MKC Ecological Services LLC | Application Preview
MKC Ecological Services LLC is seeking government grants to enhance their operations in Effingham, Illinois. The funding will primarily focus on training new employees for pesticide applicator licenses and drone pilot certification. Additionally, the funds will support the purchase of herbicide inventory and a secure cabinet for safe storage.
Over the next five years, MKC plans to expand its workforce and the range of services provided. This includes taking on state contracts for animal surveys and conducting prescribed burns in natural areas. They aim to stand out in their market by offering unique services that are not widely available.
The application emphasizes the qualifications and dedication of the lead manager, who holds a Bachelor's degree in Zoology. MKC has established strong relationships with biologists, foresters, and private clients, particularly for herbicide application and removal of non-native plant species. With hard-working individuals at the helm, the company is committed to enhancing local natural habitats.
MKC faces little competition in the area, as no other businesses offer their specific services. Their strong ties with state agencies and focus on exceptional customer service have given them a competitive edge in land management. The organization is dedicated to improving both the environment and the overall quality of wildlife in Illinois.
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General Information
Business Registration Number: 87-4476526
Location: Effingham, IL, United States
Length of Operation: 1-5
Number of Employees: 1-10 Employees
Annual Gross Income: Less than $100k
Annual Gross Expense: Less than $100k
Open to Loans: NO
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Funding Usage
Funding would be used for training new employees on safe pesticide applicator's license and drone pilot certification. Funding would also be used to purchase herbicide inventory and a secured metal locker cabinet to properly and safely store the herbicide in.
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Business Plan
During the next five years MKC Ecological Services plans to have an addition crew to complete contracts and private work. Also, MKC Ecological plans to start performing animal surveys for state contracts and prescribed burns of prairie and woodland natural areas. Overall MKC Ecological plans to expand not only in employees and territory covered, but with services provided to customers that many businesses do not offer. MKC Ecological Services is a small business based in Effingham Illinois. The lead manager has a Bachelor's degree in Zoology from Southern Illinois University and is very passionate about the work provided. Over the past two years, MKC Ecological Services has developed relationships with many Illinois Department of Natural Resources Biologist and Foresters in addition to serval private clients that exclusively deal with MKC for all Non Native Plants Species herbicide application and removal. Overall, MKC is a ran by hard working individuals that love the work they provide and enjoy making the natural areas a better more natural place for wildlife quality.
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Self Identified Competition
Fortunately for MKC there is no competitor in our area that offers the services we do. The are businesses that we work with closely such as loggers. There is no other company in the surroding area of Effingham Illinois that provides land management services like MKC Ecological Services. We have built trusting relationships with state agencies and private clients and provide great customer service. MKC Ecological is about not only helping people, but the natural habitat of Illinois for native plant and animal species.
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