfield Village Golf Club. The attention to detail required for providing championship conditioning on golf courses translates very well into many aspects of irrigation design and project management. With a decade of turfgrass management experience, including 5 years maintaining irrigation systems, Greg contributes additional insights and agronomic knowledge to the team to further strengthen the product that is provided to our clients.

Michael J. Kuhn - President

Job Titles:
  • Designer
  • President
  • Project Manager
  • Owner of Michael Kuhn & Associates, Inc
  • President of Michael Kuhn & Associates
Mike is the owner of Michael Kuhn & Associates, Inc. A graduate from Michigan State University in the Turf Management Program, Mike has been able to very effectively mesh his irrigation knowledge and his turf management experience to provide practical solutions to a variety of irrigation problems. His first-hand experience with irrigation installation and repair allows him to effectively work with contractors and superintendents to help ensure that all project specifications are met. Another important aspect is his ability to educate, not sell, superintendents and their members/owners on exactly why the project is taking place and the result they should expect from their investment. Mike serves as project manager and designer, with special emphasis on system hydraulics, site construction observation, staking, GPS as-built documentation, and system programming. He is knowledgeable and proficient at programming all major manufacturers' control systems and particularly enjoys providing follow-up client assistance after the system is installed and operational. As the president of Michael Kuhn & Associates, Mike brings his full enthusiasm and dedication to every project. His ownership stake in the firm also helps ensure continuity in client/consultant relationships that develop during the course of a project.