31st Annual Women In Horticulture Luncheon 

2026 Speaker: Anna Caroline Ball

Anna Caroline Ball is Chairman and CEO of the 120-year-old Ball Horticultural Company, which specializes in all aspects of horticulture, including breeding, biotechnology, production, and marketing of hybrid flower seeds and other floriculture crops. Privately-held and now in its fourth generation of family management, Ball Horticultural Company operates in over 20 countries worldwide.

Anna received her B.A. degree from the University of Colorado and her M.B.A. from Northwestern University. She is a Trustee of The Morton Arboretum and head of the G. Carl Ball Family Foundation. She is the Chairman of Career Vision, an organization focused on the discovery and development of human potential through the development and delivery of aptitude testing and career exploration. Anna lives in Glen Ellyn, Illinois.

Anna's Talk

This talk explores Anna Ball’s career in horticulture through the lens of building and scaling a privately held, family-owned company into a global, multinational organization. Drawing from her experience at Ball, Anna will share insights on navigating industry challenges, driving market growth, and leading with purpose in a constantly evolving landscape.

Central to the conversation are Ball’s core pillars, the “Seeds of Success,” and how these values have guided decision-making, innovation, and long-term growth while staying true to the company’s mission to Color the World. From the importance of open communication and innovation to running toward hard problems and prioritizing integrity and sustainability, Anna will illustrate how these principles translate into real-world leadership.

She’ll close with a forward-looking perspective on where horticulture is headed and how the next generation of women can help shape its future.

Added Bonus

After the luncheon, enjoy time to wander the ever-changing beauty of Denver Botanic Gardens.

Registration 

This event has a history of selling out, so plan to register early!

Member: $75
Nonmember: $90

Tables of 10 are available with table sponsorship. Contact CNGA for more details.

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