Willa Conway
Program Director
Stoneroot Retreat, Willa’s brainchild, is an expression of her desire to create space for healers, artists, and activists looking to restore, dream, practice, and connect to the Earth. Willa brings a wealth of experience in community organizing, retreat organizing, and organizational development. She enjoys learning about the history of the land, foraging for mushrooms, observing the many different birds on the property, and meeting the residents and visitors to Stoneroot. Willa splits her time between Ellijay and New Orleans with a deep commitment to supporting Southern artists and organizers, and to making retreat space as accessible as possible.
Holley Evergreen
Land Steward and Project Manager
An invaluable asset to Stoneroot, Holley joined its staff in 2025 and brings expertise, care, and love to their diverse roles as Land Steward, Residency Host Coordinator, and Site Manager.
Holley is filled with gratitude to be home in their beloved southern mountains, to be working with purpose for the land and with the people who make Stoneroot a place of grounding and light. Their many adventures in teaching, farming, writing and guiding have led them to this unique mountainside, where people, plants and critters support and encourage each other in immeasurable ways.
Bruno Soria
Site Director
As Stoneroot’s Site Director, Bruno brings his skills in design, construction, and project management, as well as his love of plants and trees, to lead the development and execution of the team’s long-term vision for the physical spaces of Stoneroot. This includes planning, development, and maintenance of all cabins, structures, and trails, with an emphasis on sustainable practices and the preservation of the natural environment.