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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

We acknowledge that we are on stolen, unceded, and traditional lands belonging to the 29 Tribes of Washington State. Let us all work to dismantle an unjust system rooted in segregation and white privilege.

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Founder/Director of Seed2Fork

Michele Ada Alston, Ed.D

Raised by my grandparents, I grew up learning hard work and service. My grandfather, a skilled horticulturist, and later a bread maker at Wonder Bread, shared bread and garden produce with our neighbors weekly. My grandmother worked at General Motors as a “Black Rosie the Riveter” during WWII, then as a cook at Rider College, with other family members following suit at Princeton University. Service ran in our family.

 

At 14, I started working in my uncle’s business, where I learned customer service, a firm handshake, and networking skills. During my Master’s and Doctoral studies, I broke ground as a Black woman in Systems Thinking, pioneering corporate roles and working on impactful projects, including delivering emergency vehicles to Africa with Boeing leadership. My 25-year corporate career allowed me to work with renowned experts like Dr. Edward Deming and Dr. Ron Heifetz.

After retiring, I returned to service.

 

Our farm now focuses on social justice, supporting marginalized communities, and promoting prevention gardening for Type 2 diabetes.

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President of Seed2Fork Board

James John Boyd III, BS

Mr. Boyd has a Bachelor of Science from Loma Linda University and has been the Chief Financial Officer of Boyd Properties for over 35 years. Boyd Properties is a family-owned business that owns seven apartment buildings and rental homes. James’s main job is overseeing the financial operations and making decisions based on the company’s financial stability. He manages their 18 employees, including the seven property managers. 

 

James supplies the following services to our board.

James has developed a 10-year strategic plan, a major undertaking that involves collaboration between our entire board and leadership team. He often participates in the decision-making process. With experience in governance, he makes sure that the financial aspects of our strategic plan are attainable and in order before it’s finalized.

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Vice President of Seed2Fork board

Fred Schuneman, Ph.D

Fred serves as the Training Project Manager responsible for working with clients and managing the development and implementation of Customized Training, Expert Consulting, and Personalized Coaching services.


With over 10 years’ experience in public, private and educational sectors, Fred has also worked in training or education as an instructor/facilitator, department head and director of instructional programs. Over these years’ of experience, he has provided creative and resourceful leadership and development of training utilizing various methodologies.  

 

He has developed and taught Train-the-Trainer courses, developed and delivered Equity and Social Justice training all across the State of Washington and provided formal and informal coaching from the individual contributor to executive level.


Fred holds a Master of Science in Workforce Education/Organizational Development from Southern Illinois university and a doctorate from Oregon State University in Educational Leadership.  

 

He is certified as a trainer in Equity and Social Justice Training and a facilitator in Continuous Improvement.

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Secretary to Seed2Fork Board

Debra Pryor

Debra supports Seed2Fork’s mission in her role as secretary, helping ensure the organization’s programs and communications remain organized and accessible to the communities we serve. She is also passionate about arts integration, an approach that connects academic content with the arts to create meaningful learning experiences.

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When developing or teaching lessons, Debra focuses on aligning standards in both the content area and the arts. She believes that if both cannot be clearly identified, it is not true arts integration. In this approach, the arts serve as a pathway for students to apply and connect previously learned concepts, creating a learning experience where both areas are interconnected.

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Her approach also emphasizes student growth in both the content and the arts. While teachers evaluate mastery within their respective areas, growth in both can be recognized and supported by anyone involved in the learning process.

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Treasurer of Seed2Fork

Vicki Welch

The Treasurer will be responsible for analyzing and reporting Seed2Fork organization’s financial data. She will perform a wide range of tasks, from reconciling bank accounts to compiling financial statements and preparing tax forms.

OUR TEAM 

Our team contributes to and manages all of our programs to achieve measurable outcomes. They actively listen to the needs of our community, respect their ideas, and strive to improve our services and processes in a timely manner.

 

The team’s strong collaboration skills enable them to navigate diverse perspectives and ideas. Even when they believe the community’s suggestion is the best option, they continue to listen, seek compromise, and remain respectful when receiving feedback or criticism.

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Director of After-School Program

Andi Beverly Webber

Building on a tradition of over 100 years, Le Cordon Bleu is a global leader in the culinary arts, known for its prestigious name and outstanding reputation in the culinary and hospitality industry. At Seed2Fork, we are fortunate to have Chef Andrea (Andi) Webber—a graduate of this renowned institution—as the Director of our After-School Program.

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Le Cordon Bleu laid the foundation for her culinary education, instilling in her the importance of practical skills, creativity, and precision. As a pâtisserie chef, Andi embraces the joy of creating nutritious baked goods such as fruit tarts, cakes, ice cream, and more—using quality ingredients as her artistic palette.

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Chef Andi supports her students in creating their own Children’s Rainbow Cookbook. She is deeply aware of the rising rates of type 2 diabetes in children, driven by the ongoing obesity epidemic. Her classes provide hands-on nutrition-based cooking instruction and wellness-focused physical activities aimed at helping children adopt healthier habits—potentially preventing the need for early oral medication.

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This is not just another after-school cooking program. Through these classes, students build essential life skills, including interpersonal communication, active listening, and teamwork.

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Food Distribution

Pastor Arthur Borders

Arthur Borders supports Seed2Fork Farm’s food distribution efforts with a hands-on, reliable approach. He moves and organizes boxes of food for distribution, sorts and bags fresh produce, and assists with on-site distribution to ensure communities are served efficiently. He delivers to “Giving Table” locations across the four counties served and supports volunteer coordination when needed. He loads and unloads deliveries, assists with logistics for food distribution, and carries out assigned program tasks, all with a focus on getting fresh, healthy food to those who need it most.

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Office Manager

Kim Foster

Kim is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the administrative tasks and functions of the office. She manages office staff, oversees day-to-day operations, and ensures that everything runs smoothly and efficiently. She also assists our treasurer with budgeting and financial invoices, while implementing and maintaining office policies and procedures.

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Kim demonstrates strong leadership and management skills, along with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively. She has a thorough understanding of office administration and communicates effectively with staff, volunteers, and other stakeholders. She is skilled in problem-solving and decision-making, allowing her to quickly and efficiently resolve any issues that may arise in the office.

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Additionally, Kim coordinates and oversees special projects and represents the office in meetings and external events. She ensures that the office remains in compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and standards.

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Field Trip Coordinator

Hellen Adams

Hellen is responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing all aspects of our educational field trips. This includes arranging transportation, coordinating with venues, managing permission forms, and ensuring that all safety and logistical protocols are followed.

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She frequently communicates with the contacts at the destinations we visit and addresses any unexpected issues that may arise on the day of the field trip. Hellen’s strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously are essential to ensuring everyone's safety.

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We are fortunate to have Hellen on our team. Her ability to speak several languages is key to making our spaces welcoming, inclusive, and safe for all.

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Expertise in Trees and Ecosystem

Arthur Lee Jacobson, Permaculture and Cultural Demonstration Garden

Arthur provides nature-based solutions to Seed2Fork, including improving degraded habitats by bringing ecological diversity into landscapes and enhancing garden management practices. He is skilled in both areas and has published books, articles, and guides on wild and cultivated plants. Arthur has also served on nonprofit boards and is deeply dedicated to sharing his extensive knowledge.

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Visit his website (http://www.ArthurLeeJ.com) to explore over 300 articles and essays.

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Food Distribution

Carl Creft

The Food Distribution role assists the Director with the administration and management of our “Giving Table” Food Programs and other community food assistance initiatives.

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This position works closely with staff and volunteers to help support each branch’s needs and ensure operations are carried out in accordance with organizational policies. The role also supports the Director with statewide responsibilities such as program planning, implementing services, and monitoring program activities in coordination with state and local agencies.

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Responsibilities include maintaining USDA commodity inventory records and assisting with monthly reporting, helping coordinate product shipments and deliveries to “Giving Table” locations across the four counties we serve, and supporting volunteer coordination when needed.

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The role may also involve assisting with loading and unloading deliveries, supporting logistics for food distribution, preparing reports, and helping with general administrative and program tasks as assigned.

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Strong organization, attention to detail, flexibility, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities are important in helping ensure food programs run smoothly and effectively serve the community.

ADVISORY BOARD

Our Board of Advisors plays an important role in the development of our organization, especially in supporting our startup programs. They are experts in the following areas:

  • Providing guidance to help our nonprofit continue to grow, while overseeing our strategies and operations—without making direct decisions or managing day-to-day tasks.

  • Drawing on years of experience to actively listen to ideas and encourage us to strengthen our strategic thinking.

  • Offering unbiased feedback and helping to fill skill gaps by sharing expert advice and valuable connections.

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Spiritual Advisor

Pastor Byron Dulan

Pastor Dulan is our Spiritual Advisor who helps our team navigate their spiritual journey and gain a deeper understanding of our outreach ministry beliefs and values on topics such as prayer and other spiritual practices, as well as counseling on ethical and moral issues.

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Byron Dulan served as the Vice President for Regional Affairs for the North Pacific Union Conference (NPUC).

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Prior to this role, he served the Washington Conference in several capacities and is also the Director of Adventist Community Services, Disaster Response, and Personal Ministries. He began his role with the NPUC in January 2018.

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Dulan’s extensive experience makes him well-suited as our Spiritual Advisor for his responsibilities at the NPUC, which include the coordination of human relations, urban ministries, community service, disaster preparedness and response, and prison ministries.

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Strategist

Colette Newer

Colette Newer serves as our strategist, guiding our pathways through a holistic approach rooted in community outreach since 2015.

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She is the Associate Director of the North America Division of Adventist Community Services. Since 2018, she has also served as the Outreach Ministries Department Director for the Washington Conference in the North Pacific Union.

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Her portfolio includes Adventist Community Services, ACS Disaster Response (DR), Urban Ministries, and Prison Ministries. Prior to her current roles, Colette served as Associate Director (2014–2018) and Administrative Assistant (2000–2014).

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Financial Advisor

​Pastor Derek Lane

Pastor Derek Lane has served as a financial advisor to Seed2Fork since 2023.

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He has a deep passion for outreach ministries and community engagement and currently represents the North Pacific Union Conference territory on the Conscience and Justice Council.

 

Over the past 30 years, Pastor Lane has held a variety of leadership roles, launching more than a dozen nonprofit organizations and securing over $20 million in grants and resources.

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