Eason Horticultural Resources (EHR) announced that it has become employee owned through an ESOP structure as of October 1.

“This transition reinforces EHR’s dedication to preserving its long-standing legacy. This new structure promotes a workplace where mutual success is a shared priority and where employees are empowered to actively contribute to its growth, shaping the future of the company as both colleagues and stakeholders,” the company said in the announcement.

The executive management team includes Mike Pezzillo, president and COO; Melanie Byrne, senior vice president of operations and plant product manager; and Tim Iott, senior vice president and CFO. Jim Eason will serve as chairman of the board and head of special projects. Sonney Mosley continues as greenhouse products specialist.

EHR is a National Horticultural Broker based in Ft. Wright, KY. Founded in 1993, EHR serves as a consultant and broker to retail garden center growers, wholesale greenhouse growers, nurseries, and landscapers. EHR is a member of the Oregon Association of Nurseries, AmericanHort, as well as other state organizations where it does business.