Les has been involved in agriculture and horticulture for over 40 years.  His involvement started at a young age on the original American Ag Services field station in Wilson, NC.  He moved on to Landscape Design at North Carolina State University.  Les has remained active in the horticulture industry of North Carolina in roles that involved sales, design, installation, client acquisition and retention, and business ownership.  He brings over 25 years of experience forging and retaining relationships with clients, vendors, outsourced contractors, and colleagues.