May 2022 - 22

40 UNDER 40
David Hawley
PRINCIPAL SCIENTIST
FLUENCE
AUSTIN, TEXAS
Accomplishments:
* Worked on a series of research
projects that ultimately led to
the development of company's
core top-light spectral
products.
* Discovered mechanisms
through which we can
manipulate cannabinoid
and terpene production in
cannabis plants by modifying
the light spectra.
Off the Clock:
When he's not working, David enjoys playing and listening
to music. " I have perfect pitch. I can hear a musical note
and tell you exactly which one it is from the sound. " He
also enjoys woodworking, exercise and fitness, drone
cinematography, and working on home renovation projects.
Fast Learner:
David learned how to skate and completed a winter
triathlon, with skating, skiing, and running, in the span of
three months.
Erica Hernandez
CEA TECHNICAL SPECIALIST
GRIFFIN GREENHOUSE SUPPLY
SALEM, OREGON
Accomplishments:
* Erica has published a number of informational and technical
articles creating reliable and practical content that the
company's grower customers can rely on.
* Studied for and passed the California Pest Control Adviser exams
earlier this year, obtaining her PCA license so she can give
pesticide application advice in California.
A Hard-Earned Degree:
Erica earned her MS degree
from Cornell University with Neil
Mattson's oversight. " Pursuing a
master's while conducting several
research projects was a test of
endurance, one that I am proud to
have made it through. "
Pool Shark?
Before COVID, Erica played pool
competitively. " I love it! Men and
women have an equal advantage
at the pool table. It can be an
intellectually engaging game when
played with the right mindset. "
Mandie Hoidas
SENIOR BUSINESS SYSTEMS
ANALYST/MASTER DATA MANAGER
VAUGHAN'S HORTICULTURE
NAPERVILLE, ILLINOIS
John Hyslip
OPERATIONS MANAGER
GRIFFIN GREENHOUSE SUPPLY
TEWKSBURY, MASSACHUSETTS
Accomplishments:
* Obtained her Certified Supply Chain
Professional certificate, which " really
tested how well I could transition
back into 'student' mode during my
evenings and weekends. "
* In her first year with the company,
hired more than 20 people, which
more than doubled the customer
service department, to align with the
growth strategy for the company.
She Can Stretch a Dollar:
" I've recently gotten into the
phenomenon of, I'll call it, semiextreme
digital couponing for household
products. " It allows her to donate items that she
pays little to nothing for to a local church.
She's a Voracious Reader:
Reading has always been a huge passion of
Mandie's. In 2021, she wanted to read at least 200
books. She read 203! " The library is a dear friend! "
Accomplishments:
* Responsible for overseeing the company's West Coast
Expansion Project, opening two new distribution facilities in
Denver, Colorado, and Salem, Oregon, including outfitting
both facilities with the necessary sales, operational, and
management team members.
* John is an integral part of managing the company's entire
production flow of supplies and products to ensure that
customers/growers receive their supplies.
Book That Makes Him Think:
" The Psychopath Test " by Jon Ronson.
" It is a stark contrast to how Griffin
operates, and quite extreme, but I've
always enjoyed learning about all
different types of business practices
and the psychology of the human
mind. "
Quick with a Quiche:
John says one of his hidden talents is
" the ability to cook the best-tasting
quiche, with homemade tart, in the
country! "
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