California-based Green Industry Hall of Fame has revealed its 2026 class of inductees, honoring eight professionals whose careers have contributed to the advancement of landscape, irrigation, arboriculture and horticulture sectors. According to the organization, each honoree was selected for having made a significant impact or positive influence that helps secure the industry’s future for coming generations. This year’s inductees include:

• Doug Grove, a managing partner with RHA Community Works in Riverside and a licensed landscape architect, brings over 40 years of professional experience to the recognition.
• Raul Gonzalez has spent more than four decades in the irrigation and landscape field, with a career that began in wholesale distribution. He currently contributes to Ewing’s Learning and Development Department, where he helps develop training curricula for service professionals and emerging company leaders.
• Greg Nieves, founder of Nieves Landscape, has built his career around community engagement, environmental stewardship and team well-being. His company has supported various educational programs and community events across the regions it serves.
• Allen Munro is recognized for over 60 years in the irrigation industry, with a focus on innovation, entrepreneurship and service to irrigation professionals.
• Rhonda Wood serves as president, co-owner and consulting arborist of Woodworks Tree Preservation. She brings more than 25 years of experience in arboriculture and horticulture to the industry.
• Bill Arman, a 60-year veteran of the green industry, received the 2006 National Landscape Leadership Award and is the author of “The Harvest Way for Recruiting and Hiring the Right People,” a book and recruiting kit.
• Tom Lucas, owner of Performance Nursery, has been active as a volunteer and advocate within California’s green industry. His contributions of time, expertise and resources were cited as key factors in his induction.
• Mike Atkinson has worked in landscape and horticulture management for over four decades across commercial and private sectors. He currently serves as senior manager of horticulture at The Disneyland Resort.

The Green Industry Hall of Fame will formally honor the 2026 inductees at an upcoming ceremony and dinner happening October 3 at  Black Gold Golf Course in Yorba Linda.