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Zen Genius
Joe Baer is Co-Founder, CEO and Creative Director of ZenGenius, Inc. From humble beginnings as a visual merchandiser for Lazarus Department Store in O
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
Dr. Bahder specializes in insect vector ecology, specifically in vector discovery of new and emerging pathogens that cause economic loss in agricultural and ornamental cropping systems
Kerby’s Nursery & Landscaping, Inc.
Joey Bokor currently serves as CEO of Kerby’s Nursery & Landscaping, Inc., a family-owned business with deep roots in the Seffner, Florida, community.
National Interiorscape Network (NIN)
Vicky has been developing and giving Tech-Training programs for the Interiorscape industry and private companies for over 40 years.
The Biophilic Design Institute
Nicole Craanen, MFA, NCIDQ, WELL-AP, LEED Green-Associate, ANFT, is the founder of The Biophilic Design Institute, where she teaches professional arch
UF Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center
Braham Dhillon, Ph.D., is a molecular plant pathologist working on fungal pathogens of palms, other woody plants and crops of agricultural significance.
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
Dr. Jeb Fields is a UF production horticulturist serving Florida's nursery industry, addressing soilless substrate science, irrigation & fertilizer management, whole plant-water relations and plant abiotic stress physiology.
GARDEN CENTER CONSULTANTS
Erik Dietl-Friedli has worked in Garden Retail for over 35 years helping both small and large garden centers exceed goals and gain national prominence.
Cityscapes Plant Care INC.
Goodman is the visionary founder and CEO of Cityscapes Inc, a premier plantscape provider that transforms the built environment through the power of p
Boston Cityscapes
Samantha Goodman is the Vice President of Sales and Operations at Boston Cityscapes, where she is dedicated to creating exceptional experiences for both clients and employees.
Zen Genius
As Business Development Manager for ZenGenius, Inc., a visual merchandising and event design agency headquartered in Columbus Ohio, Meg Lefeld is comm
Michael McCullough Advisors
Michael McCullough is a business development advisor and educator with more than 18 years of experience in landscape architecture, interior plantscaping, and the design/build industry.
University of Florida
Dr. Mica McMillan is the Assistant Professor of Palm Horticulture at the Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center. She has worked as a researcher in the agriculture, turfgrass and media industries focused on developing chemistries to improve plant and soil health.
UF Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center
Dr. Moore’s research, teaching, and extension programs focus on sustainable nutrient management solutions for ornamental plants.
Planterra
Shane Pliska is president and CEO of Planterra. He oversees the company’s three divisions of corporate plantscaping, floral and display production, and events services. Shane is active with community non-profits and serves on the board of the West Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce.
RedRock Leadership, Inc.
Jeff Ruby, Author of RedRock Leadership: Transform Your Company and Unleash the Potential for Exponential Growth
Natura
Heather Ruiz's HR experience includes recruiting, training and development, employee engagement, and department management.
SALISBURY GREENHOUSE
Rob Sproule is the Co-Owner and Visionary of Salisbury Greenhouse, a renowned Top 100 Independent Garden Center in Alberta, Canada. He's an internationally recognized industry strategist, a prominent speaker, leadership coach, and author of four gardening books.
Buglady Consulting
Suzanne Wainwright-Evans is a horticultural entomologist specializing in integrated pest management. Suzanne has been involved in the Green Industry for more than 30 years with a primary focus on biological control and using pesticides properly.
GARDEN CENTER CONSULTANTS
Dave Williams is a fourth-generation garden center owner and former president of the Garden Centers of America (GCA). Dave directed Williams Nursery in Westfield, NJ, for nearly four decades, transforming it into a thriving hub for plant lovers and horticultural enthusiasts. Under his leadership, Williams Nursery became known for its diverse plant selection, innovative gardening solutions, and exc
