Conferences & Event Speaking
Speaking Topics May Include:
Signature Keynotes:
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Planting a New Season: Reinvention, Courage, and Creating the Life You Imagine
It is never too late to grow something new. Merrie shares her personal journey of reinvention — taking risks, embracing change, and building a business and life rooted in passion and purpose. Through stories from the farm, audiences discover how to recognize new opportunities, trust the process, and create their own next season.
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Bloom Where You Are Planted: Finding Growth, Purpose, and Possibility
Every season brings uncertainty. Every seed requires faith. Drawing from the unexpected lessons of farming, Merrie inspires audiences to embrace change, discover new possibilities, and cultivate a life filled with purpose, connection, and growth.
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Growing Through Change: Lessons in Resilience, Adaptability, and Success
The garden is one of life’s greatest teachers. Through stories from the farm, Merrie explores how resilience, patience, adaptability, and intentional growth are not only essential for cultivating flowers — they are essential skills for navigating change, overcoming challenges, and thriving in life and business.
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Agriculture &Entrepreneurship Sessions:
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The Dahlia Journey: From Underground Tubers to Extraordinary Blooms
Dahlias are more than flowers — they are a story of passion, patience, and possibility. Merrie shares the fascinating journey behind one of the most beloved specialty cut flowers, exploring the art and science of growing dahlias, the challenges of production, and why these extraordinary blooms have captured the hearts of gardeners and growers around the world.
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The Business of Growing Flowers: Passion Meets Entrepreneurship
Behind every beautiful bouquet is a complex business. Merrie takes audiences behind the scenes of building a specialty cut flower farm — from choosing profitable crops and developing multiple revenue streams to marketing, storytelling, customer connection, and creating a recognizable brand in a competitive marketplace.
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Growing More Than Flowers: Building a Business and Life With Intention
A flower farm is built one decision, one season, and one seed at a time. Merrie shares her journey of transforming a passion into a thriving business while creating a life aligned with purpose, creativity, and personal values. This conversation explores entrepreneurship, reinvention, community, and the courage to design a business around the life you want to live.
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Conferences and More
Perfect For:
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Agricultural conferences
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Farm and horticulture events
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Women in agriculture programs
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Business and entrepreneurship events
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Gardening and horticulture organizations
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Community education programs
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Professional and industry gatherings
A Speaker Who Brings More Than a Presentation
Merrie’s presentations combine education, humor, honesty, and behind-the-scenes stories from the farm. Audiences leave inspired with a deeper appreciation for the work behind locally grown flowers — and the courage it takes to build something from the ground up.
For conference keynote presentations, educational sessions, and event speaking opportunities, please inquire for availability and pricing.
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For more details and booking — contact Merrie directly for the perfect event.