Ryan Overdevest
Company
Overdevest Nurseries
Job Title
Chief Financial Officer
Accomplishments
- Developed new process to streamline the company’s weekly plant evaluation process by eliminating double data entry and using wireless tablets.
- Uses his business background to enhance operations and has instituted cost-saving measures at the nursery paying careful attention to freight and labor costs while increasing productivity.
Extracurricular
Ryan was a First Team Academic All-American in high school and college soccer. During his senior year of college, he received an award named after famous alum and comedian John Stewart for having the most positive influence on the team’s attitude.
Fun Facts
During his senior year at The College of William & Mary, Ryan “very briefly” met Queen Elizabeth II during the college’s 2007 Charter Day celebration.
More 40 Under 40
Video Library 
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.
