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Coy Poitier

Cofounder
Poitier Farms
Country or state 
United States (Texas)
City 
Dallas
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America/Chicago

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Bio

Featured in Who’s Who In Black Dallas 5th Edition for his work in nonprofit leadership and community activism, Coy LeBron Poitier is an award-winning filmmaker, keynote speaker, music producer, historical commissioner, urban farmer, and Texas Certified Master Gardener.

Coy is co-owner of Poitier and Associates, LLC, a startup consultant business that specializes in creating environmentally-sound landscapes, urban gardens, and food-secure communities in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex.

In 2007, Coy moved to Dallas County with his wife and children to assist in his mother’s church as Minister of Music and Christian Education Director. In 2014, Coy became the executive director of FAWC Conservatory of Arts and Sciences and their mission is to promote creative youth and young adult development by linking arts and science education, training, and interpretive experiences with building personal, social, and intellectual capacities needed to succeed in school, career, and life.

Poitier is a graduate of the 2020 Texas A&M AgriLife Extension’s Master Gardener program. He is certified in native landscape, food management, National Geographic Educators, and other urban agriculture certifications.

In 2021 Coy and FAWC Conservatory’s team dedicated the farm to its founders, Roy and Carolyn DeLoach. At DeLoach Urban Agricultural Center, the community gets hands-on experience on how to grow food, maintain a small garden, and more.

In January 2022, Coy was elected to the USDA's Farm Service Agency (FSA) Dallas Urban County Committee and serves as board chairman. The Dallas Urban County Committee works to encourage and promote urban, indoor, and other emerging agricultural production practices.

He also serves on the Dallas County Historical Commission, Baylor Scott & White- Resident Advisory Coun

Current position (3)

Cofounder

Poitier Farms

Plant Sales

Jackson Home and Garden

Executive Director

FAWC Conservatory of Arts and Sciences

Achievements (3)
Award-Winning Filmmaker

Coy’s award-winning short documentary, Cowboys of Color; A Multi-Cultural Legacy, won several film festival awards, is on display in two museums, and entered into the Dallas Public Library archives.

USDA Farm Service Agency Urban County Committee

In 2022, I was elected to USDA Farm Service Agency Urban County Committee serving LAA3 which covers Southeast Dallas County.

2018 Blake Anderson Public Service Award

Dallas City Councilman Adam McGough awarded his 2018 Blake Anderson Public Service Awards Tuesday at City Hall, presenting the honors in memory of the young man who worked on McGough’s staff while earning his MBA. The recipients from District 10 demonstrated their selflessness and dedication.

Degrees (2)
Motion Picture Production
KD College
2010 to 2011
Master Gardener
Texas A&M AgriLife Ext.
2020

Presentations

Presentations (4)
Food Activism

National Geographic Certified course geared towards youth. They learn the importance of food activism and what it takes to make healthy food available for underserved communities that are affected by food insecurity.

Native and Adaptive Plants of North Texas

Learn about the great plants you can grow right in your own backyard.

The Three Sisters - A Collaborative Roadmap to Food Security

A resilient food system is able to withstand and recover from disruptions in a way that ensures a sufficient supply of acceptable and accessible food for all.

Felony 2 Freedom

Motivational sessions or conferences hosted by Coy LeBron Poitier, former law enforcement officer turned felony convict. The show will encourage and inspire individuals convicted of a felony, highlighting their stories of redemption, life-changing experiences, and accomplishments.

Coy uses the concept of gardening as an example of planting a seed in the fertile ground to bring forth new life.

Past talks (6)
Growing Healthy Communities Conference
Tarrant Area Food Bank
WBG Garden Center: 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76107
July 16, 2022
CONVERSATION/PANEL: Food in Our Community
2022 EarthX Film Festival
Curiosity Lounge @ The Crow Museum
May 14, 2022
The 4DWN Experience
The 4DWN Project
2633 Ferris St, Dallas, TX 75226
November 5, 2022
Grow with Us - DeLoach Urban Agriculture Center
Dallas Public Library (Online)
1515 Young Street Dallas, TX 75201
February 14, 2022
Food & Justice Panel Discussion
Denton Black Film Festival
316 E. Hickory Street, Denton, TX 76201
January 28, 2023
Food & Justice [Virtual] Panel Discussion
Denton Black Film Festival
Denton Black Film Festival (online)
February 4, 2023
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National Geographic Educator Certification Lesson Plan - Food Activism
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Books & Articles (1)

Urban Agriculture Workshops Highlight Projects and Opportunities for Urban Growers

Expertise (23)

Animals & Plants
Skills & Trades
Education
Science
Social & Political
Urban Agriculture food insecurity Food Access Advocacy Engagement smart farming Food Justice Climate Smart Agriculture Horticulture Regenerative Agriculture Local Agriculture Fight Hunger African American food Food and Agriculture Food and Farming Vegetable “Black families” Farm To Table Organic Farming

Clients

EarthX Film
Unified Hands Urban Growers
Denton Black Film Festival
Dallas Public Library
Cowboys of Color International Rodeo
Fort Worth Public Library

Awards & certifications (4)

Educator Certification
National Geographic
2021
Certified Master Gardener
Texas A&M AgriLife
2020
Native Plant Certification
Native Plant Society of Texas
2021
Aquaponics for Beginners
Texas A&M AgriLIfe
2021

Reviews

Testimonials (1)
  • What can you say about Coy A Man Of All Men and will not give up on teaching you how to truly be an urban farmer.
    Corey
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I offer training and webinars to those desiring to grow their own food or ornamental plants.

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