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Our dedicated research and development (R&D) team passionately explores the latest technologies and scientific breakthroughs to craft revolutionary systems that foster optimal seed sprouting and crop growth. By integrating these discoveries into our solutions, we embrace agility through 3D modeling and printing, allowing us to swiftly prototype new trays and enhance our ability to cultivate diverse crops on a grand scale. Our unwavering commitment
From our founder’s childhood passion to feed the world to global impact:
Join us as we trace the remarkable timeline of Aquatree’s journey.
In his friend’s backyard, our Founder’s quest for
maximizing food growth sparked the initial idea
for AquaTree.
Aquatree Global is Formed and registered as an LLC
AquaPonics research sparks gravity-fed flow design in Aquatree’s journey. First patent filed.
Container-style growing exploration led to the first design, before a pivot to focus on home use. A stackable/modular system evolved through 3D printing and subsequent revisions over three years.
First crops harvested. Lots of water on the kitchen floor.
Design Change to Hydroponics as more advanced organic nutrients became available.
First Injection Molds created and first lights added to the system
New grow mediums were created leading to experimenting and expanding to new crops.
First Ring Light Designed and added
First Freestanding Tower and Container Prototype Created (still under development)
Aquatree relocates to Fort Mill, SC and purchases the new Aquatree HQ Warehouse, and R&D Facility.
Hosted the TEHNS Summit to bring awareness to nutrition and using Food as Medicine.
Reusable Micro Mat, Leafy Green Light, and Garden Lid introduced to the market.
Educating communities on the importance of growing nutrition
Work with World Leaders to place Aquatree Ecosystems containers in areas of need
Large Scale Helical Farming Apparatus first
prototype
Matt Wallace:
Matt Wallace, the President of PDQ South, is our go-to person for all things related to injection molded thermoplastics. With a focus on product design, mold design, and manufacturing, Matt and his team excel in creating innovative solutions. Through lean techniques and out-of-the-box thinking, they help you reduce manufacturing costs while maintaining top-notch quality. Matt’s expertise lies in overseeing the entire process, from part design and rapid prototyping to mold design using CAD software. Trust Matt and his team at PDQ South to deliver exceptional results, helping you bring your plastic injection molded products to life.
Andrew Kellam: Director of Operations
Andrew is a dynamic engineer with a zest for adventure and a knack for process improvement. From the automotive industry to defense, healthcare, and agriculture, he thrives on continuously making operations better for everyone. When he’s not optimizing processes, Andrew embraces exhilarating activities like skiing, hiking, and remodeling homes. Alongside his wonderful family, he is active in their church and together they serve their community through projects, refugee resettlement, and ESL teaching. Now joined with the Aquatree team, he is ready to help bring new products to market that will revolutionize agriculture.
Rich Tucker: Chief Marketing Officer
Rich is an award-winning digital marketing leader with over 17 years of experience marketing travel and cruises, Kickstarter product launches, and fintech products at Credit Karma & Cash App. Before joining Aquatree as CMO, Rich was Head of Marketing for Cash App’s free tax filing product, Cash App Taxes. Rich loves marketing high-quality products that genuinely improve the lives of its customers, which is why he joined the Aquatree Team. Outside of work, Rich is married with a son in the Air Force and a daughter in her final year of High School.
Michael Miranda: Sales Director
Michael brings over 10 years of expertise in the food and beverage industry and an additional decade of leading sales teams as a Director of Sales and Training. His passion for building growth-oriented systems and mentoring teams has enabled numerous successes in sales. Outside of work, Michael enjoys spending quality time with his 9-year-old son and embraces the outdoors. Driven by a mission to help feed the world, he is committed to promoting sustainable solutions that empower individuals to grow their own food at home.
Yemel Ortega: Affiliate Manager
Rooted in the agricultural beginnings on cacao and coffee farms, Yemel has dedicated his professional life to the ag sector. With a PhD in Sustainable Agriculture, he blends field expertise with strategic business acumen, driven by a passion for sustainable growth. Yemel believes in the power of sustained action to achieve aspirations and approaches challenges with truth and transparency. Outside of work, he enjoys biking and practicing martial arts, activities that keep him grounded. His motto, “You can always do more than you think you can,” inspires both his personal and professional endeavors, guiding him to share and help others realize their potential.
Kevin Higgins: Founder / Director of R&D
Kevin Higgins is a visionary entrepreneur who founded both THS National and Grow Local. He is a passionate advocate for sustainable food production and has dedicated his career to developing innovative solutions to address this critical issue. Kevin is the main innovator behind the Aquatree technology, which is revolutionizing the horticulture industry by providing advanced growing systems that are efficient, eco-friendly, and capable of producing high-quality crops. He firmly believes that access to nutritious food is a fundamental human right and is committed to using his expertise to help make the world a better place. Kevin‘s leadership and vision have been instrumental in the success of both THS National and Grow Local, and his contributions to the field of sustainable agriculture are truly remarkable.
The Aquatree has made it possible for anyone, regardless of their gardening experience, to grow their own food and take control of their health.
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