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The Plant Movement PodcastThe Plant Movement PodcastEP60 - Developing Ecologically Safe Products and Applications for the Green Industry | Eric SmithSend us a textIn this milestone episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, we are thrilled to feature Eric Smith, the past president of the Florida Nursery, Growers, and Landscape Association (FNGLA) and the current national sales manager for BioSafe Systems. Eric has dedicated his entire career to the Green Industry, making significant contributions and driving innovation within this vital sector.BioSafe Systems, a leader in chemical manufacturing, specializes in agriculture, horticulture, surface water treatments, and more. Their R&D team, consisting of research staff, chemists, plant pathologists, and several PhDs, is committed to developing...2024-07-091h 03The Plant Movement PodcastThe Plant Movement PodcastEP57 - Transforming Ordinary Outdoor Spaces with Palm Beach Outdoor Design GroupSend us a textWelcome to Episode 57 of The Plant Movement Podcast, where we explore the vibrant world of outdoor design and living. In this episode, we're thrilled to shine a spotlight on a trailblazing company that's redefining outdoor spaces with innovation and elegance: Palm Beach Outdoor Design Group.Established in 2014 by the dynamic father-and-son duo, Joe Mastracchio, Palm Beach Outdoor Design Group has evolved into a powerhouse in the realm of outdoor design and living in Florida. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary retreats, Palm...2024-05-211h 22The Landscaper\'s Guide to Modern Sales & MarketingThe Landscaper's Guide to Modern Sales & Marketing5 Conversations from The Landscape Show in Florida - Starring Rodney the Worm ManWe’ve got some fantastic guests on today’s podcast today from the FNGLA Landscape Show. Listen to the whole episode to learn more about everything from earthworm life cycles to AI developments including: How Eaton Worms is saving the planet with worms & contributing to landscape companies’ sustainabilityThe most critical training component for sales people - with Mike from Artificial Grass WarehouseHow Scapify is Changing the Game for Garden Centers Through eCommerce & AI TechnologyThe hottest plant varieties and trends from Kata at Walters GardensThe benefits of connecting with local college agriculture programs to recruit high-qualified interns and future employe...2023-09-1526 minFNGLA Plant People PodcastFNGLA Plant People PodcastPassing on the Good - Lloyd Singleton and Mark RussellMark Russell (Manager of Landscape Horticulture at the Four Seasons Orlando) and Lloyd Singleton (New Hanover County Cooperative Extension and Arboretum Director) discuss horticulture, theme parks, and the impacts of FNGLA. This episode is a great mix of theme park stories and practical tips. As the nation's largest state nursery and landscape association, FNGLA represents Florida's nursery and landscape industry which generated $31.4 billion total output sales in 2020 and directly employed 266,000+ people. The Plant People Podcast highlights the valuable stories of our industry's contributors and influencers. Produced by UF/AEC's Orange and New Creative Lab.2023-05-021h 30FNGLA Plant People PodcastFNGLA Plant People PodcastA History Rich in Variety and Creativity - Alan and Ellen ShapiroIn this episode, we stroll down memory lane with Alan Shapiro, who in the 1980’s, established one of the most plant diverse nurseries in the southeastern U.S, known initially as San Felasco Nurseries and then as Grandiflora. His journey includes growing up in Miami Beach, attending college at Michigan State, living on a kibbutz in Israel, and returning to Gainesville where he began his career in horticulture. Alan also served as FNGLA president in 1996-97 and was awarded the prestigious Wendell E. Butler Award in 2000. This episode, like Alan's story, is rich in variety and creativity. As...2023-03-171h 13FNGLA Plant People PodcastFNGLA Plant People PodcastCelebrating 50 Years of TPIE - Chris Beytes and Mike RaimondiIn this episode, guest host Chris Beytes reflects with Mike Raimondi on the small group of nursery owners who, sitting around Mike’s kitchen table, founded the Tropical Plant International Expo (TPIE) 50 years ago.  As the nation's largest state nursery and landscape association, FNGLA represents Florida's nursery and landscape industry which generated $31.4 billion total output sales in 2020 and directly employed 266,000+ people. The Plant People Podcast highlights the valuable stories of our industry's contributors and influencers. Produced by UF/AEC's Orange and New Creative Lab.2023-01-1621 minFNGLA Plant People PodcastFNGLA Plant People PodcastThe Interiorscapes Industry: Inception, Impacts, and Insights - Dr. Joe Cialone (Tropical Computers) and David Liu (Foliage Design Systems)Dr. Joe Cialone (owner of Tropical Computers) and David Liu (president and partner of Foliage Design Systems) are two FNGLA friends who continue to be significant players in the foliage and interiorscape side of the green business. You are going to love hearing Joe and David’s stories from the early days of the foliage and interiorscape industry as well as their insights into what is happening now.2022-12-311h 02FNGLA Plant People PodcastFNGLA Plant People PodcastGrowing Opportunity from Adversity - Michel and Veronique Sallin (founders) and Chloe Gentry (co-CEO), Cherrylake & IMG EnterprisesCherrylake founders Michel and Veronique Sallin share their story of relentless dedication and passion for growing people, communities, and ideas. Chloe Gentry talks about co-CEO’ing among three siblings - and how an open mind and spirit brings about unexpected opportunities.2022-11-231h 29FNGLA Plant People PodcastFNGLA Plant People PodcastA Magical Career in Horticulture - Katy Moss WarnerSponsored by Farm Credit Associations of Florida. In this episode, Katy Moss Warner highlights her magical career in horticulture at Walt Disney World As the nation's largest state nursery and landscape association, FNGLA represents Florida's nursery and landscape industry which generated $31.4 billion total output sales in 2020 and directly employed 266,000+ people. The Plant People Podcast highlights the valuable stories of our industry's contributors and influencers. Produced by UF/AEC's Orange and New Creative Lab.2022-10-141h 15FNGLA Plant People PodcastFNGLA Plant People PodcastDear Friends, Fierce Competitors (Part 2) - Harold Jenkins, Erin Jenkins Banas (Jenkins Landscape Co.), and Tommy Aiello (Aiello Landscape)Sponsored by Farm Credit Associations of Florida. In this episode, Harold Jenkins and Erin Jenkins Banas of Jenkins Landscape Co. along with Tommy Aiello of Aiello Landscape share stories of what it was like to work with Florida landscape pioneers, Mr. Gene Jenkins and Mr. Roy Rood, as well as growing up in the landscape business, and the experiences of running their own landscape businesses today. As the nation's largest state nursery and landscape association, FNGLA represents Florida's nursery and landscape industry which generated $31.4 billion total output sales in 2020 and directly employed 266,000+ people. The Plant...2022-09-091h 00FNGLA Plant People PodcastFNGLA Plant People PodcastDear Friends, Fierce Competitors (Part 1) - Harold Jenkins, Erin Jenkins Banas (Jenkins Landscape Co.), and Tommy Aiello (Aiello Landscape)Sponsored by Farm Credit Associations of Florida. In this episode, Harold Jenkins and Erin Jenkins Banas of Jenkins Landscape Co. along with Tommy Aiello of Aiello Landscape share stories of what it was like to work with Florida landscape pioneers, Mr. Gene Jenkins and Mr. Roy Rood, as well as growing up in the landscape business, and the experiences of running their own landscape businesses today. As the nation's largest state nursery and landscape association, FNGLA represents Florida's nursery and landscape industry which generated $31.4 billion total output sales in 2020 and directly employed 266,000+ people. The Plant...2022-09-0938 minFNGLA Plant People PodcastFNGLA Plant People PodcastA Love Story - Kevin and Theresa Riley, Rockledge GardensSponsored by Farm Credit Associations of Florida. In this episode, Kevin and Theresa Riley share their love and story of Rockledge Gardens. Since recording this episode, Kevin and Theresa have retired and sold the business to Brendan Hayes-Morrison and Devon Klingman, friends of the family and admirers of Rockledge Gardens As the nation's largest state nursery and landscape association, FNGLA represents Florida's nursery and landscape industry which generated $31.4 billion total output sales in 2020 and directly employed 266,000+ people. The Plant People Podcast highlights the valuable stories of our industry's contributors and influencers. Produced by...2022-08-1945 minFNGLA Plant People PodcastFNGLA Plant People PodcastPropagating Success - Randy and Ty Strode of AgriStartsSponsored by Farm Credit Associations of Florida. In this episode, Randy and Ty (father and son) share their history and vision of Agristarts, a leading supplier of plant tissue culture starter plants and services.  As the nation's largest state nursery and landscape association, FNGLA represents Florida's nursery and landscape industry which generated $31.4 billion total output sales in 2020 and directly employed 266,000+ people. The Plant People Podcast highlights the valuable stories of our industry's contributors and influencers. Produced by UF/AEC's Orange and New Creative Lab.2022-07-1059 minStreaming ScienceStreaming ScienceState of the Scientific Enterprise During COVID-19: Plants and People: How Florida Landscapers and Nurseries are Handling Changing NeedsIn this podcast, we explore the Florida Landscape and Nursery Industry with Kate Clary, the Director of Strategic Communications for the Florida Nursery, Growers, and Landscape Association. Here, we discuss FNGLA membership and changes made within the organization this year in order to keep the community safe as well as how landscape companies and nurseries are handling the changes of the pandemic.  This episode was made in partnership with the UF/IFAS Office of the Dean for Research.(Music: Inspiring Dub Step AI Technology by TimMoor from Pixabay) 2021-06-0126 minWedgworth Leadership InstituteWedgworth Leadership InstituteWedgworthy Alumni Podcast: Jennifer Parrish, Class IXAs a graduate of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, a product of Florida’s nursery industry, a local leader in her community as well as FNGLA, a Wedgworth Alumni Region IV Co-Director, and an active kickball playing/roller skating wife and mom, Jennifer Parrish applies her leadership in a number of ways. This podcast shares her story growing up with parents active in the nursery business, going through Class IX of WLIANR, and becoming a leader in her various contexts.2019-03-2728 min