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"I believe PFC and its farm to basket mission is essential to a healthy Lombard. My entrepreneurial, business & collaboration skills will help the dream of all PFC owners become reality."
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Owner Number 789
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Why are you interested in serving on the Prairie Food Board of Directors?
I want to help PFC push over the line to become a real store as soon as possible!
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Employment: Please tell us about your past or present employment
I am the owner of Damen Jackson, a branding agency. I started the agency in 1998 and have recently moved our headquarters to Glen Ellyn.
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Volunteer: Membership/Affiliation/Leadership Past and Present:
I have primarily been leading my team over the past 24 years, so I haven't had much time for volunteer work. During my career, I have also closely collaborated with a non-profit fundraising consulting organization to brand major capital campaigns.
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Which of the following areas do you have expertise?
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What experience, education, and skills do you have that you feel will contribute to your effectiveness as a Prairie Food Director?
I have gained significant skills in collaboration, active listening and leading teams.
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What are your personal goals for Prairie Food Co-op?
I would really like to help realize the dream of opening the PFC at 100% of its original plan; to help the organization and store come to life without compromise.
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What experience (if any) have you had with cooperatives, food or otherwise?
My experience is simply from visiting coops and buying groceries there. I've been an early advocate for PFC because I enjoyed that experience so much.