Meet The Team

Growing up on a cattle farm in rural Pennsylvania gave Jack an appreciation for the growing process and the importance of fully understanding where our food comes from.  Selling vegetables by the roadside was what he did as a kid to earn money.

 Jack has a degree in Electronic Engineering and spent 12 years in the nuclear industry.  While his career took him all over the United States, he has always been passionate about farming, sustainability and how they are connected.  At Basket Case Farms, he has found a way to marry his passions and his background for the benefit of others.  As Director of Farm Operations, Jack oversees the entire farm operations, ensuring the overall strategy and goals of the farm are adhered to and met.

 “I see the potential that the farm has as well as its current impact on the community.  I’m so proud to be a part of it.  Farming is always a work in progress. It becomes a part of you.  I always told my Dad I didn’t want to be a farmer when I grew up, so I guess he gets the last laugh.”

 Outside of the farm, Jack can be found doing anything outdoors.  He’s an avid fly fisherman, Pittsburgh Steelers fan, and enjoys spending time relaxing and traveling with his wife and daughter.

Born and raised in Charlotte, John brings valuable experience in landscape architecture, plant design, and gardening. The decision to be part of a project that focuses on bettering his community was an easy one.

John enjoys the routine and rhythm of the farm and uses problem-solving skills while heading special projects. His perseverance and commitment to getting tasks done are apparent and appreciated.

Active in the kitchen, John enjoys preparing creative and fresh vegetarian meals for his Charlotte-native family. His best friend Rickie, a hound dog, keeps him active chasing squirrels and visiting neighbors at the community garden. “It’s a daily must!”

“I believe that growing and giving can happen in many forms and is vital to the future of our communities. I look forward to doing just that, every day!”