CEO & FOUNDER
MARCUS BRIDGEWATER
Greetings! I’m Marcus Bridgewater, and I teach people about personal growth & well-being through plants.
Challenge is no stranger to me.
I watched the backcountry town of my youth change, from a place of peace and wellness to one of violence, drugs, and a mental health crisis.
I grew up the odd-one-out, rejected by the people who I called family, schoolmates, and community members alike.
I struggled with chronic health problems that threatened my life.
But I learned how to manage these challenges and keep moving forward, and now I help others do the same.
In December of 2019, I began sharing videos online at the suggestion of a former mentee of mine. He felt that my message of kindness, patience, and positivity would be well received by the internet, and thus I began my journey as a content creator.
When I’m not gardening, writing, or filming content for my social media, I speak and lead programs for audiences ranging from schools to corporate teams.
Speaking is a way for me to share my insight and techniques to improving wellness, communication, productivity, and positive thinking.
CO-FOUNDER
DANA BRIDGEWATER
In 2018, I told Marcus he should update his Instagram username from a jumble of numbers and letters to “garden_marcus.” It sounded cool, and his plants were a major part of his life.
Did I know that years later, millions of people (including Drew Barrymore, Sza, and Rose Namajunas) would be smiling at Garden Marcus on their phone screens? Not exactly, but I can’t say I’m surprised!
I manage Marcus’ social media, communications, and event coordination so he can focus on what he’s good at: Inspiring people and fostering growth.
When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my son, cooking, baking bread, and reading a good book. If you have any book recommendations for me, send them my way!