Speakers

Nigel Payne is Head of Grounds Maintenance at Blakedown Landscapes, responsible for leading the delivery of high-quality maintenance services across the business. 

With over 35 years in the industry, Nigel’s career spans horticulture, landscape construction and grounds maintenance. He is widely respected for his people-first leadership approach and his commitment to creating a positive workplace culture that enables strong, motivated teams to thrive. A long-standing advocate for workforce development, Nigel has consistently prioritised training, mentoring and skills progression, recognising that investing in people is critical to the future of the horticulture sector.