VP of Operations, Paul Schinner

SCHINNER NAMED OPS. VP OF CINCINNATI BASED MOTZ GROUP

Cincinnati, OH -  (February 23, 2012) - The Motz Group,LLC, (TMG) a leader in design and installation of natural and synthetic turf, announced Paul Schinner’s promotion to Vice President of Operations, effective February 1. 

“For almost two decades at The Motz Group, Paul has demonstrated excellence in integrity, work-ethic, loyalty and customer service.  I’m excited to watch Paul move into this new role and further develop our expanding operations capabilities.”," said Zach Burns, President of TMG.

Schinner, who has been with TMG for over 18 years, studied business management at Ashland University and University of Cincinnati.  He began his turf career as a co-op student from Cincinnati State’s Horticulture and Turf Management Program.  “My first job was maintaining the turf and properties at the College Football Hall of Fame, Spinney Field, the Bengals practice fields, and Midland baseball fields.”  When he joined the TMG team he installed PAT® systems all over the United States, Brazil, Australia, Olympic venues, NFL and MLB fields. 

Schinner’s VP responsibilities include overseeing all production, estimating, bidding, budgets, and synthetic and natural field installations.  “I am very proud and humbled by the opportunities presented to me over the past 18 years at The Motz Group. I enjoy coming to work every day and being surrounded by the best and brightest team in the business and look forward to the challenges that the future holds.”

Paul and his wife Ulrika reside in Milford with their two children.

About TMG:

The Motz Group is an athletic field construction company that designs and installs world- class synthetic and natural turf playing systems all over the globe.  They specialize in professional, collegiate and high school athletics, as well as parks and recreation.  TMG is known locally for its work with the Cincinnati Reds, Cincinnati Bengals, many area high schools including Mariemont, Summit Country Day and Moeller and known nationally for work with the LA Dodgers, Miami Dolphins, THE Ohio State University and two Super Bowls.

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TMG Names New President

Cincinnati based The Motz Group announces new President

Cincinnati, OH -  (February 16, 2012) - The Motz Group, LLC, (TMG) a leader in design and installation of natural and synthetic turf, announces the selection of Zach Burns, as their new president, effective February 1. 

Joe Motz, CEO of TMG said, “It was extremely important that we find a strong leader who would build on the foundation already in place at TMG. Zach possesses all of the tools needed to be an effective leader and meshes perfectly into the corporate culture we have successfully fostered. It has given me great personal satisfaction to coach and mentor Zach. I know he will lead this company with integrity. His broad product knowledge, relationships with clients and peers and strategic vision make him the ideal person to guide The Motz Group into the future.”

Burns began working with TMG in early 2008 with his focus on sales and marketing.  Working up through the ranks from installing fields to Director, then Vice President and will now serve as President for The Motz Group.

“From project inception through construction and on-going maintenance, Zach and his capable team work hand in hand with field owners to ensure an excellent experience.” Says Darian Daily, Head Grounds Keeper of Paul Brown Stadium, home of the Cincinnati Bengals.

On his promotion to President, Burns said “I’m thrilled and honored with the opportunity to lead TMG into the future.  For over 35 years, TMG has been synonymous with cutting edge innovation, safe and high quality products, and best in class customer service.  Our team is committed to this mission, which allows us to exceed customer expectations.”

Burns is actively involved with the Synthetic Turf Council and Vistage International. Burns earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Organizational Behavior and Management at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. As a tight end for the Bears, he earned 1st-Team All American and All-Ivy honors during his football career.  Zach resides in his childhood hometown of Lebanon, Ohio with his wife Jennifer and their three children.

About TMG:

The Motz Group is an athletic field construction company that designs and installs world- class synthetic and natural turf playing systems all over the globe.  They specialize in professional, collegiate and high school athletics, as well as parks and recreation.  Some notable projects include fields for the Cincinnati Bengals, Cincinnati Reds, Miami Dolphins, The Ohio State University, LA Dodgers and two Super Bowls.