Meet the team

Sunshine, a seasoned business leader with over 25 years of experience, brings a wealth of expertise to Garden Works. Known for her innovative approach and proven track record in driving long-term revenue growth, Sunshine has a charismatic spirit and unstoppable energy. Her diverse background, including roles as a professor, corporate trainer, e-commerce store owner, and marketing consultant, equips her with a unique perspective and deep customer relationship skills. Sunshine comes from a long line of passionate gardeners and loves creating beautiful outdoor spaces in their homes in Florida and Utah.

Gabriel, a dynamic entrepreneur and business leader, has extensive expertise in business development, product evangelism, and operational excellence. His career includes successful product launches, market capture, and leadership positions in marketing and software development. Gabriel has consistently created multiple millions in revenue through various strategic initiatives. His diverse background includes leadership positions in marketing, operations, and software development, having worked with notable clients such as Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Earthlink, AOL, Disney, and Coca-Cola. Gabriel's strategic vision and commitment to excellence are well-recognized in multiple industries. A passionate photographer, Gabriel enjoys capturing the beauty of gardens wherever he and Sunshine travel.

With more than 25 years of hands-on leadership in warehouse and distribution operations, Dean brings deep operational expertise, systems knowledge, and people-first leadership to his role as Operations Manager at Garden Works. Known for being the kind of leader who isn’t afraid to roll up his sleeves, Dean combines tactical execution with big-picture operational strategy to keep teams moving efficiently and businesses running smoothly.

Dean’s career spans senior management roles across multi-state distribution centers, 3PL environments, and high-volume medical and orthodontic supply chains. He has directed teams of up to 35 employees, overseen warehouse relocations, optimized workflows, and managed complex WMS and ERP systems. He is highly experienced in inventory management, KPI tracking, safety, freight coordination, and cross-department collaboration.

At Garden Works, Dean plays a vital role in ensuring operational excellence—from warehouse organization to staff development to systems support.

Louween is a seasoned Order Specialist at Garden Works, where she brings over a decade of administrative expertise to support the company's leadership and operations. With a strong background in virtual assistance and a passion for streamlining workflows, Louween excels in managing complex schedules, coordinating projects, and ensuring seamless communication across teams.

Her commitment to efficiency and attention to detail make her an invaluable asset to Garden Works, contributing to the company's mission of delivering exceptional products and services.

Cassidy is a versatile and creative Marketing Assistant with extensive experience in crafting effective organic and paid social media strategies across a variety of industries. She excels at designing interactive content tailored for platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Pinterest, and building engaged communities around the brand.

Cassidy is also a talented writer, composing blog posts, marketing emails, press releases, and other content that effectively communicates brand messages and fosters customer relationships.

Teri brings exceptional organizational skills and a passion for customer satisfaction to her role as Customer Service Manager at Garden Works. Teri is the heart of our customer operations, ensuring seamless communication and efficient service at every step.

Her responsibilities include managing customer inquiries and orders through phone, email, fax, website, and OrderEase. With her dedication to detail and a commitment to making every customer interaction a positive one, Teri plays a key role in keeping Garden Works running smoothly.