Alan Burnell MAIH RH is President of the Australian Institute of Horticulture (AIH) and a highly respected horticultural professional with more than 50 years of experience across the nursery, landscape and urban greening sectors.
Originally from England, Alan’s career has taken him from production nurseries and glasshouses to New Zealand forests, Australian wholesale nurseries, international plant hire businesses and major landscape projects. A graduate of Massey University in New Zealand with a Diploma of Horticulture in Nursery Management, he has owned and managed production nurseries, worked as a horticultural consultant, specialised in advanced tree brokering and establishment, and delivered landscape projects throughout Australia and overseas.
As AIH President, Alan is committed to advancing the horticulture profession through education, collaboration and advocacy. He is a passionate champion for urban green infrastructure and the vital role horticulture plays in creating healthier, more sustainable and resilient communities. Through his leadership, Alan continues to promote professional excellence while inspiring the next generation of horticulturists.