Team

President
As a third generation Californian and second generation San Franciscan, Don is also President of Pacific Nurseries. He earned his degree in ornamental horticulture at the University of California, Davis. His hands-on experience includes 15 years of success as a landscape contractor. Don gives back and remains connected to the landscape community through education, support and involvement in organizations including Pacific Horticulture and the San Francisco Botanical Garden. His “feel good” satisfaction comes from knowing the Bay Area is greener and more beautiful by helping his customers succeed. icon-envelope

Vice President
After 15 years of running a successful commercial photography business, Julie came to Pacific Nurseries in 1997 when she and Don Baldocchi bought the company. She spent the next ten years working with Don and the team of devoted employees to develop Pacific Nurseries into the quality operation it is now. Currently she works remotely dividing her time between working on marketing, integrating new technologies and her photography. icon-envelope

Purchasing + Dispatch
Don began his career in the nursery business as a young assistant at Pacific Nurseries. He continued his work while earning a bachelor’s degree at the University of California, Davis in Agricultural Economics and Business Management. Don worked at Pacific Nurseries for over twenty-two years, then moved on to earn experience in landscape construction and management on municipal and commercial projects. He returned to Pacific Nurseries where he brings new insights and valuable market experience that helps us meet the needs of landscape professionals. icon-envelope

Customer Service + Sales
Hugo began working for Pacific Nurseries in 2015 as a sales and customer service representative. His history includes work with several Bay Area retail nurseries in sales, purchasing and management. He also has experience as an independent landscape consultant. Hugo brings unique customer experience to the wholesale nursery business and enjoys helping our customers succeed. icon-envelope

Customer Service + Sales
Sophia earned her degree in Sustainable Landscape Management and Design from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. As a member of our sales team, she brings hands-on experience from her work in commercial landscaping and irrigation design. She is interested in helping landscape professionals get all the plants that they need to make their project a success. And she looks forward to eventually getting the whole office to dress up in costume for Halloween. icon-envelope

Plant Production + Maintenance
Andre joined Pacific Nurseries in 2105 and he is responsible for the health of our large plant inventory. He concentrates his efforts on plant nutrition and biological control. For over thirty years, he has worked in the nursery and greenhouse industries as a devoted supporter of independent small business and entrepreneurship. icon-envelope

Inventory Management
David has been with Pacific Nurseries since 2006 and is responsible for inventory tracking as well as sales. David earned a degree in Horticulture and also majored in vegetable production. He enjoys growing and the production dimensions of the plant business. His history includes owning an orchid and honeybee business. He is currently interested in the many varieties of water-saving succulents. icon-envelope

Customer Service + Sales
Jason has worked in Bay Area nurseries for over thirty years. Before arriving at Pacific Nurseries, Jason started his career in greens keeping at the Half Moon Bay links. He also has expertise in field growing cut flowers and has years of retail experience and problem solving at local nurseries including a position as assistant manager. icon-envelope

Customer Service + Sales
Mario started his career at Pacific Nurseries after high school graduation in 1987. He left in 1989 to start a landscaping business and serviced commercial and residential properties throughout the Bay Area for over 23 years. He then purchased Thornhill Nursery in the East Bay in 2010 where he gained valuable experience in plant sourcing and nursery management.

After 30 years, he returned to Pacific Nurseries bringing a seasoned perspective in both wholesale and retail nursery problem solving. He now applies all of his knowledge and skill to helping landscape professionals overcome their project challenges with confidence and proven expertise. When he’s not in the nursery, he enjoys restoring classic cars, cooking and playing with his dogs. icon-envelope

Customer Service + Sales
Astrid came to Pacific Nurseries after working as a maintenance landscaper for many Bay Area customers. She honed her long-time love of plants into a science through work in the field and classes with the phenomenal professors at CCSF Horticulture Department.

Her experience as a legal secretary and years of customer service make her efficient and attentive. As a former florist, she also has a special love for unusual flowers. icon-envelope

Reception
Karen is the hub of our operations and the gateway to reaching all of our staff. She brings a great spirit to our operation and knows how to connect people to people and solutions to issues. So give us a call and let Karen help you get to the resources you need ASAP. icon-envelope

Full-charge Bookkeeper
Jenny has more than 20 years of experience in the bookkeeping and accounting. She has been at Pacific Nurseries since 2006 and performs all accounting functions including: accounts payable, account reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, cash flow monitoring and financial reporting. Jenny earned her B.A in Accounting and Industrial/Organizational Psychology from San Francisco State University. She is a member of the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers and is currently interested in obtaining a NACPB license as a certified public bookkeeper. icon-envelope

Human Resources
Vanessa joined Pacific Nurseries in 2016 and is responsible for all Human Resources and Payroll operations. She holds a PHR from the HR Certification Institute and her experience in human resources ranges from large corporations to small and midsized organizations. She is also our event planner for company events and professional gatherings. As a part-time employee, she is also a full-time mom. icon-envelope