FNGLA Staff
Executive Team
spattison@fngla.org
Shawn brings more than a decade of experience supporting national organizations during periods of growth and transition. Previous roles include national field director for Concerned Veterans for America and vice president of ...
esingh@fngla.org
Eddie joined the FNGLA team in 1994 and manages financial operations for FNGLA, the FNGLA-PAC, FNGLA Foundation and the National Horticulture Foundation, which FNGLA administers. Eddie also oversees human resources...
Communications and Public Relations
kclary@fngla.org
Kate manages FNGLA's digital assets, working strategically to advance association programming and member experience.
sfry@fngla.org
Shannon assists in strengthening FNGLA’s impressive portfolio of digital media channels including websites, social media and email newsletters. Shannon’s previous communications and marketing experience includes stops at.....
Continuing Education and Career Development
mmott@fngla.org
Merry joined the FNGLA family in 1994. She is director of FNGLA's industry certifications and workforce development. Merry is a University of Florida graduate and enjoys spending time with her husband and Boston Terrier.
lreindl@fngla.org
Linda joined FNGLA's staff in 1993. She manages FNGLA's development and delivery of educational programs and is the administrator for the National Horticulture Foundation (NHF). Linda was born and raised in Wisconsin and earned ...
gweitermann@fngla.org
Gary Weitermann manages FNGLA's industry certifications. He previously served as chair of FNGLA’s Certification Committee and received FNGLA's 2019 Outstanding Volunteer Award.
eelsberry@fngla.org
A native of Ruskin, Florida, Erin Elsberry comes to the association with 21 years of experience as a high school agriscience teacher in Hillsborough County, and four years of experience working with UF/IFAS Extension.
Trade Shows
jernst@fngla.org
Jason works with FNGLA’s trade show exhibitors focusing on trade show logistics and operations. He was born in Arlington Heights, IL and is a graduate of the University of Hartford where he earned a bachelor’s in music education...
Finance and Administration
wstrauss@fngla.org
Wayne joined the FNGLA team in 2004. He is responsible for FNGLA's information technology operations. Wayne earned degrees in Electronics/Computer Technology and Business from Florida Technical College. Wayne enjoys edible ...
twise@fngla.org
Toni started with FNGLA in 2005. Raised in Missouri, Toni graduated from Missouri Western State University with a B.S. in Management. She coordinates FNGLA's financial accounts and invoicing. Toni enjoys vacationing in the Hawaiian..
ubeasley@fngla.org
A "Seinfeld" buff, U'Landa sits at the helm of the front reception area serving as Administrative Assistant for FNGLA. She assists staff with various projects, processes certification and membership renewals and is most often ...
Member Services
bdeal@fngla.org
Billy manages FNGLA's relationships with exhibitors and sponsors. He’s a familiar face across nearly all of the Association’s industry events including chapter meetings, trade shows – and his personal favorite, the Action ...
spellerin@fngla.org
Sandra joined the FNGLA team in April 2018 to serve in a variety of tasks including chapter support, member recruiting and retention. Sandra oversees FNGLA's Member Discount Provider program, association advertising and ...