I am the fourth generation of my family to enter this business. My great-grandfather started Ford's Hometown Services in 1941. We have long been established in Central Massachusetts and are based in Worcester. I am a graduate of UMass's Stockbridge School and have been employed here at FHS since I was 18 years old. I am a strong advocate for environmental safety. As the current Vice President of MALCP—the Massachusetts Association of Lawn Care Providers—we promote public safety, support local lobbying efforts, and provide general educational resources. We also host educational seminars for pesticide license holders, as continuing education is required to maintain a pesticide license here in Massachusetts.