Texas Discovery Gardens

Texas Discovery GardensTeam 2John Bloom, Michael Hebron, Lucy Gonzalez, Matthew Harden1Judy Meaghers BackgroundMaster GardenerMaster NaturalistMember of Texas Master Gardeners Association, Dallas County Master Gardeners Association, White Rock Lake Park GardensVolunteered with TheDallas Arboretumand Botanical Gardens4 year volunteer with TDG (Current)Greatest Challenge: Judy does not have any challenges because she loves her job and contribution to TDG as a volunteer.2TDG ImprovementsManagement structure, hierarchy of authority.Overall attitude of staff members and to establish a team oriented workplace.Communication and support of volunteers by staff.Recognition of volunteers efforts and roles.

3SuggestionsExpansion of the educational departmentDevelopment of more classes and workshopsImplementation of classes into their educational programOpen greenhouse to the public. House native species of butterflies relevant to environment4TDG in ThreeStaff members evolving into a more welcoming and helpful demeanor.Increase in membership and customersFocus more on the uniqueness of TDGEquip visitors with the ability to apply what they have learned.5Revenue StimulationCollective marketingHeavy event promotionIncreasing TDG plant salesUtilizing the vacant landSelling seeds generated on-siteReturn butterfly house to native butterflies

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