How to Contact Gary Yong Gee or Request a Talk for Your Organization

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Gary Yong Gee can be contacted through his website, yonggee.name, to inquire about giving a talk to your organization. He states on the site that he has given many talks to orchid societies and others, more recently also over Zoom, and that a selection of talks is listed on his Talks page. The site invites you to "feel free to contact me, if you want me to give a talk to your organisation."

What to check before you reach out

  • Talks page – Review the selection of past talks listed there to see whether his topics match what your group is looking for.
  • Articles page – His written notes for the Orchid Species Bulletin have been turned into articles with photos; these show the kind of material he covers.
  • Orchids section – His photo and species information pages indicate his areas of expertise (species orchids, taxonomy, ecology, pollination biology, breeding behaviour).

How to make contact

The website content confirms a contact option exists and that he welcomes talk requests, but it does not specify a contact form, email address, or other channel. Use the contact route provided on the site itself (the menu includes Home, Articles, Talks, Links, and Orchid photographs). When you write, include:

  • Your organization's name and type (orchid society, club, or other group)
  • Whether you want an in-person or Zoom talk
  • Possible dates and your location
  • The topic or theme you have in mind

What he can speak about

Based on the site, his experience covers:

  • Species orchids, with photographs taken in situ in various countries
  • Orchid taxonomy, using a consistent classification that does not rely predominantly on DNA and genetic information
  • Ecology, pollination biology, and breeding behaviour alongside plant habit and floral characteristics
  • Displays at orchid conferences, including the last thirteen World Orchid Conferences (Tokyo, Auckland, Glasgow, Rio de Janeiro, Vancouver, Kuala Lumpur, Dijon, Miami, Singapore, Johannesburg, Guayaquil, Tainan, and Dresden)
  • Monthly articles for the Orchid Species Bulletin, published by the Orchid Species Society in Brisbane, Queensland

Practical notes

  • He describes his orchid work as a hobby rather than a profession, so schedule expectations should be discussed directly.
  • Talks have been delivered both in person and over Zoom, so remote delivery is an established option.
  • The site notes progress on its pages is gradual and content is still being uploaded, so check the Talks page for the most current list before making a request.