meet the team

our founder

Waco’s Biggest cheerleader

Carole Fergusson's heart for Waco shines bright in all she does. As Executive Director of Keep Waco Beautiful, she leads with passion and purpose, working tirelessly to cultivate pride in place and community engagement. A devoted advocate for all things local, Carole’s love for Waco’s vibrant food scene inspired her to launch Waco Restaurant Week - a celebration of the city’s culinary creativity and the people behind it. Whether she’s rallying volunteers for a cleanup or championing local eats, Carole’s commitment to Waco is rooted in connection, care, and a deep belief in the beauty of community.

the faces behind waco restaurant week

  • Carole Fergusson

    Owner | Waco Restaurant Week

  • KATIE SELMAN

    Strategic Partnerships & Activations

  • Eric Linares

    Community Engagement

  • Haley Cash

    Creative Director

  • April Leman

    Marketing & PR

  • Kennedy Sam

    Social Media

  • Dominic Villa

    Director of Photography

  • Jacob Green

    Operations & Events

  • Rachel Ruth Tate

    Event Liaison

  • Jade Rumminger, LMSW

    Event Liaison

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