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< Back Tiwanda Ward Taste of Lindsay Heights Manager Tiwanda Ward has served as the Taste of Lindsay Heights Manager since 2023, overseeing all aspects of daily café operations. In this full-time role, Tiwanda manages administrative tasks, delegates responsibilities to staff and volunteers, and is on call during café hours to ensure smooth service. She also serves on various committees, supporting the café’s mission as a vibrant neighborhood gathering place and social enterprise. Under her leadership, Taste of Lindsay Heights advances Walnut Way’s Community Wealth Building Program by providing equitable access to fresh foods and empowering Lindsay Heights resident entrepreneurs. Tiwanda’s vision and dedication help create a welcoming, impactful space for the community. tward@walnutway.org 414-260-0862

< Back Bryan Rogers Enviornmental Justice Director Bryan Rogers is a community organizer, writer, and strategist serving as Walnut Way’s Environmental Director. He leads the Environmental Justice & Infrastructure Initiative, advancing community engagement and policy development for ecological balance and self-determination. With nearly two decades of organizing experience across the Americas—including student movements in Chile, Black liberation in Brasil, and indigenous land defense in Honduras—Bryan integrates grassroots organizing, political education, and cultural strategy to build movements for justice. He holds a master’s in Sustainable Peacebuilding and a bachelor’s in Spanish/Portuguese and Latin American Studies from UW-Milwaukee. Bryan lives in Milwaukee with his family. bryanrogers21@gmail.com (414) 240-6931

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< Back Olamilekan Awoniyi IT Coordinator Lekan is a UWM graduate student and IT Coordinator at Walnut Way. He is responsible for all physical IT equipment, Internet services, and online programs at the facility. He is an experienced technologist with expertise in system architecture, programming languages, and software engineering. Lakon strives to create secure and efficient systems by staying on top of the latest technologies. Additionally, he takes great pride in providing exceptional customer service to Walnut Way's employees and clients alike. His passion for technology has never wavered since his days as a student and he continues to be an asset for this organization. oawoniyi@walnutway.org (414) 269-3027

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< Back Jerrilynn Freelon Associate Director Jerrilynn joined Walnut Way’s Board in 2018 after nearly 40 years in strategic leadership roles at the world’s largest life insurance company. A pioneer in corporate America, she created opportunities for others and is recognized as a visionary, thought leader, and mentor. Jerrilynn holds an MBA from Marquette University and is a master coach certified by the Center for Creative Leadership, along with numerous credentials from premier organizations. In 2020, she became Walnut Way’s Associate Director of Operations, where she applies her expertise to organizational strategy, leadership development, and operational excellence. ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrilynn-freelon/ ). jfreelon@walnutway.org (414) 253-0779

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< Back Clyde Martin Urban Agriculture Assistant Clyde Martin brings six years of hands-on agriculture experience to Walnut Way’s Environmental Stewardship program, where he helps transform vacant lots into productive gardens and orchards. He supports the operation of sub-acre production and teaching gardens, promoting urban agriculture and providing fresh, locally grown foods for the community. Clyde’s work helps integrate fresh produce and herbs into the Taste of Lindsay Heights market, furthering Walnut Way’s mission of sustainable local food systems.

< Back LaVonda Graham Board Chair LaVonda Graham, Board Chair of Walnut Way, has been a resident of Lindsay Heights for over 50 years. Throughout this time, she has volunteered in various capacities, including as a VISTA Community Organizer for Norwest Action Council. President Graham has effectively guided Walnut Way through the transition of its founding members and the completion of the Innovations and Wellness Commons Phase II Development. In addition the creation of the Lindsay Heights - Neighbohrood Improvment District #12 has been implemented and approved by the City of Milwaukee under her leadership.