I am from: Middlebury, Vermont

What I do for work: Pilates Instructor & Movement Educator

Why Slow Food?: Slow Food offers a way to both be aware of the complications of the food system and also celebrate the joys inherent in it. And by getting involved, you're immediately connected to a global network of people working toward similar goals - that's powerful!

I am from: Fremont, California

What I do for work: Good To Eat Dumplings

Why Slow Food: Slow Food works towards a better food system across all parts and honors the people, their traditions, and immense knowledge behind the food. Slow Food's work comes from a place of joy and human connection. I came to know Slow Food East Bay through the Cultural Traditions Food Project, and found a group of people who not only celebrate food, but also the stories and discussion centered around those behind the food.

I am from: Saint Helena, California

What I do for work: Cannabis Professional

Why Slow Food?: Food has always been a big part of my life, having been a part time line cook since my early 20’s. When the pandemic happened and our restaurant closed I moved full time into the cannabis industry. Not only is it important to me to stay connected to the world of food, but I also think Slow Food’s values can be applied to the cannabis space. I want to help bridge that gap.

I am from: The Kansas City area, Kansas

What I do for work: Kitchen Table Advisors, a nonprofit for regenerative farmers & ranchers

I am from: Hilo, Hawaii

What I do for work: Core Team Member at Good to Eat

I am from: Fremont, California

What I do for work: Electrical engineer who went to culinary school; currently doing freelance work focusing on food education and writing my first cookbook!

I am from: Vallejo & Berkeley, California

What I do for work: Head Chef at the Cupboard SF

Why Slow Food?: I truly believe that food is how connections are made, and this organization prioritizes many of the principles I hold near and dear to my heart. I appreciate being able to do work that I think brings communities a little closer.

I am from: Winchester, Kentucky

What I do for work: Program Design & Technical Assistance at Room to Read