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< Back Antonio Butts Executive Director Serving as the Executive Director of Walnut Way Conservation Corp., Antonio Butts is a transformative leader with a profound passion for Milwaukee. In his career, Antonio has been able to effectively engage diverse stakeholders. At Walnut Way, Antonio partners with residents to become agents of change in their community. He is involved in a wide array of activities, from advocating for issues like energy burden, broadband access, and water rights, to transforming residential foreclosures into affordable homeownership opportunities. His focus on individual talent development for economic mobility and support for small businesses is indicative of his commitment to fostering an economically diverse and vibrant community. Antonio's work embodies his faith in community-led change and his dedication to creating a more equitable and sustainable future for all. These efforts contribute to reducing disparities among African Americans, increasing community wealth, enhancing resident wellbeing, and fostering resilient, self-sustaining neighborhoods throughout Milwaukee. antonio@walnutway.org (414) 260-2243

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< Back Emonia Barnett Board Member Emonia Barnett is a passionate and devoted Lindsay Heights community stakeholder. With a background rooted in serving her community. Ms. Emonia’s work often involves connecting individuals, organizations, and resources, facilitating dialogue, and fostering relationships that lead to positive change. She understands the power of community and leverages her role to strengthen ties and promote collaboration.

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< 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

< Back Vince Ashford Safety Director Vincent Ashford is the Director of Safety and Security at Walnut Way, responsible for the physical security and safety of all properties where Walnut Way has ownership. This includes buildings, mechanicals, and functional equipment. He has a long career in security and safety management, having held similar roles in both the public and private sector. He works with colleagues to ensure that all properties are secure and safe while also responding to any emergency situations that may arise. Vincent is committed to fostering an environment of safety at Walnut Way by providing training, resources, and best practices for team members across the organization. vincent.ashford1@gmail.com (414) 310-1274

< Back Urban Agriculture Coordinator Milwaukee, WI, USA About the Role Company Performance Statement In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following: ▪ Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision. ▪ Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers. ▪ Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments. ▪ Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations. Program Overview: Environmental Stewardship is a core program of Walnut Way Conservation Corp, where residents have transformed vacant lots into production gardens and orchards. Walnut Way operates sub-acre production gardens and teaching gardens, promoting urban agriculture as a means to provide fresh, locally grown foods. The program integrates wholesale fresh produce and herbs into Walnut Way’s community market, Taste of Lindsay Heights , to support sustainable local food systems. Basic Function: The Urban Agriculture Coordinator manages all aspects of Walnut Way’s urban agriculture program, overseeing farming operations from land preparation to harvest, and works to align the program’s produce for sale and preparation at Taste of Lindsay Heights . This role requires expertise in horticulture, program management, and administrative skills. Essential Work Objectives 1. Horticulture Operations Day-to-Day Growing Operations: Coordinate and implement all aspects of growing operations on the urban Milwaukee-based campus. Planting and Production Plans: Develop planting layouts, crop selection, timing, and succession plans. Seed and Starter Plant Management: Inventory, order, and start seeds; order starter plants when necessary. Field Management: Cultivate fields, amend soils, and manage crop maintenance tasks such as: o Weeding and pest control o Watering/irrigation o Trellising and staking o Pruning and training plants Harvest and Post-Harvest Handling: Oversee the harvesting, post-harvest handling, and storage of crops to ensure product quality. Hoophouse and Hydroponics: Manage operations of passive solar hoophouses and indoor hydroponic growing units. Wholesale Produce for Taste of Lindsay Heights: Implement and align urban agriculture production with sales and preparation needs at the Taste of Lindsay Heights café. Coordinate the provision of fresh produce and herbs for their menu and wholesale offerings. Composting Operations: Support composting by monitoring, turning, screening, and utilizing finished compost for the program’s needs. 2. Program Management Offseason Business Planning: Conduct offseason planning, maintain relationships with customers, and ensure smooth vendor coordination. Sales and Marketing: Promote weekly availability of produce, coordinating sales at: o Farmers' markets o Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs o Restaurants o Local events Canning and Preserving: Support canning and preserving activities, adding value to products for sale at markets. Supervision of Interns and Volunteers: Supervise Growing Youth Leadership interns, Blue Skies staff, and volunteers in the urban agriculture program. Educational Programs and Volunteer Engagement: Collaborate with Walnut Way staff to plan and implement educational workshops and volunteer programs for both youth and adults. 3. Administrative Duties Recordkeeping and Data Management: Maintain detailed records, including: o Work logs o Production tracking o Sales spreadsheets Coordination with Environmental Specialist: Regularly coordinate tasks and program updates with the Environmental Specialist to ensure alignment with broader organizational goals. Customer and Vendor Communication: Communicate with customers and vendors regularly to ensure efficient business operations. Other Duties Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor to support the overall success of the urban agriculture program and environmental stewardship initiatives. Requirements Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, it will typically be in an office setting. Frequently required to operate a computer and file and retrieve written documents. The physical demands include, but are not limited to, standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, handling, kneeling, crouching and bending. The positions can be mentally challenging. As a result, this position is more mentally challenging than physically challenging. Work Environment There will be extended periods of sitting required when performing administrative tasks and while attending meetings. Non-physical demands include a work environment where the noise level is usually quiet to moderate but may be loud on occasion. The nature of the position may expose moderate levels of tension when dealing with issues. The level of tension is usually moderate, with high levels of tension occurring occasionally. Note This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship About Walnut Way Conservation Corp Walnut Way Conservation Corp. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit neighborhood organization founded in 2000 by Lindsay Heights residents to reclaim and redevelop the economic health and vitality of their community. In the years since, Walnut Way and its partners have rolled out a series of successful and innovative programs and initiatives addressing the neighborhood’s most pressing economic, environmental, and health issues. Walnut Way is located inside a renovated house situated in the residential neighborhood of Lindsay Heights. Grounded in grass-root principles, Walnut Way properties extend additional blocks and include an orchard, carryout cafe, print shop, and construction and landscaping business. The ideal candidate will typically work Monday - Friday with occasional nights and weekends as needed. Apply Now

Team Members Antonio Butts Executive Director (414) 260-2243 antonio@walnutway.org Since 2017 Read More Bryan Rogers Enviornmental Justice Director (414) 240-6931 bryanrogers21@gmail.com Since 2022 Read More Marilyn Mitchell Accountant (262) 259-5917 mmitchell@walnutway.org Since 2020 Read More Tomiah Jackson Community Wealth Building Program Manager 414-264-2326 jacksontomiah@walnutway.org Since 2025 Read More Jasmin Hoover Urban Ag Coordinator 414-264-2326 jhoover@walnutway.org Since 2024 Read More Eric R. Trunnell Environmental Program Assistant 414-264-2326 etrunell@walnutway.org Sine 2024 Read More Michael Malone Blue Skies Landscaping Crew Since 2022 Read More Samuel Thurman Construction Development thurman@walnutway.org Since 2020 Read More Yolanda Odufuwa EJII Program Assistant - Consultant 414) 240-6931 yolanda@walnutay.org Since 2025 Read More Dextra Hadnot Assistant Executive Director dextrahadnot@walnutway.org Since 2024 Read More Chandra Ellis Grants Manager (414) 375-4224 cellis@walnutway.org Since 2017 Read More Dawnice Anglin AR/AP Bookkeeper (414) 253-8069 danglin@walnutway.org Since 2021 Read More Tiwanda Ward Taste of Lindsay Heights Manager 414-260-0862 tward@walnutway.org Since 2023 Read More Olamilekan Awoniyi IT Coordinator (414) 269-3027 oawoniyi@walnutway.org Since 2022 Read More Clyde Martin Urban Agriculture Assistant Since 2025 Read More Terrance Rayford Blue Skies Landscaping Crew Since 2023 Read More Vince Ashford Safety Director (414) 310-1274 vincent.ashford1@gmail.com Since 2016 Read More Ramona Curry Resident Ambassador –Community Engagement 414) 240-6931 ramona_curry1127@yahoo.com Since 2022 Read More Jerrilynn Freelon Associate Director (414) 253-0779 jfreelon@walnutway.org Since 2019 Read More Alysha Holmes HR Manager 414.264.2326 Ext 872 alyshadholmes@walnutway.org Since 2024 Read More Jovon Siner Blues Skies Landscaping &Maintenace Supervisor 414-264-2326 jovan@walnutway.org Since 2024 Read More Jevon Prowell Blue Skies Supervisor (414) 296-1130 jprowell@walnutway.org Since 2016 Read More Gwendolyn Hodges Program Assistant 414-264-2326 ghodges@walnutway.org Since 2025 Read More Vonadrian Scott Maintenance Read More Zion Hotman Blue Skies Landscaping Crew Since 2020 Read More Pastor Teresa Thomas -Boyd Faith Partnership Consultant (414)507-1115 fourjttb@yahoo.com Since 2021 Read More

Projects 7th Day Adventist Read More Adam Caar Developer Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More DHA Span Read More Adam Caar Developer Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More EJII – Enviornmental Justice and Infrastructure Initiative Read More Adam Caar Developer Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More Energy Understanding Energy Burden: Energy burden refers to the percentage of household income spent on energy costs. For low-middle income communities in Milwaukee, this burden is disproportionately high due to a combination of factors such as inefficient housing, high energy prices, and lower incomes. Energy burden can lead to tough decisions about whether to pay for necessities like heating or groceries, leading to what's known as 'heat or eat' dilemmas. Walnut Way's Role: Walnut Way Conservation Corp has been steadfast in its advocacy for fair energy practices. As an intervener in rate cases, Walnut Way challenges utilities seeking to increase rates, arguing that these hikes disproportionately affect low-income communities. These interventions have led to important discussions about energy equity and affordability. The Renewables Challenge: Transitioning to renewable energy sources is a crucial step towards sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint. However, it presents challenges including upfront costs, regulatory barriers, and technological hurdles. Despite these challenges, renewable energy can help alleviate the energy burden by providing cheaper, cleaner energy options in the long run. Strategies for Affordability: Several strategies can improve energy affordability. One potential strategy is transitioning from We Energies to a municipal utility, which could provide more local control over energy decisions. Other strategies include investing in energy efficiency measures, implementing tiered pricing structures, and advocating for policy changes at the state and federal level. Docket ID: 5-UR-110 - PIPP Pilot Docket ID: 5-TU-100 - LIFT Program Docket ID: 3270-UR-125 - Madison / Dane County Read More Adam Caar Developer Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More Focus on Energy Read More Adam Caar Developer Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More Growing Youth Leadership Read More Adam Caar Developer Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More Harvest Day Read More Adam Caar Developer Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More Housing Read More Adam Caar Developer Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More Lead Read More Adam Caar Developer Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More Lindsay Heights NID Read More Adam Caar Developer Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More MKE Homes Read More Adam Caar Developer Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More PSC Legal Intervention Read More Adam Caar Developer Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More RON Coalition Read More Adam Caar Developer Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More Resilient Resident Affordable WIFI Read More Adam Caar Developer Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More Trunk or Treat Read More Adam Caar Developer Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More United Way / Hopkins Read More Adam Caar Developer Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More WPSC Solar Feasibility Study Read More Adam Caar Developer Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More WPSC Wifi Network Expansion Read More Adam Caar Developer Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More Water Case Read More Adam Caar Developer Use this space to introduce yourself and share your professional history. Read More Love Health Love Projects 1 (List)

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