Meet the People Behind the Progress
Team and Leadership
At Clean Memphis, our work is powered by passionate leaders, educators, and community advocates who believe in building a cleaner, more sustainable future for all Memphians. From classrooms to businesses, our team brings expertise, creativity, and collaboration to every initiative we take on.
Team

Ali Manning
Program Consultant, Project Green Fork

Amber Lipford
Sustainability Educator

Emma Simmons
Sustainability Educator

Heidi Rupke
Food Rescue Coordinator

Janet Boscarino
Director, Strategic Partnerships and Development

Kathleen Quinlen
Director, Finance and Operations

Leann Edwards
Director, Project Green Fork

Michelle Cowan
Director, Education & Community Impact

Nefertiti Orrin
President and CEO

Sam Powers
Grants Project Manager
Board of Directors

Jake Allen
Flex

Levell Hairston
International Paper

Maggie Strom
Tioga Environmental Consultants

Marshall Bartlett
Home Place Pastures

Nora Boone
Community Attributes, Inc.
Shana Woods
Tennessee Valley Authority
Be Part of Memphis’ Sustainable Future
Whether you’re a teacher, a business owner, or a neighbor who loves your block, there’s a place for you in this work. Join us in building a more beautiful, equitable, and sustainable Memphis.