Rose Keyes

Rose grew up near the New River in southern West Virginia and has been interested in environmental issues and water quality from an early age. Before attending college she served three years with AmeriCorps working to address pressing environmental issues around the country. In 2007 she enrolled at Ohio University where she earned a Bachelor of Specialized Studies Degree with a focus on English & Geography and a concentration on food security and resource extraction issues in Appalachia.

In addition to her work with non-profits she is also a writer and yoga instructor. Since moving to Asheville in 2015 she has continued to write and teach yoga, as well as expanded her operations, database and communication skills. In her free time you can find her hiking, traveling and gardening.