Janice Brown
Founder, On the Grow™ · Master Gardener · Garden Educator
Affectionately known as 'The Girl on the Grow,' Janice founded On the Grow™ in Houston, blending her lifelong passions for teaching and gardening. A former high school English teacher and training manager, she is a Master Gardener, Master Naturalist, and Certified Permaculturalist who has reached thousands of children through school garden programs and helped countless families turn their homes into urban farms.
"When you teach people to grow, you help them transform their lives."
President Dwight Calhoun
Executive Director, AYAA & BRP Institute · Founder, SUIED & SIMYAA
Visionary educator, entrepreneur, and international leader. Founder of SUIED and SIMYAA Academy — platforms that integrate Science, Innovation, Mathematics, Youth, Agriculture, and the Arts. Over 35 years of mentorship across the U.S., Ghana, Uganda, Jamaica, the Bahamas, Senegal, South Africa, and Ethiopia. Active member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
"Empower the youth, and you empower the future."
Yumi Nays
Owner, Passion Garden Farms · Lead Agriculture Partner
Regenerative land steward and classically trained fine artist (BA, Northeastern; MFA, UT Tyler). Over 20 years in regenerative agriculture, soil rebuilding, eco-forestry, water stewardship, and architectural landscaping. Founder of Passion Garden Farms and co-leader of COMAX Contractors, shaping SOW WELL's agricultural vision from Texas to Ghana.
"The prosperity of our Agriculture Village is the prosperity of our nation."
Dr. Stephanie Jupiter, DPM
The Peaceologist™ · Lead Wellness Architect · Founder, SOL University
New Orleans native, podiatric physician of nearly 30 years, and founder of Soul Butterfly Healthcare (2001), SOL University, and the Natural Born Leadership Academy. Co-founder of the Building Relationship Power Institute and creator of The Power Codes, The Laws and Principles of Relationship Fitness, and The 7-Day Listening Diet.
"Assisting people in remembering who they are and thriving at the Game of Life."