Our Team

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Growhio is a Sustainable Cleveland 2019 initiative

Gwen Forté

Executive Director

Gwen is an avid beet lover and sometimes backyard gardener. She participated in the first Sustainable Cleveland 2019 summit, where the concept for Growhio was born, and has been involved in advancing Growhio's efforts ever since. 

Christa Kraft

Engagement Director

Christa is the Market Manager of Lakewood Farmers' Market. A kale advocate, Christa is our go-to organizer for outreach and events. 

Jenny Kelley

Program Director

Jenny is the CEO of Kelley Green Web and Market Manager of Kamm's Corners Farmers' Market. She started collaborating with Growhio for joint farmers' market promotion in early 2010 and now leads our marketing and branding initiatives.

Maggie Fitzpatrick

Strategy Facilitator

Hillary Lyon

Restaurant Program Director