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Board of Stewards
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Board of Stewards
Become an Integral Part of Your Co-Op
The Board of Stewards is a group of Co-Op owners that act as a bridge between the body of owners and the staff. They use this position to participate in both crafting and implementing the strategic vision of the organization.
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Join a committee or run for a board seat at the annual General Membership Meeting every fall and help ensure the future of the Newark Community Co-Op.
Click on a Board Member's Photo to Learn More about Them!
Toby Hagerott
President
"The quality and unique items the Co-op carries, and space for the community to gather together are important to our organization in many ways."
Jerry Dorsman
Vice President
"I want to ensure that our Co-op continues to provide a wide variety of high quality foods at the most affordable prices."
Nancy Willing
Secretary
"I joined the Co-op community while a college student in the 70s, seeking to better understand alternatives to 20th Century norms for nutrition, lifestyles, healing practices, health and spirituality. "
Rachel Brewer
Member at Large
'I am a dirt loving, community minded, outside of the box thinker. who has grown organically (both personally and as a farmer) for the last 10 years as a member of the co-op."
Sarah Grantham
Member at Large
"My favorite part of the store is the bulk section, as I am trying to reduce my plastic waste and lessen my footprint."
Tom Paduano
Member at Large
"I believe that we can continue to create local economic resiliency and sustainability with the Co-op, the Farmers Market, and the Newark community. "
Rebecca Northrop
Member at Large
"I have been coming to Newark Natural Foods since I was a kid and have seen many versions of the retail shop space and the growing community that supports the mission."
Scotty Hartman
Member at Large
"I believe it is a civic responsibility to promote and participate in activities that improve the wellbeing of our communities."