OUR TEAM

Ginger-Rose Krueck (She/Her)

Co-Founder, President, Executive Director

Ginger-Rose is a certified Master Gardener in Davidson County and has been resident of Donelson for twelve years. She brings six years experience as the coordinator and keeper of a large Montessori school garden where her work impacted hundreds of students. She earned an Associate's degree in Elementary Education (K-8), served as a substitute teacher for Metro Nashville for many years, and has long standing relationships with many of the people necessary to support GROW's mission.

At GROW, Ginger-Rose applies her passion for reducing barriers to education, as well as her own love of the outdoors, to create programming and educational outreach opportunities. Her commitment to and enthusiasm for the mission of GROW is infectious and she enjoys bringing diverse members of the community into the conversation around the GROW project.

Pat Angehr (He/HIM)

vice President

Pat brings passion and dedication to the GROW Enrichment team! By day, they work as a full-time video editor, honing his skills in visual storytelling and creative collaboration. Outside of work, he enjoys immersing himself in nature, whether it's hiking, camping, or simply spending time in their garden.

Pat was drawn to GROW's mission and the passionate community it fosters. With a strong background in video production and content creation, he brings valuable skills to the organization, including team and project management expertise.

Pat is particularly passionate about the public food forest initiative and its potential to serve as a model for sustainable urban food systems.

Pat was voted in as GROW’s Vice President in December 2024 for a 4-year term.

Carrie Brock (she/Her)

Treasurer

Carrie Brock brings a passion for financial organization and a love of learning to the GROW’s Board of Directors. She is eager to contribute to GROW's success by helping the organization achieve its financial goals and streamline its backend operations.

In her spare time, Carrie enjoys working with numbers, baking, arts and crafts, and spending time with her family.

Carrie is deeply inspired by GROW's dedication to education and nurturing a love of learning in young people.

Carrie was voted in as Treasurer, January 2025 for a 2 year term.

Eric Mooney (He/him)

at-large member

With over 20 years of experience in the tech industry, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge in organizational systems and technology to the organization.

Eric's passion for GROW was ignited after his wife, Angela, connected with Ginger-Rose while exploring educational options for their son. As unexpected homeschoolers, they sought out programs that aligned with their values, and GROW immediately resonated with them.

Eric has always been deeply concerned about food insecurity and believes in the vital mission of GROW. He hopes to leverage his tech expertise to streamline GROW’s operations and ensure the organization can effectively serve its community.

Outside of his work on the board, Eric enjoys hosting sound healing and Reiki sessions, building computers, and spending quality time with his family.

Eric was voted in as an At-Large board member, December 2024.

Angela Zalman-Mooney (she/her)

Secretary

Angela’s professional background included a successful career as an executive assistant in a fast-paced environment. She brings a wealth of experience in communication, organization, and project management to the GROW team.

Driven by a deep belief in the importance of creating a nurturing and supportive environment for everyone, Angela is particularly drawn to GROW's commitment to fostering a connection between children, nature, and their unique individualities. She is excited to contribute her skills and help create a welcoming and inclusive space for all.

In her free time, she enjoys planning events and celebrating life's joys. She is eager to lend her organizational talents to streamline GROW's operations and support the organization's mission in every way possible.

Angela was voted in as Secretary, December 2024 for a 2 year term.