09/03/2026
Shoutout! To one of our Hort Show Managers as well as Ag Student Council Representatives, Owen Maddalena! This summer Owen has worked tirelessly at Haven Landscape and Designed based in Pittsburgh, Pa. His job responsibilities included but were not limited to the managing of employees, buying and maintaining equipment, presenting jobs, adding to the companies portfolio, and “playing in dirt.” Owen learned practical skills such as making sure to include budget for job clean-ups, managing the unseen daily overhead costs for insurance, and how to properly maneuver machinery in less than ideal conditions. When asked about what he most enjoyed working he claimed it was “having the opportunity to gain skills knowledge in my chosen field, and earning a paycheck for the things I enjoy.” We are stoked to see our members gain real-world experience, and be able to use their knacks for the careers they want to pursue. We are eager to see Owen’s future success!
