EPISODE #02
Gianni Mucci
Growing up playing sports and knowing what it means to be a part of a team undoubtedly helped shape and impact how Gianni Mucci leads his. As an avid sports fan, Gianni is no stranger to the theme of teamwork, and it has played a large role in the ever-evolving and rapid growth of Mucci Farms.
The measure of a successful team often lies in the style, culture and strategy that a coach chooses to implement.
The roots of Gianni’s role within originally began in the greenhouse doing everything from crop work to driving forklifts, eventually becoming a grower and transitioning into the influential role of Vice President of Operations. To ensure operational excellence at Mucci Farms, Gianni notes the importance of having a team that is passionate, dedicated, and driven.
Reflecting on fond memories from his childhood on the farm, Gianni recognizes the importance of learning all aspects of the business as it pertains to his role today and establishing a team-oriented work culture. It is this spirit that inspired him to be the best in the industry as he searches for the newest technological advancements in the world to propel Mucci Farms to the forefront of greenhouse innovation in North America.
To Gianni, his team at Mucci Farms is considered his family. Just as teammates on sports teams build strong bonds as they work and interact with each other, so has Gianni and his team. This team bond is what he attributes the success and growth of Mucci Farms to. He takes great pride in seeing a team work together to achieve a shared goal and passion.
For a sports fan, there are few feelings as rewarding as being in the same arena as your favourite NHL team as they hoist the Stanley Cup, or being at the Super Bowl to watch your beloved NFL team compete for the Vince Lombardi Trophy. For Gianni Mucci, that feeling is emblematic as he walks around Mucci Farms and recognizes the hand he had in helping to grow and shape his championship team.