40 Under 40, Class of 2017

Lester Martin

Company

Martin's Home and Garden

Job Title

Owner/General Manager

Accomplishments

  • Purchased 25+-year-old business from family at the age of 28 and developed a team of employees who produce the highest quality plants and make each customer feel like they are a family friend.
  • Garden center has been voted Middle Tennessee’s Favorite Garden Center for 14 years in a row.

Extracurricular

Favorite Vacation Spot: Montana. “This is the state where I met my beautiful wife Marlene. I enjoy going there each year to spend time with my in-laws.”

Fun Facts

R&R Time: Lester likes to relax by snowboarding and skiing





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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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