GOOD EARTH CHULA VISTA - Key Persons
Jim Mumford, a long time San Diego resident, began his career in 1977 with the opening of Good Earth Plant & Flower Company, a flower "bucket stand" in downtown San Diego. Over four decades later, Mumford is an award winning plantscaper, green roof and living wall designer, a sought after speaker and a recipient of numerous local and national awards. He is widely recognized for his work with the architectural and design communities, and is well known for his innovative leadership in the industry. Mumford contributes his time and shares his knowledge and experience through industry leadership roles.
Due to his pioneering efforts and leadership role in bringing skill, creativity, and beautiful environments to local and national clients including hospitals, resorts, universities, restaurants, and private homeowners, Mumford was named an "Eco-Warrior" by San Diego Magazine and has been featured as a green building expert by local and national print and broadcast media including. Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger selected Mumford as a California "Entrepreneur of the Year."
Mumford's professional interests increasingly incorporate the health and wellness benefits of nature in the built environment and the biophilic connection of human beings to nature. As a result, Mumford has embraced modern thinking about the wellness benefits of cannabis, leveraging his vast experience in agricultural business and botanic cultivation at the highest levels to push the nascent industry toward quality control and transparent operations.