Wade brings a unique blend of experience in community organizing, fundraising, grassroots community development and leadership. A graduate of Birmingham-Southern College and Vanderbilt University, he was inspired by the strength of community-led initiatives while conducting research in Nicaragua through the Lilly Endowment program. Wade’s past roles include leadership in faith-based nonprofits and creating/leading secular non-profits. His dedication to sustainable development is only matched by his love for family, backpacking, running, and the outdoors.