Partners

United States
https://www.pa.gov/

The Pennsylvania Department of State, led by the Secretary of the Commonwealth, is responsible for ensuring the integrity of the electoral process, providing the necessary infrastructure for economic development through corporate registrations, and safeguarding the health and safety of the public through professional licensure. We strengthen democracy by overseeing free, fair, and accurate elections while performing public outreach to improve voter education and participation. To maintain public trust and protect Pennsylvanians, we enforce regulatory policies that uphold the highest standards of ethics and competence in professional and occupational licensing, charitable fundraising, and contact sports such as wrestling.

United States
president@ccaphila.org
ccaphila.org 
+1 215-735-7110

The Consular Corps Association of Philadelphia (CCAP) is the oldest consular organization in the country, and today represents over 80 countries from around the globe. Consuls promote commercial, cultural, educational, medical and governmental relationships between the Philadelphia region and their respective countries. Consuls also serve the diplomatic needs of foreign citizens and visiting dignitaries in Philadelphia.

The Netherlands & Belgium
sonny@cultivators.nl
Tim.vanhissenhoven@Cultivators.nl
www.cultivators.nl 
+316 1214 6995

At Cultivators, we help growers, investors and technology partners develop and operate high or right-tech horticultural projects that work in practice, not only on a spreadsheet. Our services cover the complete process, from feasibility studies, crop strategy and greenhouse design to commissioning, team development and hands-on operational support. Climate change, resource scarcity, labor availability and rising production costs are putting increasing pressure on the global food system. Controlled-environment agriculture can be part of the solution, but technology alone does not guarantee success. A strong crop strategy, realistic production targets, a capable team and a sound business case remain the foundation of every successful project. By combining hands-on growing experience with technical, operational, and commercial knowledge, Cultivators connects the greenhouse with the boardroom. We challenge assumptions, identify risks early and support projects through every stage of development and operation. Together with our partners, we turn ambitious concepts into efficient, scalable, and commercially viable growing businesses.

The Netherlands
digital@delphy.nl
www.delphy.nl 
+31(0)10 522 17 71 (Delphy location in Bleiswijk)

Delphy focuses on research, projects, data-driven crop management, consultancy and training. We conduct practice-oriented research and initiate global projects to stimulate innovation in agriculture and horticulture. We optimise cultivation with data-driven models, offer high-quality advice to growers and provide training for beginning and advanced crop managers.

United States & Canada
https://gands.com/

Green & Spiegel is a leading North American immigration law firm with offices across the United States and Canada, as well as a global mobility office in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The firm provides strategic immigration solutions for businesses, investors, entrepreneurs, and skilled professionals worldwide. With extensive experience advising employers across a wide range of industries, Green & Spiegel helps organizations navigate complex workforce mobility, compliance, and immigration challenges while supporting global growth.

The Netherlands
https://www.plantempowerment.com/

The Plant Empowerment Foundation is a global movement that helps growers understand their plants and improve results through knowledge, data and collaboration. At Plant Empowerment, we bring together plant physiology, data and real greenhouse experience. Translating knowledge into better daily decisions.

United States
https://resourceinnovation.org/

Resource Innovation Institute’s Board of Directors is composed of industry, government, academic, and NGO leaders. Together, they guide our mission to develop strategies and tools that scale controlled environment agriculture (CEA) as a solution to global food and resource challenges.

United States
https://www.skoutstrategy.com/

Skout Strategy is a diverse team of controlled environment agriculture (CEA) experts who bring a combined 20 years of experience to developing, designing, and executing indoor agriculture projects across the globe.

The Netherlands
hortinspire@wur.nl
www.hortinspire.com
+31 317 48 56 06

Wageningen University & Research (WUR) is a global leader in greenhouse horticulture, helping growers, industry partners  and governments develop sustainable, future-proof production systems. 
HortINspire is WUR's international network for connecting people, knowledge and innovation. It brings together professionals from across the global horticultural sector to exchange insights, build partnerships and accelerate the adoption of sustainable technologies. Together, WUR Greenhouse Horticulture and HortINspire bridge science and practice—connecting international expertise with regional challenges to create solutions for the future of protected horticulture.