David brings extensive leadership experience from both within and outside horticulture. Alongside his role at Farplants, he holds two non-executive positions in the not-for-profit sector: one with a health and social care organisation supporting adults and children with special needs and autism, and another with Think Equal, an international social and emotional learning organisation operating in over 80 countries worldwide.
David has supported YPHA for a number of years, and his formal appointment as Ambassador recognises the mentorship and sounding-board role he has already been providing. He joins Chris Moncrieff, Liz Dowling, Pippa Greenwood, Michael Perry, Boyd Douglas-Davies and Jane Lawler, who each play an integral role in advising the association’s committee.
“David is someone whose opinion we have always relied on and valued,” said YPHA/MorePeople’s Sarah Want. “His experience in business development, strategy and long-term planning brings a perspective that helps us make better decisions. Having someone who can coach and challenge us as we strengthen the organisation is incredibly valuable.”
David Salisbury added: “I am delighted to be joining the Young People in Horticulture Association as an Ambassador. In a short time, YPHA has united over 1,300 young professionals, encouraged collaboration across the sector, and championed the future of horticulture with real passion and purpose. Their commitment to education, innovation and creating a supportive community for under-35s is genuinely inspiring, and I am proud to play a part in supporting their next phase.”
