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40 Under 40, Class of 2014

Christine Fortman

Company

Berridge Nurseries, Phoenix, Ariz.

Job Title

Secretary/Treasurer

Accomplishments

Worked for a Phoenix public relations firm for 13 years and is now applying those unique skills as a third-generation co-owner and operator of a 76-year-old family business. Elected 2014 president of the Independent Nurseries of Arizona.

Extracurricular

Deep Arizona Roots: A fifth generation Arizonan, Christine is “proud that I have turned every opportunity afforded me into a life experience that helps guide me through thick and thin.”

Fun Facts

Tasty Treat: A cheese crisp smothered in El Pato hot sauce.