Carly Lacy, B.Sc.
About Carly Lacy, B.Sc.
Carly Lacy, B.Sc., is a horticulturalist with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Science from the University of Guelph. She has extensive experience in the horticulture industry, currently working at Cronos Group and previously holding various roles in quality assurance and process improvement.
Work at Cronos Group
Carly Lacy has been employed at Cronos Group as a Horticulturalist since 2018. In this role, she focuses on optimizing plant health and growth methodologies within the company's greenhouse operations. Her responsibilities include the collection and submission of samples for analytical testing, which is essential for maintaining quality assurance standards. Carly's expertise contributes to the overall efficiency and productivity of the horticultural practices at Cronos Group.
Education and Expertise
Carly Lacy earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Science from the University of Guelph, where she studied from 2009 to 2014. This educational background provides her with a solid foundation in biological principles, which she applies in her horticultural practices. Her academic training supports her work in plant health management and quality assurance processes in greenhouse settings.
Previous Experience in Horticulture
Before joining Cronos Group, Carly Lacy held several positions that enhanced her horticultural expertise. She worked as a Manager at Green Leaf Brewing Company from 2014 to 2017, where she oversaw operations and contributed to quality assurance efforts. Following that, she served as a Process Improvement Specialist at Biobest Sustainable Crop Management for one year, collaborating with teams to develop standard operating procedures. Additionally, she worked as a Trial Specialist at Rijk Zwaan in 2018, where she designed and managed research trials to improve growing methodologies.
Research and Development Contributions
In her role as a Trial Specialist at Rijk Zwaan, Carly Lacy was responsible for designing and managing research trials involving up to 6000 plants across various cultivars and life stages. She coordinated building operations and maintenance through interdepartmental collaboration to ensure optimal conditions for plant health. Carly also utilized Trackwise software to create and execute Quality Assurance documents, including Change Controls and Process Validation Documents, which are critical for maintaining compliance and operational efficiency.