Our Board

Tami Enright, the driving force behind The Bee Cause Project, is on a mission to cultivate a generation of bee enthusiasts. Her passion lies in educating both adults and children, with a special focus on fostering appreciation for pollinators and rekindling students' connection with the natural world, all while nurturing a sense of environmental stewardship.

This remarkable journey began within Tami's own family. When her four children were in their formative years, she introduced a hive into their backyard, unveiling an entirely new world of wonder and discovery. Recognizing the transformative power of this experience, Tami felt compelled to share it with more children, aiming to bridge the gap between the food on their plates and the pollinators buzzing in their own backyards.

"The challenges faced by our pollinators are real," Tami emphasizes as co-founder of The Bee Cause Project. For her, inspiring students to become stewards of the environment is a powerful step towards creating a brighter, more sustainable world.

Kate joined the Conservancy in May 2022 as Director of Horticulture.  Kate’s love of Horticulture and Gardens developed at a very early age working with her mother in their home garden and having the opportunity to travel and visit historic gardens around the world at a young age. After graduating from Ohio University with a degree in Environmental Geography, Kate found her way back to the Lowcountry and to Horticulture, graduating with her Associate's degree in Horticulture from Trident Technical College. 

Her love of travel pushed her to accept an internship with the French Heritage Society studying in several French Gardens including Chateau de Brecy, Chateau de Valmer, and Chateau d’Acquigny. Upon returning to Charleston, Kate began her career with Magnolia Plantation and Gardens. While there, she managed the Horticulture Department, led the 200-plus volunteer contingent, conceptualized the Gilliard Garden Center, developed their camellia website and database, and designed the exquisite annual and perennial beds.

She enjoys cooking, spending time with family, friends, traveling, and hiking when time allows.

Jamie has a passion for environmental education that translates into sheer enthusiasm when engaging with the public. She is always up for an adventure and we are so pleased to be a part of her journey.

Jamie’s work offers her an opportunity to get involved with environmental education in our community and gives her a chance to encourage citizens to make educated decisions and instill sustainable habits.

Jamie is inspired by repurposing and upcycling.  She gets inspiration from photographing Charleston's historical buildings and beautiful landscapes along the beaches and waterways.  She enjoys textures and bright colors which can be found in interesting cityscapes in Charleston from abandoned buildings, the beach, rusted metals, peeling paint, and of course, the sunset/sunrise. 

Joshua is a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Biologist that works with endangered plants and fish. NCSU graduate with a Bachelor’s of Science in Environmental Technology and Management with an interest in restoration ecology with an emphasis community-based solutions. He has had multiple research experiences and internships that have inspired him to learn more about the natural world and spend his career conserving the environment.

Sarah has a breadth of experience in agriculture, horticulture, development, event planning, social media management, volunteer coordination, customer service, operations and systems management, and studio art. Sarah cares a lot about people as well as the planet.  She prides herself on treating both of them with compassion and respect. She strives for sustainability and intentionality in all aspects of life and work, knowing that even the smallest decisions have long-term effects on the environment as well as communities.

Sarah loves a solid sunset which is easy to find in Charleston.  She is an old hand at finding shark teeth and she owns a small sailboat.

Becca joined the expansion of the Conservancy’s Horticulture team in June of 2021. She is a Charleston native who graduated from the College of Charleston with a degree in Anthropology, with a focus on Archaeology. After years of traveling the country as an Archaeologist, she decided to further her interest in the ethnological connection between people, plants, and parks. This led her to work as a Horticulturist with a local plant nursery as well as an Educator at Middleton Place National Historic Landmark.

At the Conservancy, you can find Becca working alongside the Park Angel volunteers and helping maintain the beauty and design of the Conservancy parks. She finds excitement in engaging and educating the community with the beauty of the outdoors. In her free time, you can find her traveling, creating floral designs, reading, and spending time on the ocean.