Longwood Gardens announced the appointment of Logan S. Herring, Sr., Chief Executive Officer of The WRK Group, and Maria Alvarez Mann, global technology executive and management consultant, to its Board of Trustees. 

Longwood Gardens also announced that Ann C. Rose has been named Chair of the Board of Trustees, succeeding Jane G. Pepper, who concluded a decade of distinguished leadership.

“We are delighted to welcome Logan and Maria to Longwood’s Board of Trustees,” said Rose “Each brings exceptional expertise and insight that will strengthen our governance and help advance Longwood’s mission—to inspire all through the beauty of nature, conservation, and learning.”

Paul B. Redman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Longwood Gardens, added, “Logan’s transformative leadership in community development and Maria’s visionary approach to global technology will be invaluable as we continue to shape Longwood’s future and deepen our impact.”

As the Chief Executive Officer of The WRK Group, which encompasses The Warehouse, REACH Riverside, and Kingswood Community Center, Herring has been a driving force behind the revitalization of Wilmington, Delaware’s Riverside neighborhood. Beginning his work there in 2016 as Executive Director of Kingswood Community Center, Herring recognized the need for long-term investment and collaboration to uplift the community.

In 2018, he founded The WRK Group to lead this transformation through integrated initiatives in housing, education, health, and economic mobility. Today, the organization employs more than 80 staff members and invests over $15 million annually to empower Riverside residents.
Herring serves on numerous boards, including the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce, Christiana Care Health System, and the Delaware Business Roundtable Executive Committee. His leadership has earned him recognition as CEO of the Year and among the Most Impactful Leaders in the First State by Delaware Business Times. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from Goucher College and a Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership from Boston College.

A seasoned global technology executive, Mann has held senior leadership positions across the banking, finance, and manufacturing industries. Her roles as Chief Information Officer, Chief Technology Officer, and Chief Data Officer at organizations including JPMorgan Chase, USAA, and DST/SS&C have positioned her as a leader in large-scale technology transformation, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory compliance.

In 2022, Mann founded a management consulting practice specializing in IT strategy and digital modernization, advising clients on data and cloud transformations, cybersecurity integration, and post-merger technology alignment. She also serves as a Board Director for Abyro Capital and advises ReKnew.ai on climate-focused technology solutions.

Throughout her career, Mann has championed diversity in technology, establishing initiatives to advance women, Hispanic professionals, and veterans in leadership roles. She earned a bachelor of science in computer science from West Virginia University and has been recognized with numerous honors, including CIO of the Year by the Latinos in Information Science and Technology Association (LISTA), the YMCA Leadership Award, and inclusion in CIO Magazine’s Top 100 IT Professionals.

Rose has served on Longwood’s Board of Trustees since 2001. An active leader in the community, Rose also serves as a director of Brown Advisory Trust Company of Delaware, LLC, is the vice president of the board for the Hagley Museum and Library, and is vice president of the board at Mt. Cuba Center.

Pepper joined the Longwood Board in 2005 and was elected Chair in 2015. She will continue to serve as a member of the Board of Trustees. 

With these appointments, Longwood Gardens reaffirms its commitment to strong governance, community partnership, and a bold vision for the future of the Gardens and its impact.