Who is Bootstrap Farmer? Imagine a company that feels like doing business with a neighbor, with the reliability you can trust your business purchases with, even those that are last minute. Our vision is that our customers feel seen and heard and know that they are not just an order with us. Growers big and small are why we do business- the collective doers make us Bootstrap Farmer. We are here to meet you with commercial quality equipment, reliable service, and supportive resources no matter your growing needs. We Empower Growers What started as a small company in 2015, created to fill an underserved need in the market for heavier duty trays, has grown beyond our expectations. Heavy-duty was just the beginning. Our focus has shifted to USA manufacturing, unparalleled service, and community-supported education for new and experienced growers. Seeing more growers say "No" to single-use plastics, choosing instead to purchase long-lasting products drives us to keep improving our quality and increase environmental sustainability.Creating more USA manufacturing jobs, watching small business owners thrive, and celebrating those out “doing” is our why. Get to Know Us We are a small but mighty team of experienced growers. Our customer support offers guidance and support via phone and email seven days a week. Managing Partner/ CEOBrad, CEO of Bootstrap Farmer, has an overarching view of the daily operations of the company and has his hands in almost every aspect of Bootstrap Farmer whether it be customer service or product development. Logistics and Operations CoordinatorLiz (Brad's wife) is firmly in control of our shipping & logistics. She also assists the customer service team with daily operations and inquiries. Creative DirectorNick is the lead designer for our All-Metal Hoop House kits. He can be heard on the Bootstrap Farmer Podcast, on our YouTube channel, or found behind the scenes, doing media & content.  Technical Support, Sales, Product DevelopmentJulian heads up special projects for Bootstrap Farmer. You can also find him on the sales and tech line where he is ready to assist with greenhouse kits and volume sales. Content Operations ManagerKatie oversees content, media, and partnerships. Outside of work, Katie and her husband run a native tree farm, where they focus on growing species that enrich biodiversity and support natural landscapes. Customer Service ManagerRikki heads up our customer  service team. She loves supporting other growers and is able to help with any growing questions you may have. Rikki is also currently in the process of starting her own flower farm near Nashville. VP  of MarketingJillian is a marketing strategist and dairy farmer with her husband Jackson in Western Massachusetts. You can find her working on the backend of our website and marketing channels as well as contributing to the blog. Customer ServiceAnnie is one of the friendly voices you will reach when you call for customer service. Annie owns Robust Farm, a market garden in Cleveland, Ohio that sells quality produce directly to restaurants.  Sales, OperationsRandy recently joined our team, bringing 11 years of agricultural consulting and service experience. He has a passion for controlled environment and protected culture growing and helping customers get the products and support they need to be successful.  Content EditorEmily keeps our customers informed through our blogs and resources as well as assisting in our customer service department. When she is not working here you can find her running educational programs in the gardens at the Children's Museum of Sonoma County. Customer ServiceKarl is an expert in greenhouse gardening and, alongside his wife, Jadie, the owner of Scrub Creek Microgreens.Karl brings a passion for helping new microgreen growers succeed. Customer ServiceKari has deep roots in the Paris Texas area and is excited to join the Garden/Farming industry as one of our customer sales reps.  A yoga instructor and mom to a very active preschooler, she is passionate about earth friendly and locally grown foods. PhotographyBeth Seliga, from 3 Cats Photo, began as a sports photographer featured in Sports Illustrated, then transitioned to portrait photography, gaining local acclaim and multiple awards. In 2021, Beth ventured into flower farming and now specializes in lifestyle and product photography on her farm for Bootstrap Farmer. Managing Partner/ CEOBrad, CEO of Bootstrap Farmer, has an overarching view of the daily operations of the company and has his hands in almost every aspect of Bootstrap Farmer whether it be customer service or product development. 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You will also catch behind the scenes footage of product manufacturing. Photography by Beth Seliga - 3 Cats Photo Who is Bootstrap Farmer? Imagine a company that feels like doing business with a neighbor, with the reliability you can trust your business purchases with, even those that are last minute. Our vision is that our customers feel seen and heard and know that they are not just an order with us. Growers big and small are why we do business- the collective doers make us Bootstrap Farmer. No matter your growing needs, we are here to meet you with commercial quality equipment, reliable service, and supportive resources. We Empower Growers What started as a small company in 2015, created to fill an underserved need in the market for heavier duty trays, has grown beyond our expectations. Heavy-duty was just the beginning. Our focus has shifted to USA manufacturing, unparalleled service, and community-supported education for new and experienced growers. Seeing more growers say "No" to single-use plastics, choosing instead to purchase long-lasting products drives us to keep improving our quality and increase environmental sustainability.Creating more USA manufacturing jobs, watching small business owners thrive, and celebrating those out “doing” is our why. Get to Know Us We are a small but mighty team of experienced growers. Our customer support offers guidance and support via phone and email seven days a week. Customer ServiceRachel recently joined our customer service team. She runs LoveBug Farms with her partner where they grow a wide variety of heirloom veggies using regenerative practices to produce quality food for their community.  Managing Partner/ CEOBrad, CEO of Bootstrap Farmer, has an overarching view of the daily operations of the company and has his hands in almost every aspect of Bootstrap Farmer whether it be customer service or product development. Logistics and Operations CoordinatorLiz (Brad's wife) is firmly in control of our shipping & logistics and most of our customer inquiries. She also assists the customer service team with daily operations and inquiries.  Product Development, Media, Podcast HostNick is the lead designer for our All-Metal Hoop House kits. He can be heard on the Bootstrap Farmer Podcast, on our YouTube channel, or found behind the scenes, doing media & content.  Technical Support, Sales, Product DevelopmentJulian heads up special projects for Bootstrap Farmer. You can also find him on the sales and tech line where he is ready to assist with greenhouse kits and volume sales. Creative DirectorKatie is in charge of social media posting as well as guiding all media and content for Bootstrap Farmer. Katie and her husband Andy run a conservation tree farm- Russo Tree Farm in rural South Dakota. Customer Service ManagerRikki heads up our customer team. She loves supporting other growers and is able to help with any growing questions you may have. Rikki is also currently in the process of starting her own flower farm near Nashville. Marketing StrategistJillian is a marketing strategist and dairy farmer with her husband Jackson in Western Massachusetts. You can find her working on the backend of our website and marketing channels as well as contributing to the blog. Writer, Customer ServiceEmily assist customers both on the phone and through her information blogs and tutorials. She bootstrapped her Little Rainbow Farm from a side passion into a business that allows her to work at home.  Customer ServiceAnnie is one of the friendly voices you will reach when you call for customer service. Annie owns Robust Farm, a market garden in Cleveland, Ohio that sells quality produce directly to restaurants.  Customer ServiceRachel recently joined our customer service team. She runs LoveBug Farms with her partner where they grow a wide variety of heirloom veggies using regenerative practices to produce quality food for their community.  Managing Partner/ CEOBrad, CEO of Bootstrap Farmer, has an overarching view of the daily operations of the company and has his hands in almost every aspect of Bootstrap Farmer whether it be customer service or product development. 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