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Meet Our People

Dedicated. Experienced. They ensure we always put our best food forward.

JoAnne Dennee

Educator

JoAnne is well versed in food education and food traditions

Colin O'Brien

Farm Manager

Colin manages organic vegetable production and our flowers

Sophie Springer

Charitable Programs Director

Sophie began working with Common Roots as a grad student at UVM

Liz Spitler

Communications Manager

Liz is a recent graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition

Anthony Jones

Chef

Chef Anthony celebrates food cultures from around the world

Noah Hyman

Director

Noah is involved in food equity with dignity throughout the region

Robin Jeffers

Strategist

Robin has a deep commitment to farms as a vital community resoerce

Carol McQuillen

Executive Director

Carol has years of experience educating children and families about food

Eric Ayers

Co-Treasurer

He has given over a decade to our mission and vision

Jeff Culkin

Director

Jeff is passionate about growing things as he is an avid gardener

Oliver Curran

Director

Oliver has years of experience working in local food systems

Kylie deGroot Spiegel

Director

Kylie is our ace fundraiser

Noah Gilbert-Fuller

Board Chair

Noah has deep roots in agriculture

Amy Jones

Co-Treasurer

Amy is an expert in financial planning

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