Mission
To enhance and advocate for Mill Ridge Park to strengthen the community in Southeast Davidson County.
Vision
A sustainable and equitable outdoor experience at Mill Ridge Park for the diverse community in southeast Davidson County.
Values
Our work is guided by an organizational value of the following:
Healthy and active living
Inclusion, diversity, culture, shared space
Equitable access to outdoor space and recreation
Environmental protection, nature conservation
Historical preservation
Sustainability
Partnership
Agriculture
Our Team
Board of Directors
Graham Austin
LKQ Corporation
Greg Beier Freeland Auto
Mark Beveridge
Kinnard Law
Martin Crockett
Bridgestone Americas
Jacobia Dowell (Co-Founder & Director Emeritus)
HCA Healthcare
Ben Freeland (Co-Founder & Director Emeritus)
Freeland Auto & Management
Angela Goddard (Co-Founder & Director Emeritus)
Joe C. Davis Foundation
Leah Hashinger (Co-Founder & Director Emeritus)
International Rescue Committee
Kevin Hudson (Chair)
Dollar General
Jackie Jones
Metro Parks & Recreation
Marshall Kelly (Treasurer)
Bridgestone Americas
Jim McEvoy Wirtgen America
Bishoy Mikhail Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce
Cam Payan
Bank of America
Nick Rice
AutoMasters of Nashville
Matt Ryan (Secretary)
JE Dunn
Shivan Sindi Cane Ridge Community Club
Reggie Smith
Pinnacle Financial Partners
Emily Tan Belmont University
Wesley Trigg (President)
Community Health Systems
Chris Price
YLC Board Intern, Tractor Supply
Staff Members
Darrell Hawks, Executive Director
Katherine Dennis, Ph.D., Community Engagement Manager
Grace Ingram, Community Engagement Coordinator
Kristen Grohs, Community Engagement & Volunteer Leader
Gissele Martinez, Work-based Learning Intern
Regional Advisors
Including local elected officials, residents, employees, employers, educators, community organizers, environmentalists, outdoor enthusiasts, and more.
Contracted Professional Services
