The role of the managing director of a nursery chain depends on the stage of growth of the company.In a new start-up, he or she is generally the founder of the business and provides leadership and direction to co-directors and nursery practitioners. As the chain grows, the scope of the role broadens and specific responsibilities are delegated to a structured management team.
The MD of a large nursery chain is employed by the board of directors to run the entire operations of the company. The MD's remit is to implement board decisions and initiatives and to maintain the smooth operation of the business. Directing a team of operations and regional managers, the MD carries out the day-to-day running of the business and initiates change by designing, developing and implementing the strategic plan for the organisation's long-term future.
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