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GGIA AWARDS PROGRAM

The Georgia Green Industry Association (GGIA) presents annual awards to recognize green industry professionals for their leadership and selfless contributions to the broader green industry. Nominations are solicited from industry peers, highlighting individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and achievement within our industry. Winners are selected by the GGIA Board of Directors based on criteria such as innovation, impact, and commitment to the advancement of the industry. These awards serve to honor and celebrate the accomplishments of individuals who have made significant contributions to Georgia's green industry.

2024 AWARD RECIPIENTS

2024 Recipients announced at the 2024 Southeast Green Conference and Trade Show

PREVIOUS AWARD WINNERS

LIFETIME
ACHIEVEMENT
DISTINGUISHED PROFESSIONAL
COMMUNICATOR
YOUNG PROFESSIONAL
EDUCATOR
ENVIRONMENTAL FRIEND
GREEN INDUSTRY BUSINESS
2023 GGIA Industry Award Winners
Paul Chappell
Christian Roberson
Melissa Riley
Katie McCollum
David Nichols
Sen. Clint Dixon
Premier Growers
2022 GGIA Industry Award Winners
Bobby Saul
Jeremy Oxford
Becky Griffin
Taylor Endres
Tim Daly
Celine Benoit
Goodness Grows
2021 GGIA Industry Award Winners
Frank Watson
Stewart Chandler
Will Bentley
Ben Coker
Tim Smalley
Tom McCall
2020 GGIA Industry Award Winners
Paul A. Thomas
Michael & Lisa Davis
Lanie Riner
Renee Wright
Shelly Prescott
First Lady Marty Kemp
2019 GGIA Industry Award Winners
Tim Smalley
Mickey Harp
Greg Huber
Sam Brown
David Berle
John Gentry
2018 GGIA Industry Award Winners
Harry Ponder
Tim Thoms
Curt Smith
Jeremy Oxford
Craig Thurmond
Rick Dunn
2017 GGIA Industry Award Winners
John Ruter
Jo Phillips
Keith Mickler
Nate King
Aaron Poulson
Nathan King
2016 GGIA Industry Award Winners
Scott Angle
Brian Jernigan
Matthew Chappell
Jeff Fischer
Todd Hurt
Clark Howard
2015 GGIA Industry Award Winners
Doug A. Bailey
Chris Williams
Paul Pugliese
Betsey Norton
Greg Huber
Perry Walden
2014 GGIA Industry Award Winners
Neal Womack
Skeetter McCorkle
Frank Watson
Matt Bottoms
Paul A. Thomas
Kris Braman
2013 GGIA Industry Award Winners
Teri Hamlin
Gene Brogdon
Stewart Cofer
Lanie and Gray Riner
Greg Huber
Jean Williams-Woodward
2012 GGIA Industry Award Winners
Paul Long
Jerry Lee
Tim Thoms
Will Ross
John Hatfield
Marilyn Hall
2011 GGIA Industry Award Winners
Wilbur Mull
Paul Chappell
Billy Skaggs
Jamie Arrington
Wayne Juers
Dr. Mark van Iersel
2010 GGIA Industry Award Winners
Allan Armitage
Jeff Beasley
Connie Cottingham
Becki van der Walt
Mark Deal
Tom Shannon
2009 GGIA Industry Award Winners
Bill Miller
Bill Ross
Kathy Nguyen
Doug Lake
Matthew Chappell
Ed Klass
2008 GGIA Industry Award Winners
Bob Upson
Wally Pressey
Jenny Hardgrave
Stacy Upson-Fordham
Lorie Felton
Mark Richardson
2007 GGIA Industry Award Winners
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Mary Kay Woodworth
Walter Reeves
Jenny Law
Phil Gibson
Todd Hurt
2006 GGIA Industry Award Winners
Jack & Don McCorkle
Bill Hotz
Skeetter McCorkle
Leah & Ken James
Bodie Pennisi
Bill Miller
2005 GGIA Industry Award Winners
Pete Pike
Mike Sikes
Willie Chance
Chris Butts
Teri Hamlin
Merrill Varn
2004 GGIA Industry Award Winners
Mike Dirr
Joe Napoli
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Luca Gianturco
Gary Minyard
Rep. Bob Hanner
2003 GGIA Industry Award Winners
George Morrel
Wilbur Mull
Jim Midcap
Andy Rogers
Kay Bowman
Mel Garber
2002 GGIA Industry Award Winners
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Pete Pike
Wayne Gardner
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Keith Carnok
Andy Hull
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