American Orchid Society Judges have gone through at least 3 years as a Student and another 3 years as a Probationary Judge before being recommended for elevation to Accredited status.

Within the Mid-Atlantic Center, we have a diverse group of Judges with varying backgrounds and occupations. They have been growing and involved with orchids from 15 to over 50 years.

Our Accredited Judges Include:

Michael Bowell

Omar Bounds

Dolores Cuddeback

Dr. Stephen Feairheller

Richard Haber, Esq.

Dr. Catherine Higgins

Arthur Katz (Center Chairman)

Walter Off

Dr. C. Robert Phillips

Chris Rehmann

Paul Sheetz

Michael Spalding

Louise Teaf

Mark Werther

Dr. William W. Wilson

Our Probationary Judges include

Mary Jo Gilsdorf, Esq.