Team

From Hunger to Hope: Building Food Freedom Together

Jeffrey McGowan

Jeffrey McGowan

President & Founder

Entrepreneur with a 20 year career in data analysis, strategy, and management. Identified the connectivity between human health, food sourcing, and planetary health.

Lynda Tache

Lynda Tache

Nonprofit Consultant & Entrepreneur

Sixteen years guiding organizations from startup to sustainable success. Supports Silver Linings and affiliated initiatives as a long-term force for good.

Ashley Hoffman

Ashley Hoffman

Secretary/Gardening & Outreach Manager

Emerging leader in home and community garden management; primary lead for community projects.

Wesley Jaynes

Wesley Jaynes

Permaculture Landscape Architect

Designs gardens, greenhouses, and land development plans using sustainable, conservation‑minded permaculture principles.

Analeia Shields

Analeia Shields

Community & Youth Outreach Coordinator

Works to expand community connections, partnerships, and organizational standing. Passionate about gardening and eager to grow knowledge in sustainable development.