Deborah Walliser

Executive Director, Solsustech Inc.

Low Carbon Footprint Agriculture Production

Deborah Walliser has been involved in the greenhouse and hydroponics industry for more than 12 years. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Botany from North Carolina State University where she studied hydroponic systems for Kennedy space Center used in Shuttle missions.  After moving to Arizona, she obtained her Masters Degree in Education from Northern Arizona University for her work on greenhouse training curriculums.  Working closely with the University of Arizona, Walliser designed and built some of Arizona’s first commercial floating lettuce systems to withstand extreme temperatures.  She also worked with many tribal entities along the Colorado River in Native plant propagation and alternative agriculture methods in addition to tropical plant nurseries and tree farms.  She is a member of the United Fresh Produce Association, International Society of Arboriculture and the Arizona Nursery Association.  Walliser has written and been featured in many articles, newspapers and publications.