Our Team

Our top-notch products are matched only by our passionate and dedicated team!

Sales Team

Our sales team connects the dots for you so you have a streamlined and stress-free purchasing experience.

Michael Gilpatrick is an Account Executive for International Specialty Supply and SunGarden. Michael is a champion of our Values of Safety, Integrity, Value Creation and Teamwork. He has a Bachelor's Degree in Agri-Business Economics and expertise in the global commercial sprouting industry. Michael has contributed to the growth and commercial success of countless sprout growers and he is a trusted spokesperson of the industry. In his spare time, Michael enjoys gardening, community theater and spending time with his family.

Michael Gilpatrick

Account Executive

Wendy is an Administrative Assistant to the ISS team and also works directly with the seed and equipment customers to ensure best-in-class service and support. Her education includes a Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture and Science, graduate studies in psychology, and continual independent study of health and nutrition. She is given to hospitality, enjoys meeting new people and learning new things. When not working, you may find her playing guitar, dancing to Latin music, or meet her on a beautiful trail-hike with a few of her six wonderful children.

Wendy Grier

Assistant to the Sales Team

Linhan Zhao is an Account Executive and a champion of our Values of Safety, Integrity, Value Creation and Teamwork. In her role, she collaborates with customers worldwide and creates value for them through our best-in-class capabilities in Sprout Seeds, Equipment, Fresh Sprouts, Sprout Powders and Microgreens. Linhan has a Bachelor's Degree in Electronic Engineering from Chongqing University in China and is fluent in English and Mandarin. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening and spending time with her family.

Linhan Zhao

Account Executive

Maria is a Bilingual Account Executive at International Specialty Supply. Originally from Ecuador, she is a native Spanish speaker and holds an MBA from the University of North Alabama. She is passionate about learning and bringing innovative solutions to the market. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, dancing, and traveling.

Maria Saltos Stephens

Account Executive

Kelsey Reed is an Account Executive at International Specialty Supply with several years of experience in sales and a strong foundation in administrative support. Prior to transitioning into sales, she worked as administrative support across multiple industries, where she developed exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and a client-first mindset. Kelsey's diverse background allows her to build strong relationships, anticipate client needs, and deliver a high level of service at every stage of the sales process.

Outside of work, Kelsey enjoys spending quality time with her husband, Josh, and their two rescue dogs. You can often find them hiking local trails or cooking together at home. She is also passionate about Pilates and is currently pursuing her Pilates Teacher Certification, reflecting her commitment to wellness, discipline, and continuous growth.

Kelsey Reed

Account Executive

Bien Espiritu is an Account Executive at International Specialty Supply. Originally from the Philippines, she has a strong background in sales and finance, having completed a sales internship with one of the country's leading financial corporations. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, majoring in Financial Management from Tarlac State University, Philippines. Bien believes in integrity and progressive growth in both her professional and personal life. Outside of work, she enjoys creating artwork, particularly painting.

Bien Espiritu

Account Executive

Terri Bohman is the Senior National Account Manager at Fullei Fresh, bringing over 25 years of experience in sales and management within the consumer-packaged goods sector of the food and beverage industry. A graduate of The Ohio State University with a bachelor's degree in business, Terri is passionate about working closely with customers to help grow their businesses and create lasting partnerships. Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, traveling to new places, and exploring her love of cooking.

Terri Bohman

Sr. National Account Manager, Fresh

Leadership Team

Our leadership brings decades of experience along with their continued passion for quality. Meet them here!

Karen Wilson

President and CEO
Board of Directors

Dessa Hix

Vice President and CFO

Daniel Gray

Director of Warehouse, Distributions, and Facilities

Contact Our Sales Team

Want to chat with one of our experts? Reach out today!

Get In Touch

Our Team

Sales Team

Michael Gilpatrick

Wendy Grier

Linhan Zhao

Maria Saltos Stephens

Kelsey Reed

Bien Espiritu

Terri Bohman

Leadership Team

Karen Wilson

Dessa Hix

Daniel Gray

Contact Our Sales Team

Get in touch

Sprouting

Sign Up for our Newsletter