Skye Ruozzi is an architectural designer and artist working at the intersection of ecological design and spatial justice. Her practice uses local materials and participatory building to cultivate shared knowledge and community engagement. With two decades of experience, she bridges technical rigor with visionary experimentation to create socially rooted and ecologically responsive spaces.

Brice Gutshall is an architect based in Lafayette, Louisiana, whose work blends technical expertise with socially driven design. A 2024 NOMA Future Faces Fellow, she contributed to cultural and institutional projects at Ennead Architects in New York. Her M.Arch thesis explored architecture’s role in advancing generational equity and community resilience.

Arica Wyche is a Senior Derivatives Analyst at T. Rowe Price in Baltimore, Maryland, specializing in quantitative finance and derivatives trading. She began her career as a Chemical Engineer at DTE Energy and has completed research and internships in energy and environmental consulting. Beyond finance, she is passionate about natural building and sustainable architecture, combining her technical expertise with hands-on ecological design.

Alyssa Portaro is an environmental advocate and nonprofit founder passionate about community-focused conservation and regenerative land stewardship. An NWF-certified EcoLeader, she spearheads Habitat Recovery & Kindness Project; leading initiatives in land restoration, wildlife rehabilitation, and environmental justice. Based in Louisiana, she transforms her 24-acre homestead into a thriving center for sustainable agriculture, education, and ecological activism.

Misha Mayeur is a New Orleans-based artist, storyteller, and community organizer. She serves as the Director of Storytelling and Communications at the Habitat Recovery Project, where she amplifies the voices of Gulf Coast communities through creative media. Misha is also a Resident Visionary at Miss Misha May, blending art, culture, and activism to foster resilience and connection.

Iffy Roma is a multidisciplinary performance artist, producer, and embodiment facilitator based in Austin, Texas. She integrates fire, acrobatics, poetry, and dance to create immersive storytelling experiences and works with the Habitat Recovery Project to support community-based ecological restoration. Beyond the stage, Iffy empowers youth through creative expression and environmental engagement.