Meet the Team

First In Gardens was envisioned and developed by “a dreamer” and “an architect.” Sarah and Bryan both share a love for adventure, community, and good times. Combining their own passions in a way that created an opportunity to support their neighbors and foster a sense of belonging in a joyful endeavor, was the seed that has germinated into First In Gardens.

We look forward to welcoming you to FIG!

  • Sarah’s personal mission is to serve her community with curiosity, imagination, and creativity rooted in authentic and compassionate living.

    Some of Sarah’s professional labels have included musician, fisherman, orchestra manager, educator, service-learning travel guide, and chaplain.

    Without a doubt, her new favorite is Director of Operations with First In Gardens!

  • Bryan is a former enlisted Marine who brings dedication and creativity to his role as Director of Development at First In Gardens.  The continuous mission of supporting First Responders and Veterans is his passion.   

    Bryan also loves making music, either with his mouth or his piano, and still chases frisbees in ultimate matches. A proud husband and father of three uniquely wonderful kids, he also enjoys model trains and growing disturbingly hot peppers - because life is always better with a lot of spice!

  • Scot spent over 21 years in the Coast Guard and Marine Corps, leading missions and managing logistics in high-pressure environments. 

    After the military, he worked as a tattooer in a busy street shop—helping people turn rough ideas into something lasting and meaningful. 

    Now, he’s putting that experience to work at First In Gardens. He’s hands-on, keeps things running smooth, and knows when to lead or step back so others can find their footing. Whether it’s building out infrastructure or just being present, Scot’s all about giving people room to grow.

“The human tendency to focus on life and lifelike processes is a biologically based need and integral to development as individuals and as a species.”

— E.O. Wilson

First In Gardens does not and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status in any of its activities or operations.  Those activities include, but are not limited to, the hiring and firing of employees, the selection of volunteers and vendors, and the welcoming of any participants.