Meet the Team

 

Tracy Smith 

Owner-Operator

Tracy’s love for growing things, her desire to bless the community, and her faith, are the crux of Long Row Lavender. She enjoys sharing her passion for home decor through our gift shop, and watching the café fill up with visitors each day. At any given time, you can find Tracy working in the field, chatting with the public, and working hard to make the barn your favorite destination place. Want to learn more about lavender? Contact Tracy at info@longrowlavender.com to schedule your consultation.

 

Chad Smith

Owner-Head Farmer

Chad has merged his strong business sense with his love of farming in order to propel Long Row Lavender forward. He is always working on more efficient ways to run LRL, practices benefitting all who visit! A true farmer at heart, Chad works tirelessly to improve the conditions of everything we grow. In addition to the farm’s upkeep, Chad spearheads our hoop house and helps with anything and everything! You can typically find Chad working in the field, chatting with customers, and keeping LRL in tip top shape! Follow @letsmow94 on instagram for all things farm.

Jessica & Ryan Pfendler

Owner of Jessica Lauren Photography/Photographer

Tracy and Chad’s oldest daughter Jessica, owns Jessica Lauren Photography. Jessica works behind the scenes helping with social media, graphic design, and many of the events at the farm (all while balancing her business!) She keeps us looking good all of the time. In need of a photographer? Email Jessica at hello@jessica-lauren.com

Colin & Taylor Smith

Pinch Hitters

Tracy and Chad's oldest son and his wife Taylor are the farm's built in pinch hitters. These two are always willing to meet staffing needs and help on big market days! At any given event, you can find them chatting with customers, working our food booth, or parking patrons. (We have the best help!)

Dylan Smith

Owner of Long Row Lawns/Head Landscaper

Tracy and Chad's youngest son, Dylan, has greatly helped the farm for years. Now, he runs his own business and steps in as Long Row's “grounds guy” seasonally. He uses his love for lawns and attention to detail to keep our field looking fresh year round. You can find Dylan manicuring the lawns, talking with customers, and lending an extra hand to our staff. In need of a landscaper? Reach out to longrowlawns@gmail.com for a free quote.

Ella Smith

Gift Shop Girl/Production Team Member/Long Row Home Coordinator

Tracy and Chad’s youngest, Ella has grown up with “all things lavender” and is a valuable asset to the farm. She has an extensive knowledge of our product line, the lavender grown on the property, and the skill to work in almost any position at the farm. Currently, Ella is our pinch hitter and Long Row Home Social Media Coordinator. Ella is the best! 

Martha Thornhill

Marketing Manager

A former gift shop girl, Martha has worked at LRL (and loved it!) for years. She runs our social media, organizes markets and events, and heads up our venue space. Martha could be anywhere during the day, haha! Interested in booking our venue space? Contact Martha at marketing@longrowlavender.com for general venue information.

Katie Power

Lead Barista

Katie’s leadership skills and her love of people make her an excellent lead barista. She is always dreaming up new drinks for the café and making customers feel welcome. When she is not making coffee, you can find Katie teaching her team how to strengthen their skills, helping out the kitchen staff, and chatting with our regulars. 

Maghan Kitchen

Kitchen Lead

Arguably born to be our kitchen lead, Maghan is our calm in the crazy storm of the lunch rush. Her gentle spirit and attention to detail make her a wonderful anchor for our café “ship”. Maghan excels at encouraging her team to do their best and making sure the kitchen runs smoothly. The “Kitchen Special'' on our menu is her own creation!

Amanda Matson

Lead Baker

Always the first one to the farm each morning, Amanda keeps our kitchen smelling sweet! You can thank her hard work for the delicious baked goods available in our café. She loves to use her creativity to provide the public with lovely seasonal goods to be enjoyed by all. Be sure and try her treats on your next visit to the farm. Need baked goods for an event? Contact amandaannesbakery@yahoo.com 

Jana Ingle

Production Lead

Jana is the courageous woman who has taken on our production! A real wizard with organizing, Jana keeps tabs on all of the moving parts that make up our production line. While you may not see her face when you visit, her fingerprints are all over LRL. When Jana is not making a product she is allowing Maghan a day off as kitchen lead. 

 

Charlie

 Farm Mascot/General Manager 

Charlie is our farm dog and Long Row's mascot! A true friend to all, he has been given the title general manager as his "spot" is in the office. You can typically find Charlie blazing our walking trail, or "working" in the office. 

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