"Thank you, Melinda, for your wonderful presentation for the lecture series at the 2007 Philadelphia Flower Show. Your confidence and ability was an asset to our wonderful line-up of presenters. Your presentation was a marvelous horticultural experience for all our visitors. The Flower Show is much richer because of your expertise and how well you shared your knowledge." - Marilyn Reynolds, The Philadelphia Flower Show

"Melinda's presentations are always a big hit with attendees at our Northwest and San Francisco Garden Shows." - Janet Endsley, Seminar Manager

"Melinda was probably the main influence on our daughter finding her academic way while she studied under Melinda at MATC. She lit the academic fire in our daughter to pursue a career in horticulture."

"Enthusiastic, knowledgeable, always likes to laugh!"

"Excellent, funny, very appropriate info, lots of audience involvement."

"[Melinda] had the exact right mix of content, humor and audience interaction."

"Your enthusiasm and love of what you do truly shine through."

"You were a huge hit—all the attendees were asking was, 'Where can I see Melinda?'"

"Our staff thoroughly enjoyed your presentation. They found your slides, plants and information very interesting, and learned what they can apply in their everyday work with young children."

"Your dedication to our field and your positive influence on our membership is immeasurable."

"Your dedication to horticulture, the environment, the fantastic benefits derived from gardening and teaching others your passion for combining soil, seeds and sun helped make our event a success.” – Chris Landowski, Garden Dreams 2006