Erica Lisowe

Next Generation Advisory Council Member

Originally from Raleigh, NC, Erica Lisowe studied Biological Engineering at NC State University, where she also worked on an urban farm and studied permaculture design. A service-learning fellowship showed her the power of community action, and her purpose in playing a part in the ecosystem of needs. After graduation, she served two terms in AmeriCorps as a School Garden Manager & Educator, which brought her to Knoxville in 2021. Here she realized her passion for sharing her love of teaching while growing food and supporting native resilience. Erica joined the Knox County Community Gardens and Growers’ Alliance in 2023 as a Co-Director of the Youth Garden Education Program and is proud to be playing a part in addressing community needs by working with people, learning more every step of the way.