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Stephen Barcuch
Stephen Barcuch
Kubota

Kubota Tractor Corporation has announced the promotion of Stephen Barcuch to Executive Director of Sales, responsible for managing the company’s annual sales plan and dealer development organization. Barcuch has been with the company for 12 years and most recently served as senior director of Kubota’s Central Division, further building on his career in both field and corporate roles for Kubota, including product marketing director for compact, utility, and ag products as well as serving as a Kubota district manager. His promotion is effective February 17, 2025.

“I am thrilled to announce this promotion because Steve’s diverse experience makes him the perfect choice to lead Kubota’s divisional sales teams and dealer development efforts,” said Alex Woods, Senior Vice President, Sales, Supply Chain and Product Support. “Steve has consistently demonstrated dedication and leadership in his various positions at Kubota, and his commitment to our company’s values has greatly contributed to our success. I’m confident that in his new role, he will continue to inspire those around him and drive his teams confidently into the future.”

Before joining Kubota, Stephen held sales and product management positions with AGCO Corporation for 16 years. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Marketing at American Intercontinental University, and he earned the Roberto C. Goizueta Leadership Certificate from Emory Executive Education. 

Green Lawn Fertilizing/ Green Pest Solutions promotes Ben Schloss

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Green Lawn Fertilizing/Green Pest Solutions proudly announces the promotion of Ben Schloss to Vice President of Marketing. The announcement was made by the company’s President & COO, Josh Willey, who praised Schloss’s pivotal role in driving the company’s growth and success over the past decade.

"Ben has been instrumental to our success," Willey stated. "During the past 10 years, he has played a vital role in growing our revenue from $8 million to over $50 million. Ben's analytical approach and dedication to continuous improvement have influenced every facet of the business. With this promotion, we are confident that Ben will help drive the company to surpass the $100 million revenue milestone and venture into new markets."

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“I am deeply honored to step into the role of Vice President of Marketing at Green Lawn Fertilizing/Green Pest Solutions and grateful for the trust placed in me,” said Schloss. “I look forward to leading our talented marketing team in driving innovation and growth towards the $100M revenue mark and beyond."

Schloss, a Cheltenham, PA native, joined Green Lawn Fertilizing/Green Pest Solutions in 2015. The Syracuse University alum recently completed Harvard Business School’s Strategic Marketing for Driving Growth Program (2024) and will later attend Kellogg School of Management’s Chief Marketing Officer Program. Schloss lives in Exton, PA with his wife, Dena, and their two children.

Green Lawn Fertilizing/ Green Pest Solutions adds Ying Bruschi to Senior Leadership team

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Green Lawn Fertilizing/Green Pest Solutions proudly announces the addition of Ying Bruschi to the Senior Leadership Team. The announcement was made by the company’s President & COO, Josh Willey, who discussed the meaningful contributions Bruschi will bring to the company.

"Ying will be an invaluable asset to our leadership team," Willey remarked. "Her deep experience in operational metrics, financial modeling, and business intelligence will significantly enhance our efficiency and strengthen our ability to make informed, data-driven decisions. With her leadership, we are more focused than ever on achieving our $100 million revenue milestone, expanding into new markets, and fostering opportunities for growth within our team."

"I am thrilled to join the senior leadership team at Green Lawn Fertilizing and bring a stronger focus on leveraging data to drive strategic decisions. By harnessing insights and trends, we can enhance operational efficiency, improve customer experiences, improve employee retention and accelerate growth into new markets."

Bruschi joined Green Lawn Fertilizing/Green Pest Solutions in 2024. The Villanova University alum’s expertise spans global financial operations, metrics harmonization, and aligning business strategies across diverse regions, including North America, Latin America, and Asia. Bruschi lives in Wayne, PA with her husband, Anthony and 3 children.

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