As an East Tennessee native, Laura Ringo started her nonprofit career in fundraising and special events at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital. Laura moved to Spartanburg in August 2005 after marrying her husband Will, who works for Milliken. It has not taken long for the Upstate to feel like home for her, as she attended Furman University in Greenville for four years. Laura graduated in 2002 with a degree in history, emphasizing in Latin American studies.
*One of ten South Carolina Safe Routes to School instructors
*Leadership Spartanburg 2006
*Spartanburg Area Transportation Study: Enhancement Committee
*Member: South Carolina Coalition for Obesity Prevention Efforts
*One of eight in the U.S. to receive full scholarship to Pro Walk/Pro Bike 2006
*Habitat for Humanity Board of Directors
*Mayor's Committee for Citizens with Disabilities
*Hampton Heights Neighborhood Association, Vice President
*Leadership Spartanburg Alumni Association Board of Directors
*Spartanburg Regional Women's Health Advisory Committee
A native of Spartanburg, Jean Crow returned to her hometown in 2005. During the two years prior, she lived in Austin, Texas and served as program manager for the Austin Parks Foundation, a nonprofit organization supporting the City's park and trail system. Noting the great things happening in Austin, Jean wanted to be a part of bringing positive changes to Spartanburg. Before joining Partners for Active Living, she led active-living and outdoor recreation programs for the Palmetto Conservation Foundation. Jean graduated from Furman University in 2002 with a degree in religion and history, and concentration in classical studies.
*Nationally certified League Cycling Instructor
*Presenter at Pro Walk/Pro Bike international conference 2006
*Presenter at State Department of Transportation Annual Conference 2005 & 2007
*Mayor's Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Commission
*Farmers Market Advisory Council
*Hub-Bub.com Advisory Council
*globalbike Board of Directors
*Freewheelers of Spartanburg Board of Directors
Born and raised in a small Wisconsin town, Amanda moved to Spartanburg in July 2008 to serve as an AmeriCorps*VISTA member for PAL. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse in May 2008 with a Bachelors in Sociology and a minor in Business Administration. Amanda has found that Spartanburg is a warm and welcoming community and looks forward to her experiences with PAL!
Community Presentations:
Both Laura and Jean are available for presentations to your employees, organization members, or civic group! For a list of presentation topics click here or contact usto find out more!
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As an East Tennessee native, Laura Ringo started her nonprofit career in fundraising and special events at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital. Laura moved to Spartanburg in August 2005 after marrying her husband Will, who works for Milliken. It has not taken long for the Upstate to feel like home for her, as she attended Furman University in Greenville for four years. Laura graduated in 2002 with a degree in history, emphasizing in Latin American studies.
A native of Spartanburg, Jean Crow returned to her hometown in 2005. During the two years prior, she lived in Austin, Texas and served as program manager for the Austin Parks Foundation, a nonprofit organization supporting the City's park and trail system. Noting the great things happening in Austin, Jean wanted to be a part of bringing positive changes to Spartanburg. Before joining Partners for Active Living, she led active-living and outdoor recreation programs for the Palmetto Conservation Foundation. Jean graduated from Furman University in 2002 with a degree in religion and history, and concentration in classical studies.
Born and raised in a small Wisconsin town, Amanda moved to Spartanburg in July 2008 to serve as an AmeriCorps*VISTA member for PAL. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse in May 2008 with a Bachelors in Sociology and a minor in Business Administration. Amanda has found that Spartanburg is a warm and welcoming community and looks forward to her experiences with PAL! 
