Meet The Experts
This space is dedicated to connecting IGC’s with industry thought leaders, consultants and web developers from across North America.
Find the right expert for your next project.
Web Development
Marketing and Content
IGC Now and Sow and Dipity
Author, Marketing, Content Writer and Speaker. Background as a buyer and retail garden centre management has given Shelley the boots on the ground experience in marketing for IGC’s. Trend spotter and well established influencer for horticulture products and brands.
Web Design and Ecomm
CEO Alsip Nursery, Co-Owner True Mtn Marketing
Graphic Design, Branding, Marketing, SEO, Web Design, Web Development, Logo Design, Amazon SEO, Marketing Consulting, Social Media, and Photography. Richard’s background in the retail garden centre management gives him a unique perspective on IGC marketing needs.
Consulting and In-Store Design
Renovation and Design
Growing Places Marketing
In-store design, renovation and branding programs exclusively for independent retail garden centers and farm markets. Judy’s 20 years of experience in advertising and promotion has made her a favorite speaker at industry events and sought after consultant.
Product Development
CEO Hort Couture Plants, LLC
Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Team Building, Public Speaking, and Product Development. Chief Executive Officer for Greenbrier Nurseries Inc. Jim’s innovative approach to marketing spearheaded the jump to take Hort Couture plants to on-line sales and is currently featured on QVC.
Business Consultant
CEO Horticultural Advantage
Assess core strengths, competitive environment and financial conditions to help business owners develop short-term and long-term business strategies. Sid provides business expertise and extensive leadership development to small to medium horticultural businesses.
Marketing / Financial Analysis
Professor at Texas A&M University
Research, teaching, & extension areas of specialization include strategic management, market situation/outlook, cost accounting, and financial analysis for Green Industry firms. Charlie is a highly respected and internationally known speaker at horticultural industry shows.
