About Us
It all started with a seed.
Once upon a time, in a vibrant community nestled between rolling hills and lush fields, a group of young visionaries gathered with a common dream—to empower youth through agriculture. This dream gave birth to Champion Youth Entrepreneurs for Agriculture (CYEA), a platform where gardening became the gateway to wisdom and business knowledge for all children.
OUR MISSION
Champion Youth Entrepreneurs for Agriculture (CYEA) empowers young people to grow as leaders by connecting them to gardening, entrepreneurship, and community service—nurturing healthy families and thriving neighborhoods along the way.
OUR VISION
We envision vibrant communities where every family has the tools, knowledge, and confidence to grow their own future—starting with the next generation.
OUR POSITIONS
Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders: The Impact of Entrepreneurship Education
Attention parents and young aspiring entrepreneurs! Are you looking for a dynamic youth program? CYEA offers a variety of engaging positions, from Jr. Chef to Civil Engineer, where your child can learn, grow, and have fun!
While not every child may become an entrepreneur, we believe that entrepreneurship activities are essential for equipping young minds with the critical hard and soft skills needed for success in the 21st century.
From perseverance to financial literacy, these universal lessons empower students to tackle life’s challenges with confidence. Our vision is to cultivate these skills in as many youth gardeners as possible, preparing them to thrive in any path they choose.
CYEA Positions
Jr Executive
Jr Chef & Event Coordinator
Jr Civil Engineer
Jr Finance Manager
Jr Farmer
Jr Market Manager
Meet
Our Champion Garderners
Ziedale Walker
Jr. Executive
Jr Meteorologist, Jr. Civil Engineer, Jr. Inventory Control Manager
Amalia Muhammad
Brand Ambassador
Malachi Henderson
Jr. Chef
Event Coordinator
Kaden Wilson
Jr. Executive
Sergeant at Arms
Anisa Bandele
Art Manager
Kendall Johnson
Jr. Chef
Event Coordinator
Abijah Walker
Chef & Market Manager
Charlotte Welch
Jr. Chef
Event Coordinator
Thembani Drake
Garden assistant
OUR WORK
Rooted in Communities: Our Impact Across Metro Atlanta and Across the Globe
Explore the awesome places where CYEA has planted gardens, turning ordinary spots into vibrant green hubs full of fresh veggies and cool skills!
Meet
Our Senior Staff
Charlie Robinson
CEO & Founder
Charles Tinley
DIRECTOR OF LANDSCAPE DESIGN
Tracy Jackson
WEBSITE SUPPORT
Alyssa Gable
WEBSITE & E-COMMERCE SUPPORT
Cheryl Whicker
Director of Youth Development
Earl Taylor
DIRECTOR OF YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Vanessa Taylor
BOOKKEEPER
Renda Johnson
BOOKKEEPER
Angela Brown-Gorham
BUSINESS MANAGER
Wendy Wilson
Co-Founder
Zakee Shariff
DIRECTOR OF EVENTS & FINE ARTS
Petra Matinson
DESIGNER & FLORIST
Bettye Ludd
DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
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