GROWTOPIA - Key Persons
I was born and raised in the small west Texas oil town of Andrews, TX. It was there I learned that nothing is guaranteed in this life, and you have to work hard to become what you desire to be. I pursued the academics at Texas State University, receiving a B.S. in Horticulture Business Management and an M.S. in Integrated Agricultural Sciences. It was during my time in college that I realized my passion for agriculture and all that it entails. It was all solidified in 2020 when I was finally able to quit talking about and actually start doing it! I feel blessed everyday that I am fortuned the opportunity to live deliberately through farming and work towards building strong Texas communities.
Being a born and bred Austinite, I feel grateful to have grown up in this area and evolve side by side. I've been shaped by the people, music, food, green spaces, and creative culture. Growing up I spent my time working outdoors in Austin and the surrounding country. That environment and the experiences formed have shown me that we need more farmers! I feel lucky to be working with two of my closest friends, striving to implement the most sustainable practices, and innovate where we can.
Outside of Growtopia, I have been restoring a 1976 Winnebago and raising two troublemaker dogs with my partner Mia. Bear's claim to fame is climbing trees, and Quartz has a passion for being a dog who acts like a cat.
My farming journey begins in west Texas where three things will always ring true; the wind always blows, the sun usually shines, and the rain never pours. It's in west Texas, constantly battling those elements, I was learning how to be a farmer. Now, I always knew I needed to get out of west Texas. I knew some shade trees and running water were calling my name.
After graduation I found myself in the beautiful, little town of San Marcos, TX. It was there my true roots formed and my passion for farming and creating sustainable soil health began. Fast forward to my mid 20s, where I'm a Texas State University graduate, working a piece of land with two of my closest friends, and my dream to grow some great tasting veggies is a reality.