"As a co-founder of Groundwork Ohio River Valley, Tanner has led the creation of one of the nation's largest youth green workforce programs and brought Climate Safe Neighborhoods to Cincinnati." (from groundworkorv.org)

Cincinnati Conservation Advocate Wins National Award

Tanner Yess received the prestigious Murie Spirit of Conservation Award in 2018. Previous awardees include Jane Goodall and Harrison Ford, among others. 

"Our origin story at Groundwork Ohio River Valley began with social enterprise. We wanted to restore and protect nature in communities that had the least access to nature. In doing so, we knew that we could help keep wealth in our own neighborhoods while bringing the benefits of nature to youth."

TANNER YESS

Executive Director, Groundwork Ohio River Valley

From The Nature Conservancy 

EPA Deputy Administrator Announces $75,000 Environmental Justice Grant to Groundwork Ohio River Valley for Air Quality Monitoring in Cincinnati

Funding will help improve public health in high-risk Cincinnati neighborhoods

Founding Principal of Xavier Jesuit Academy in Cincinnati

"With nearly 20 years of experience in Jesuit education, Mr. Kyle Chandler brings his passion for urban Catholic education, a strong work ethic, a collaborative and consultative leadership style, a history of elevating students’ academic achievement, and a proven ability to support families in all areas throughout their sons’ education and formation." (from Xavier Jesuit Academy)

Dr. Vincent DeGeorge is a lifelong West Virginian and since 2018 has been with Grow Ohio Valley where he is currently the Site Operations Director & Wheeling Food Hub project lead. (from Central Appalachian Network)