At Garden Works, our success is rooted in the dedication and expertise of our team. Behind every high-quality tool, glove, and accessory we produce, there's a group of passionate individuals committed to excellence in every detail. Our team brings together a wealth of experience in gardening, design, and customer service, all working in harmony to ensure that each product meets the highest standards. We invite you to meet the faces behind Garden Works—the people who bring innovation, craftsmanship, and exceptional service to life every day. Get to know the team that makes your gardening and culinary experiences flourish.
Garden Works is a family business based in Ocala, Florida. The owners are Gabriel and Sunshine Chapman. Prior to acquiring Garden Works, Gabriel and Sunshine co-founded and ran a successful financial services company. They live in Orlando, Florida, and enjoy sharing time with their three adult children and 2-year-old granddaughter, Margo. Gabriel and Sunshine are passionate travelers, spending several weeks each year in Europe, where they love to visit gardens and explore food, history, and architecture.
Sunshine Chapman, President
Sunshine Chapman, a seasoned business leader with over 25 years of experience, brings a wealth of expertise to Garden Works. Known for her innovative approach and proven track record in driving long-term revenue growth, Sunshine has a charismatic spirit and unstoppable energy. Her diverse background, including roles as a professor, corporate trainer, e-commerce store owner, and marketing consultant, equips her with a unique perspective and deep customer relationship skills. Sunshine comes from a long line of passionate gardeners and loves creating beautiful outdoor spaces in the Chapmans’ homes in Florida and Utah.
Gabriel Chapman, CEO
Gabriel Chapman, a dynamic entrepreneur and business leader, has extensive expertise in business development, product evangelism, and operational excellence. His career includes successful product launches, market capture, and leadership positions in marketing and software development. Gabriel has consistently created multiple millions in revenue through various strategic initiatives. His diverse background includes leadership positions in marketing, operations, and software development, having worked with notable clients such as Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Earthlink, AOL, Disney, and Coca-Cola. Gabriel's strategic vision and commitment to excellence are well-recognized in multiple industries. A passionate photographer, Gabriel enjoys capturing the beauty of gardens wherever he and Sunshine travel.
Dean McClure, Operations Manager
With more than 25 years of hands-on leadership in warehouse and distribution operations, Dean McClure brings deep operational expertise, systems knowledge, and people-first leadership to his role as Operations Manager at Garden Works. Known for being the kind of leader who isn’t afraid to roll up his sleeves, Dean combines tactical execution with big-picture operational strategy to keep teams moving efficiently and businesses running smoothly. Dean’s career spans senior management roles across multi-state distribution centers, 3PL environments, and high-volume medical and orthodontic supply chains. He has directed teams of up to 35 employees, overseen warehouse relocations, optimized workflows, and managed complex WMS and ERP systems. He is highly experienced in inventory management, KPI tracking, safety, freight coordination, and cross-department collaboration. His leadership style blends clear communication with a strong commitment to developing team members and fostering a positive, accountable culture. At Garden Works, Dean plays a vital role in ensuring operational excellence—from warehouse organization to staff development to systems support. His resourceful, results-driven approach helps maintain a high standard of productivity, service, and safety across all operations.
Louween Mendoza, Executive Assitant
Louween Jane Mendoza is a seasoned Executive Assistant at Garden Works, where she brings over a decade of administrative expertise to support the company's leadership and operations. With a strong background in virtual assistance and a passion for streamlining workflows, Louween excels in managing complex schedules, coordinating projects, and ensuring seamless communication across teams.
Her commitment to efficiency and attention to detail make her an invaluable asset to Garden Works, contributing to the company's mission of delivering exceptional products and services. Louween's proactive approach and dedication to excellence reflect her deep understanding of the dynamic needs of a growing organization.
Cassidy Davis, Marketing Assistant
Cassidy Davis is a versatile and creative Marketing Assistant with extensive experience in crafting effective organic and paid social media strategies across a variety of industries, including hotel, travel, tourism, wine, technology, restaurant, publishing, finance, nonprofit, and real estate. She excels at designing interactive content—ranging from photos and videos to engaging contests—tailored for platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Pinterest. Cassidy's expertise lies in developing content that resonates with audiences, encouraging customers to interact and share, ultimately building a strong and loyal fan base.
In addition to her social media prowess, Cassidy is skilled in managing client presence using tools such as Hootsuite, HubSpot, Sprout Social, WordPress, and Squarespace. She actively monitors and responds to social media activity across various platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, Yelp, Pinterest, YouTube, and TripAdvisor, ensuring that every interaction aligns with the brand’s voice and values. Cassidy is also a talented writer, composing blog posts, marketing emails, press releases, and other content that effectively communicates brand messages and fosters customer relationships. Her dedication to building engaged communities and delivering impactful content makes her a valuable asset to our marketing team.
Teri Orozco, Customer Service Manager
Teri Orozco brings exceptional organizational skills and a passion for customer satisfaction to her role as Customer Service Manager at Garden Works. Teri is the heart of our customer operations, ensuring seamless communication and efficient service at every step. Her responsibilities include managing customer inquiries and orders through phone, email, fax, website, and OrderEase, ensuring that every request is handled promptly and accurately.
Teri also oversees OrderEase coordination and communication, keeping our systems running smoothly and orders flowing effortlessly. In addition to providing stellar service, she handles essential administrative tasks like filing and bookkeeping, ensuring the operational side of Garden Works stays as strong as our customer relationships. With her dedication to detail, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to making every customer interaction a positive one, Teri plays a key role in keeping Garden Works running smoothly and exceeding customer expectations.