About the Rock Star Award 

Our Rock Star award honors ECG employees who demonstrate a sustained high level of performance and inspire others. This month, that description fits Jonathon Simmons, who joined us in the autumn of 2020. He has become a valued member of our Grass Production Crew at Milton.

Here’s what his peers and managers had to say in selecting him for the honor.

“I would like to nominate Jonathon Simmons. He has become a key player in grass production. Jonathon is also extremely helpful in our plant care department, cutting back crops, and general grounds cleaning/ maintenance. I can depend on Jonathon day in and day out. He is a very deserving candidate for the Rock Star award.”

“Jonathon has made an impression on everyone. He can gather stock, lay out soil trays, catch errors, teach new employees the details of the job, wash plants, drive equipment, and supervise a potting crew. Recently, we’ve leaned on him for plant care help. He has been trimming plants, moving plants, cleaning out greenhouses, cleaning up greenhouse debris, and cleaning up around the property as needed.”

“Jonathon understands the big picture. He helps direct traffic in grass production and is willing to do any job asked of him, big or small. He is consistent and reliable.”

“Jonathon doesn’t complain, he just gets the work done! Lately, he has been helping us out on plant care with cutbacks and cleanup, and doing a stellar job. Plant Care is very grateful for his help.”

Jonathon Simmons with grass production manager, Greg Mandel and owner, Paul Babikow

Congratulations, Jonathon! You exemplify the “whatever it takes” attitude that’s so key in this industry. 

Thank you for your hard work and consistent effort as an important part of the ECG team. You rock!