As operational director Andrew Corcoran leads 900+ team members across three regions delivering services in horticulture, arboriculture, conservation, winter work and environmental green spaces management. Clients range from local authorities, housing associations, utility companies, to commercial businesses. Glendale uses numerous different types of vegetation management solutions depending on the client and their needs, balancing effectiveness, cost, and the environment.
He will be speaking on HortWeek's Integrated weed management: realities vs. government goals panel at GroundsFest.
Join us on September 9 in the Landscape Zone in the HortWeek seminar area at GroundsFest at 11am.
This essential event is sponsored by Kersten.
You’re on the Integrated Weed Management: realities vs. government goals panel at GroundsFest this year – why should visitors come along?
Visitors should attend the Integrated Weed Management panel at GroundsFest to gain valuable insights into effective and sustainable vegetation management. We'll be discussing the latest strategies and challenges in the context of new pesticide regulations, and there will be a great opportunity to ask questions to a panel of experts. It is a complex area and one worthy of discussion.
What is your role at Glendale and how long have you worked at the business?
I am a director at Glendale, and I have worked for the group's business for 10 years. I lead the core business across the UK with 900+ team members across three regions.
How does Glendale work with clients to create vegetation management solutions which work for them?
Glendale works closely with clients to create tailored vegetation management solutions by first understanding their specific needs and challenges. We then develop bespoke plans that balance effectiveness, cost-efficiency, and environmental considerations, often incorporating a range of integrated weed management techniques.
What types of clients does Glendale work with?
Glendale works with a diverse range of clients, including local authorities, housing associations, utility companies, and commercial businesses, managing a variety of landscapes from parks and public spaces to highways and residential areas.
How long have you been in the industry yourself, and what’s your experience?
I have been in the industry for 14 years, with extensive experience in operational management and strategic development within the grounds maintenance and landscaping sectors.
