Nicole Spencer, MBA

Nicole Spencer is the founder of Noble Root, a garden consulting and contracting company based in the Portland metro area. With over 25 years of experience in sustainable gardening, she specializes in transforming outdoor spaces into vibrant habitats that support both people and wildlife. Her professional qualifications include being a Gardenary-certified Consultant, an Edible Garden Coach, and a Licensed Landscape Contractor.

Educational Background

• MBA from Portland State University, focusing on Social Innovation & Entrepreneurialism.
• B.S. in Ecology & Resource Management from Humboldt State University.

Professional Experience

Before establishing Noble Root, Nicole gained hands-on experience in sustainable agriculture and gardening through various roles:

• Volunteered with Willing Workers on Organic Farms, learning biodynamic farming practices.
• Worked as a botanist, managing native plant restoration projects.
• Engaged in environmental and educational nonprofits.

Noble Root's Mission

Noble Root aims to empower homeowners to grow their own food, flowers, and herbs by offering services such as:

• Garden coaching
• Landscape design
• Full-service garden installations

Nicole is passionate about creating edible gardens that not only provide food but also enhance local ecosystems by attracting pollinators and wildlife. She enjoys experimenting with various gardening methods in her own backyard, focusing on flowers, medicinal herbs, berries, and vegetables.123