William Claussen’s hard work and perseverance, combined with the partnership and equally hard work of Chris Conant, has made Claussen’s what it is today. Claussen’s Florist and Greenhouse has expanded into one of the most successful plant growers in Vermont. We have been locally growing top quality plants ~ a William Claussen tradition ~ since 1972.
We are very fortunate to have such a dedicated team of hardworking and caring individuals on staff.
Most of our talented employees have been with us for one or more decades. Below are just a few of our workers. You will also find photos of our Commercial Division by visiting our Commercial tab.
We are very fortunate to have such a dedicated team of hardworking and caring individuals on staff.
Most of our talented employees have been with us for one or more decades. Below are just a few of our workers. You will also find photos of our Commercial Division by visiting our Commercial tab.
William Claussen- President / Founder
In 1972, an industrious man named William Claussen came to Vermont and started his own nursery and garden center. He built the greenhouses with the help of his energetic staff. From morning until night, through sweat and tears, he had a vision. From the beginning, he ran the cash registers, did the books, cared for the plants and managed the entire business almost single-handedly. Bill is an astute businessman with a firm touch. He knew what his goals were and did not stop until he reached them and more. His kind of energy is what our company is built on today. Although he is semi-retired, Bill remains the inspiration and backbone of our company.
Chris Conant -Vice President
E-mail: cconant@claussens.com
Chris Conant came on board with Bill in the late 70's. A young man with the energy of three people, Chris had visions of his own. He wanted to help take this company into the future. With his innovative ideas, Chris has taken over the torch at Claussen’s and has brought the company into the 21st century. He is the epitome of a hard worker and is not afraid to get his hands dirty.
Chris Conant -Vice President
E-mail: cconant@claussens.com
Chris Conant came on board with Bill in the late 70's. A young man with the energy of three people, Chris had visions of his own. He wanted to help take this company into the future. With his innovative ideas, Chris has taken over the torch at Claussen’s and has brought the company into the 21st century. He is the epitome of a hard worker and is not afraid to get his hands dirty.
Customer Service
Brenda Wheel
Retail Manager & Floral Designer
Email: Brenda@claussens.com
Joined Claussen's team in 1981
Brenda Wheel
Retail Manager & Floral Designer
Email: Brenda@claussens.com
Joined Claussen's team in 1981
Sarah Restorick
Floral Designer & Retail Sales Associate
Email: flowers@claussens.com
Joined Claussen's team in 1997
Cheryl Delorme
Floral Designer & Retail Sales Associate
Email: flowers@claussens.com
Joined Claussen's team in 1998
Verna Thomas
Floral Designer & Retail Sales Associate
Email: flowers@claussens.com
Joined Claussen's team in 2013
Commercial Division
Mark Storch
General/ Commercial Manager
Email: Mark@claussens.com
Joined Claussen's team in 1982
Mark Storch
General/ Commercial Manager
Email: Mark@claussens.com
Joined Claussen's team in 1982
Pete Mattos
Commercial Driver
Joined Claussen's team in 2010
Pete Mattos
Commercial Driver
Joined Claussen's team in 2010
Don Purcell
Retail & Commercial Driver
Joined Claussen's team in 2018
Growing and Production Team
Brett Wilbur
Production Manager
Joined Claussen's team in 1990
Brett Wilbur
Production Manager
Joined Claussen's team in 1990
Lori King
Head of 'Integrated Pest Management' (IPM)
Email: Lori@claussens.com
Joined Claussen's team in 1997
Lori King
Head of 'Integrated Pest Management' (IPM)
Email: Lori@claussens.com
Joined Claussen's team in 1997
Ober Lopez
Production Team
Joined Claussen's team in 2008
Gwen Hutchins
Growing Department
Joined Claussen's team in 2009
Gwen Hutchins
Growing Department
Joined Claussen's team in 2009
Kim Manning
Growing Department
Joined Claussen's team in 2014
Perennial Farm Staff
Cindy Nemeth Perennial Production & Sales Associate Joined Claussen's team in 2015 |
Business Office
Teri Lamphere Human Resource Manager Accounts Receivable Email: Teri@claussens.com Joined Claussen's team in 1998 |
Ali Lapierre Office Manager Accounts Payable Email: Ali@claussens.com Joined Claussen's team in 2006 |
