Waterbury, Vermont, United States
I am a co-owner and founder of Zenbarn and Zenbarn Farms, a multifaceted social enterprise that combines a restaurant, bar, events and wellness center, a dispensary, and a cannabis social enterprise. I have over seven years of experience in creating and operating this innovative project that aims to build community from soil to soul. With a background in international development and nonprofit management, and an MBA in Sustainability, I have developed core competencies in community development, policy analysis, international relations, social justice, local food systems, and health and well-being. I am passionate about fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and empowerment among our staff, customers, partners, and suppliers. I am always looking for new opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to the social and environmental impact of our work.
Zenbarn is a restaurant, bar, events and wellness center on a mission to build community from soil to soul. We feature delicious food, Vermont craft beer & spirits, live music and wellness classes. We host events from conferences and retreats to weddings and Bar Mitzvahs. Stop by for a visit or send me a message to learn more.
As part of the senior leadership team, responsible for running four retail reuse stores and a trucking and acquisition department with over $2M in annual sales and 30 staff.
Lead for marketing, branding, and fundraising efforts for $15M community development and anti-poverty organization. Development of proposals for state and national government and private foundations. Support in improving data systems for customer relationship management, donor tracking, tracking outcomes.
Managed the Close the Loop program which, over my tenure, became statewide in Vermont. Established several community-based composting programs throughout Vermont. Provided technical support to composters, municipalities, schools and businesses. Helped to establish a national network of community composters. Developed grant proposals to support program development and expansion. Managed program budget and outcomes.
managed the Serbia Civil Society Advocacy Initiative program, a 7-year program designed to build capacity of civil society and address key social and environmental issues important to Serbian citizens