May | June 2010 INDUSTRY NEWS
Becki van der Walt: Distinguished Young Professional
When asked if she likes her job, Becki VanderWalt re- plies, “Yes, but I miss people
over 4 feet tall”. Despite what you may be thinking, Becki is not holding down a position with the Munch- kins or the Oompa-Loompas. She is actually, quite lovingly, referring to her sons, Garrett and Henry who are almost always by her side.
You see, not only does Becki work in the industry; she does so while also staying at home and raising her two boys. In doing so, she also finds time to be a leader within GGIA, serving as the President of the Floriculture Division and served as a board member of the former Georgia Flower Growers Association. Her warm smile and welcoming personality are genuine but behind them lies a determined professional who works hard in all she does.
Becki’s career in the green industry began at The Uni-
versity of Georgia where she obtained a BSA in Hor- ticulture with a minor in Spanish in 1998. Her poten- tial and leadership were recognized early on Becki is still a favorite of many UGA professors. Following graduation, she worked as a buyer for industry leader Joe Burns at Color Burst and later as a manager with Mobley Plant Farm. She speaks fondly of Joe and the Mobley family and credits each of them with contrib- uting to her growth in the industry.
Currently, Becki and her husband Tommy operate Pi- oneer Tree Farm. Becki works from home and main- tains the books. The pair also operates Horticultural
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