THE CREW
Rodney Frazier
President
Founder and President of TFI, Rodney started his career very early. At the age of five, he was selling fruits and vegetables out of a Radio Flyer Wagon by the side of the road. That entrepreneurial spirit has followed him through his career. By the time Rodney was 18 years old, he formed his own landscaping company. Ever the problem solver, at the age of 26, he oversaw the construction of a new greenhouse complex that was over one acre in size and utilized brand new materials and construction methods. In 1999, Rodney founded TFI and continues to manage the company. He can also be found on occasion with shovel in hand on-site. Rodney continually seeks out new challenges in the business world. He currently runs four other companies all involving either a connection to his extensive experience in landscaping and construction. He is an avid traveler and foodie.
Krista Robinson
Project Coordinator & Estimator
Krista joined the team in 2004 as a receptionist which quickly evolved into her current position as Project Coordinator & Estimator. Krista attended Marist College where she studied marketing. She spent several years in service industry and administrative support positions before bringing her expertise to the sports construction industry. Krista can be found on any given day estimating for a new job, preparing crews and supplies for mobilization and coordinating with various states regarding construction regulations. Krista is the foundation of the administration team.
Joe Ranc
Comptroller
Joe joined TFI at almost the point of inception in 1999 as the comptroller. TFI has only ever done one job without Joe on board. He received his Bachelor’s degree in accounting from SUNY Albany in 1988. After graduating he joined an accounting firm in Albany where he obtained his CPA certification. In 1990, Joe returned to the Oneonta area to work for local accounting firm Briglio & Woods. Joe also operates a private CPA practice.
Tyler Ouimet
Specialty Operations Manager
Tyler has been with TFI since 2015. He has helped to develop our unique clamp system, which is the foundation of our process. Prior to TFI, Tyler worked at Sportsfield Specialties, Inc. In his spare time, you will find Tyler outdoors where he enjoys fishing, camping, and golfing.
Jay Frazier
Senior Foreman
Jay joined TFI in 2008. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Economics from SUNY Oneonta. Prior to joining TFI, Jay served as Vice President and oversaw the operations of J.R. Frazier & Sons. He was in charge of the geranium propagation facility, which produced over 5 million plants and had a staff of over sixty-five. He was responsible for the management of staff and general operations for over 23 acres of greenhouses and 10 acres of outdoor landscaping facilities. Jay also has an extensive background in landscaping from his work in Colorado as a landscape crew leader early on in his career. He is married to his partner of over 20 years, Kim, and has two children, Jackson and Makenna. He spends his spare time on the golf course when possible.
Justin Stanley
Senior Foreman
Justin joined TFI in 2002. He was promoted to Senior Foreman in 2008. Prior to joining TFI, Justin worked for two years in the maintenance division of a local factory fixing hydraulic equipment. Justin specializes in trench drains, but has extensive experience in every aspect of the track and field installation business. An avid sports fan, working at Yankee Stadium and Notre Dame College were particularly fun jobs. Justin is married with 2 young daughters. On weekends Justin finds moments of calm and quiet in his fishing hobby.
Adam Sloan
Senior Foreman
Adam joined TFI in 2007. He joined TFI with a wealth of experience and was promoted to Senior Foreman in 2012. He is a certified, apprentice-trained chef, certified boat captain who sailed 40’ Yachts from California through the Panama Canal to Eastern portions of the United States, and has management experience from work at material yard in Florida. Adam studied Building Trades at Morrisville College. While working at TFI, he also helps run his family farm in Gilberstville, NY. Well-traveled and trained in construction, Adam appreciates the diversity of locations that TFI affords him to work. In his limited spare time, he rides motorcycle cross country, snow mobiles, camps, hunts and rides four-wheelers.
Mark Stannard
Senior Foreman
Mark joined TFI in 2007. He was promoted to Senior Foreman in 2013. Prior to joining TFI, Mark has had significant experience with heavy equipment and mechanics. He worked as a fork lifter operator and mechanic for a local garage. He also has experience in manufacturing where he was a molder for an electronics company. Mark joined TFI partly to fulfill his enjoyment of working outside and has since found the athletic construction industry fulfilling. He enjoys all aspects of athletic field installation because it provides him with the opportunity to use his excellent problem-solving skills. In his spare time, Mark “tinkers” with all-terrain vehicles. Mark is married to Gwendolynn. Together they have five daughters: Alayna, Gabriella, Anastasia, Zelda and Ophelia.
Jerry Morse
Yard Manager
Jerry joined Frazier’s Landscaping in 1999. In 2000 started as a laborer with TFI. Jerry is originally from Long Island, but moved to upstate New York as a child. Prior to joining TFI, Jerry worked in several service industry positions. He also worked in Florida constructing parking lot facilities. He has years of experience in grading, foundations and concrete. Jerry is responsible building specialty materials for ever-changing jobsite requirements. Jerry has three children and three grandkids. In his spare time, he builds furniture from pallets.