Michael Straumietis co-founded Advanced Nutrients which specializes in hydroponic fertilizers. His interest in plant nutrition began at a young age and continued through his studies in botany and plant cultivation. Over the years, Mike and Advanced Nutrients have helped farmers and gardeners improve their crop yields and quality. Mike also co-founded the charity HolidayHeroes in Bulgaria to provide food to those in need at Christmas and Easter, realizing corporate philanthropy opportunities were limited.

1. Michael Straumietis co-founded Advanced Nutrients which specializes in advanced nutrients and fertilizers for
hydroponic growth. His interestand expertise in plant nutrition started from a young age and continued through his
university years, during which he studied botanyand the fundamental processes involved in cultivation and growth.
Over the years, Mike and his companyhave helped farmers and home gardeners to improve the quality and quantity of
their crops.
Mike Straumietis has a reputation for philanthropy,co-founding the charity HolidayHeroes in Bulgaria,after realizing that
the opportunities for corporate giving were limited.HolidayHeroes provides food to those in need at Christmas and
Easter.