Committees

TNLA Committees spearhead project visions, strategize for TNLA Success, offer support and counsel, track progress, manage project/event scope, and mediate conflicts. Their work integrates diverse industry viewpoints into TNLA initiatives, ensuring comprehensive planning and execution.

Workforce Development

The TNLA Workforce Development Committee is comprised of TNLA members with diverse expertise across various Texas based industry segments, such as Nursery Grower, Retail, Supplier, Irrigation, and Landscape. Meeting regularly on an annual basis, this committee oversees the educational offerings, both digital and in-person, for the association. Their responsibilities include keeping the staff updated on the latest trends and topics within the Green Industry and offering insights on expert speakers to enrich the association's members' knowledge base.
​COMMITTEE MEMBERS
  • Rebecca Dubiski, Landscape Art, Inc.
  • Jared Barnes Ph.D, Stephen F. Austin State University
  • Dylan Cantu, TMCNP, Calloway's Nursery Corporate Office
  • Kirt Faulkner TCNP, TCWSP, KBW Supply
  • Greg Fox, Clean Scapes, LP
  • Dr. Charlie Hall, Texas A&M University
  • Chris Hobbs, Austin Wood Recycling
  • James Plyler, Native Texas Nursery
  • Catherine Simpson, Texas Tech University
  • Ryan Kaiser, Just Trees, Inc. 

Certification

The TNLA Certification Committee consists of industry experts holding TNLA Certification. Their main duties involve updating examination tests and study resources, enhancing assessment validation, collaborating with staff to manage program administration, and suggesting adjustments to prerequisites and recertification criteria as necessary.
​COMMITTEE MEMBERS
  • Ryan Laird TCLP, TCWSP, San Jacinto Environmental Supplies
  • Gerald Burgner, Texas A&M University
  • Michael Carter TMCNP, Calloway’s Nursery Corporate Office
  • Kris Darmer TCLP, Yellowstone Landscape
  • Kirt Faulkner TCNP, TCWSP, KBW Supply
  • Heather Fleeger TCNP, Altman Plants
  • McKenna Jenkins TMCNP, Alldredge Gardens
  • Greer Pittman TCNP, Southwest Wholesale Nursery
  • Dylan McCallon, TCLA, Daystar Landscapes, Inc.
  • Will Williams, TCLP, Tricia Quaid Landscape Design, Inc. 

EXPO Gardens

EXPO Gardens originally Parks and Patios, Tarrant County College offers a way for schools and
students to get involved in crafting an enchanting landscape at EXPO, showcasing the harmony
between innovation and natures beauty. Exhibitors can contribute product & allows them a way
to showcase their products.
​Task Force
  • Joseph Johnson, Texas A&M University/AgriLife Extension
  • Rachel Shelton, Absolute Equipment Sales
  • Heather Fleeger, Altman Plants
  • Herman Vess, Retired
  • Tim Little, Heritage Landscape Supply Group
  • Derek Whisenand, Whiz-Q Stone