Our Mission
“The Wild Ramp is an indoor, year-round, 501(c)(3) nonprofit farmers
market based in Huntington, West Virginia, with a mission to support
our community by promoting local agriculture, providing fresh food,
and celebrating artisan craftsmanship. To support the workforce
development and entrepreneurship aspects of our work, we began a
partnership with local nonprofit Coalfield Development in May of
2025 to GROW what our market can do! Through this partnership,
Coalfield’s teams, including Refresh Appalachia, RePower
Appalachia, and Revitalize Appalachia, will work alongside our
market to:
• Support grant writing and pursue collaborative opportunities
with additional community organizations
• Expand job training programs and host more community
events
• Provide tailored business support for local food and farm
entrepreneurs
• Make the Wild Ramp’s market more energy efficient
We’re glad to be a part of the Coalfield team. Learn more about the
work of the organization here, and Board of Directors here.
Meet the Team
We’re led by a group of passionate individuals working to grow a community for agriculture. We love what we do!
Meet the Team
We’re led by a group of passionate individuals working to grow a community for agriculture. We love what we do!
Shelly Keeney
Market Manager
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Nick Atkins
Harvest Kitchen Manager
As the Kitchen Manager for The Wild Ramp, Nick brings a wealth of experience and a deep connection to the Huntington community, where he has lived his entire life. With nine years of experience in the restaurant industry, Nick is well-versed in the culinary arts. Beyond his culinary work, he spends his free time with his lively dog, Blue. Nick's hobbies include fishing, sports, and camping.
Breanna Perkins-Hatfield
Hatfield Market Technician
A Huntington native and Marshall University graduate with a B.A. in Art, Breanna loves bringing a friendly face and approachable energy to every corner of the market. As a Market Technician, they enjoy connecting with everyone who walks through the doors—whether it’s chatting with producers about their latest harvest or helping customers discover something new. Breanna has a special passion for working with children, sparking their curiosity about where food comes from and showing them how it travels from the farm all the way to the dinner table.
Brock Porter
Harvest Kitchen/Market Technician
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Sophia Cassidy
Market Technician
Sophia Cassidy, a South Point, Ohio native, brings both warmth and professionalism to the Farmers Market team. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Marshall University, where she developed strong organizational and people skills that serve her well in her role as retail floor technician. She ensures the market is efficient, well-organized, and welcoming for both customers and producers. Her background in sociology gives her a unique ability to connect with people, build relationships, and support a positive community atmosphere. Outside of the market, Sophia raises her own flock of chickens, which strengthens her knowledge of small-scale farming and gives her a special appreciation for working with local egg producers.
