Jim Dostal

Jim Dostal is an experienced horticulture professional with a strong background in greenhouse management and sales. Currently serving as the Assistant Head Grower at Emerald Coast Growers since September 2021, Jim previously held positions including Salesman/Grower at Esbenshades Greenhouse from April 2004 to September 2021 and Owner/General Manager at Keystone Growers from June 1993 to December 2000. Earlier career highlights include serving as General Manager at Hellbergs Greenhouses and working as a Salesman and Technical Representative at Growers Technical Services. Jim began career roots in horticulture as a General Laborer at Takneri Gartneri in Denmark and an Assistant Manager at Nurseymens Exchange. Jim holds a Bachelor's degree in Horticulture/Greenhouse Management from Penn State University, earned between 1978 and 1982.