Annamaria Leon is co-owner of Homan Grown, L3C, a social enterprise focused on propagating urban durable perennials, and on creating regenerative edible and ornamental landscapes. A certified permaculture designer and teacher, she is co-founder of the Permaculture Chicago Teaching Institute, located in the North Lawndale neighborhood on Chicago's West Side. Annamaria focuses her community organizing efforts through projects that reflecther love of greening and beautification.