Angie Hengst, Board President
Tracy brings more than 20 years of experience in community and economic development, strategic planning, and multi-stakeholder project management across Maryland. Most recently the founder and principal of Bluebird Enterprises, LLC, she has guided numerous complex, multi-partner initiatives spanning master planning, workforce development, green infrastructure, and local food systems.
Her career includes leadership as an Executive Director for several nonprofit and community organizations, where she earned a reputation for building organizational capacity, advancing public-private partnerships, and leading high-impact strategic communications efforts. Known for her ability to synthesize complex information and align diverse partners, Ward has worked closely with state agencies, municipal governments, private-sector partners, philanthropic investors, and community-based organizations throughout the region.