Opening a physical storefront is hard enough, but imagine doing so during a global double pandemic. Learn how Quontay Turner, Owner and Founder of Emerald City Plant Shop, has navigated the challenges that systemic racism and COVID has played in her journey opening and running New England’s First Black Owned plant shop.

Quontay Turner also known as “Q”, is a multi-talented creative and entrepreneur. She has over ten years of experience in community organizing, event management, recruiting, and facilitating conversations and trainings around diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

In her spare time, Q loves building connections and sharing resources with those new to the Boston area as one of the lead organizers of the Boston Young Black Professionals (YBP) whose mission is to curate more space for professionals of color to fully enjoy all that Greater Boston has to offer.  She is a proud member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated and a native of Mattapan who is passionate about creating a more inclusive and connected community for all.