Photo courtesy of McHutchison
McHutchison has hired Ken McVicker as its nursery director of sales .
With more than 25 years of experience in sales and marketing, he brings extensive leadership, professional expertise and strategic insight to the McHutchison team.
McVicker is a well-known figure in the nursery industry, where he has held key roles at both Van Essen Nursery and Woodburn Nursery, which was his most recent stop before joining McHutchison. His long-standing relationships and proven track record in improving sales performance make him an ideal addition to the company’s leadership team.
“We are very excited to welcome Ken to our organization,” said McHutchison President Ken Turrentine. “His valuable experience and industry knowledge will be instrumental as we continue building our position as the leading nursery broker. Ken’s collaborative approach and deep supplier insight will bring immediate value to our team and customers.”
In his new role, McVicker will work to advance McHutchison’s nursery strategy, strengthen vendor relationships and drive continued growth across the organization.
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