Amanda Flint joins Bailey Product Development team

Jul 1, 2025
Amanda Flint joins Bailey Product Development team

Bailey has hired Amanda Flint as its new product development manager, as Debbie Lonnee, who had led the team for over 30 years, prepares to retire at year’s end.

To support the transition, Lonnee has moved into the role of senior product developer, where she will share her insights, relationships and decades of experience with Flint and the team.

“Debbie has been a cornerstone of Bailey, playing an instrumental role in the development and success of Bailey’s proprietary plant programs,” said Alec Charais, chief marketing and product development officer. “We are incredibly grateful for her ongoing leadership and mentorship, and we wish her the best in this new chapter.” 

Flint has over a decade of product leadership in the industry. She will be responsible for breeder relations globally, product trialing, and go-to-market planning for Bailey Intellectual Property. This includes genetics targeted for Bailey consumer brands Endless Summer Hydrangeas, First Editions Shrubs & Trees, and Easy Elegance Roses.

Flint begins her role effective immediately and can be reached at amanda.flint@baileynurseries.com or 612-258-7482.