Empowering the Next Generation

Seed Your Future Kicks Off National Green Career Week Empowering the Next Generation of Horticulture Leaders and Professionals

Alexandria, VA– September 30, 2024 – Seed Your Future, the national movement to promote horticulture and inspire people to pursue careers in the green industry, is thrilled to announce the start of Green Career Week, beginning this week. Running from September 30, 2024, to October 4, 2024, this highly anticipated event will connect industry professionals with educators, students, and aspiring horticulturists to showcase the wide range of rewarding careers in the green industry. Green Career Week is designed to bridge the gap between students and professionals, offering a handson opportunity to introduce the next generation to careers in horticulture, floriculture, landscaping, urban farming, environmental conservation, and more. This year's event will feature in-person and virtual engagements with businesses, schools, and youth organizations across the nation, highlighting exciting opportunities and pathways into green professions.

Industry Engagement: Why It Matters

Now more than ever, the green industry needs passionate, skilled individuals ready to lead the charge in sustainability and innovation. Green Career Week gives industry leaders a unique opportunity to step forward, share their knowledge, and mentor the next generation of green professionals.

“We are calling on horticulture businesses, educational institutions, and organizations across the country to join us during Green Career Week to inspire students and future leaders,” said Jazmin Albarran, Executive Director of Seed Your Future. “This is an incredible opportunity to shine a spotlight on the wide array of careers in horticulture, show the value of green careers, and help ensure a strong, vibrant future for our industry.”

How to Get Involved

Industry professionals can participate in Green Career Week by hosting events, providing virtual classroom presentations, leading facility tours, or offering mentoring sessions for students interested in the green industry. Seed Your Future provides a wide range of resources, including sample activities and outreach tools, to make participating easy for industry partners of all sizes.

Participating in Green Career Week is a meaningful way to: 

• Inspire the next generation of professionals in horticulture and other green careers. 
• Strengthen connections between industry leaders and educators. 
• Showcase your company’s dedication to sustainability, growth, and innovation. 
• Help build a pipeline of future talent for the industry. 
• Share the passion professionals in this industry have for the work, from growing the produce to the plants and flowers that impact someone’s mental health. 

Join Us in Making a Difference

Seed Your Future invites all industry professionals and businesses to get involved in Green Career Week and be a part of this nationwide effort to cultivate curiosity, passion, and interest in green careers. With your support, we can continue to grow awareness, inspire action, and ensure that today’s students become tomorrow’s leaders.

Can’t participate this fall? Start planning for the spring, March 3, 2024, to March 7, 2024. Download the toolkit at www.seedyourfuture.org/green-career-week Green Career Week - Seed Your Future to participate. Jazmin Albarran, Executive Director is available for interviews upon request.

### About Seed Your Future

Seed Your Future is the movement to promote horticulture and inspire people to pursue careers working with plants. We envision a world where everyone understands the power of plants and is aware of the promising careers in the art, science, technology, and business of horticulture. To support Seed Your Future’s ongoing efforts, please visit: Seed Your Future Donation Page. For more information, visit seedyourfuture.org