40 Under 40, Class of 2014

Betsy (Kollman) Bresky

Company

Four Star Greenhouse, Carleton, Mich.

Job Title

Trial Manager

Accomplishments

As a member of team that directs the breeding and selection of a national plant brand, has helped improve the trialing processes used to evaluate and bring new plant varieties to market. During graduate school at Cornell University, did extensive research in the breeding of alstroemeria.

Extracurricular

Favorite Hobby: “I love cooking. I’m fairly fearless when it comes to concocting complicated meals. Yes, I mess them up sometimes, but when they work they’re really good!”

Fun Facts

That Spartan Sound: As a trumpet player at Michigan state University, Betsy’s musical skills have been seen and heard at Big Ten Tournaments, NCAA Tournaments, a bowl game and numerous other events.





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GPN recognizes 40 industry professionals under the age of 40 who are helping to determine the future of the horticulture industry. These individuals are today’s movers and shakers who are already setting the pace for tomorrow.
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