Hanison’s extensive career in retail spans renowned organizations, including Target, Walmart, and West Marine, and includes publicly traded and private-equity-owned businesses. James has led global teams throughout his career and held key leadership roles in retail store management, e-commerce, retail strategy, operations transformation, marketing, and human resources. His leadership has driven large-scale transformation and ensured organizations adapt to the ever-evolving retail landscape.
“I’m excited to bring my customer-first mentality and hands-on approach to leadership to Moon Valley Nurseries,” said James Hanison, COO at Moon Valley Nurseries. “I’ve seen time and again how genuine engagement, mutual trust, and a commitment to delivering exceptional experiences form the foundation of a strong company culture and customer base. Moon Valley Nurseries has seen tremendous growth over the years and the trajectory is remarkable, all thanks to the incredible work of the dedicated teammates around the country. I’m inspired and energized by each of them and for what’s ahead for the organization.”
Known for his Affiliative Leadership Style, Hanison is a servant leader who thrives on collaboration and empowering teams. Hanison graduated from Georgia State University and earned a bachelor’s degree in human resource management.
