Rich George

Rich George is triply equipped to effectively and efficiently build upon Mecklenburg Soil & Water Conservation District’s previous success. First, Rich is a certified member of Vice President Al Gore’s Climate Reality Project Leadership Corps, empowered to combat our climate crisis globally, and to preserve County resources locally...especially protecting our vital water supply. Second, Rich comes from a family of small farmers (in acreage, not stature), energized to grow small-scale urban agriculture that reconnects Mecklenburg residents with fresh, healthy food through micro-farms, community gardens, and private backyards. Third, Rich serves as a Brand strategist for Fortune 100 companies, equipped to change public and private organizations, by building and maintaining green infrastructure that improves our economic and physical health, especially in disadvantaged communities.