Sunya is a Florida native who has been working as a graphic and web designer for holistic and sustainably minded businesses for 15 years, in addition to being an active local musician and visual artist in the Tampa Bay Area.

“As SUAC’s new president, I am committed to finding new ways to blend urban agriculture and the arts to promote awareness, connection and meaningful change within our community. “

I am a native Floridian committed to community cohesion and resilience.  I work with the Educational Programs, grades pre-k thru 12th.  I volunteer at the Enoch Davis Recreation Center Senior Garden. I completed a rewarding career in Aviation Safety.  My biggest hobby is learning. I enjoy travel, learning about different cultures and the natural world.

A St. Petersburg native, Samantha Harris developed a deep interest in connecting the dots as an inner-city youth. Currently, her involvement in the non-profit, Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival Inc., includes executing it’s vision, fundraising, and program delivery regarding the Black and African-American food experience, spanning food consumption, culture, and lifestyle choices. She has a degree in Liberal Arts with career backgrounds in Accounting and Finance. Samantha is a two-time author and publisher. She enjoys traveling, interacting with the youth, and looks forward to publishing her first cookbook.

Robert (Bob) Murphy is a senior citizen and an advocate for environmental justice. He’s a volunteer for the organic  garden at the Sunshine Center in Saint Petersburg and he’s involved in other mutual aid programs.     Bob is a community minister (Unitarian Universalist)  with training in public health work.