Our Team
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Jim Olive
Founder / CEO
Jimorganicdistributors@gmail.com
281-802-3597Jim Olive is a soil health advocate, entrepreneur, and founder of Organic Distributors, Inc. Driven by a belief that healthy soils are the foundation of healthy ecosystems, Jim has spent more than a decade developing and promoting innovative solutions that improve water retention, nutrient availability, and biological activity in the soil.
His work spans agriculture, land restoration, erosion control, and emerging regenerative technologies designed to help plants thrive in challenging environments. Through Organic Distributors, Jim continues to champion practical, science-driven approaches that support growers, landscapes, and ecosystems for generations to come.
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Erwin Villanueva
West Coast Sales
Erwin Villanueva leads West Coast Sales for Organic Distributors, Inc., supporting growers and industry partners with innovative soil health and water management solutions. He works closely with customers to identify products and strategies that improve soil performance, increase efficiency, and support sustainable agricultural practices.
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Lee Gottlieb
East Coast Sales
Lee Gottlieb is the East Coast Sales representative for Organic Distributors, Inc., a company focused on agricultural and landscape soil health, organic fertilizers, and biological amendments.
Beyond his commercial role, Gottlieb is a prominent environmental figure in South Florida as the founder of Adopt a Dune, a non-profit dedicated to coastal protection, habitat restoration, and planting native sea oats.
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Courtney Weinberg
Marketing / Communications
Courtney2@organicdistributors@gmail.com
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Erin Jones
Administrative Lead
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Diane Rudy
Co-Founder / Investor
We aim to redefine land management and agriculture with high-performance soil amendments that empower growers across all sectors to reduce water use, improve soil health, and increase yields. By harnessing the natural power of rice hull ash, we create optimal growing conditions that make every drop of water count—for a more resilient, sustainable planet.
AmericanHydroSoil™ is the flagship product of Organic Distributors, Inc.
Our Brand Vision
Markets We Serve
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• Regenerative Agriculture
• Commercial Farming
• Turf Management
• Landscaping
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• Viticulture & Specialty Crops
• Nursery Operations
• Botanical Gardens
• Greenhouse
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• Golf Course & Turf
• Organic Farming
• Erosion Control
• Municipalities
“Put Our Expertise To
Work For You…”
Call or Text: (281) 802-3597
✅ Conserve water
✅ Improve soil structure
✅ Boost root health
✅ Cut irrigation costs
✅ Grow stronger, faster