We are happy to welcome two new Directors, Evan Archerd and Elizabeth Walsh, to the Board! And we're thrilled to have Joanna Wnorowski Pecoraro continuing to serve!

Evan Archerd has been a local business owner and builder in Ashland and Talent for nearly forty years. He has always believed that “Building Responsibly Creates Great Communities.” The first step in all of his building projects has been to consider the unique physical and environmental features of the site before any planning or construction could begin. In addition, his company built one of the first affordable housing projects in the City of Ashland and he remains committed to creating affordable housing in the Rogue Valley.

Elizabeth Walsh brings two decades of experience in the natural foods industry, with a background spanning executive management, consumer research, data science, and strategic planning. She’s passionate about building resilient food systems and supporting the long-term success of community-owned businesses. As a parent and long-time co-op shopper, Elizabeth is committed to ensuring the Co-op continues to thrive as a place of nourishment, connection, and shared values.

Joanna Wnorowski Pecoraro began shopping at the Ashland Food Co-op in 1980 when there was a wood stove to hang out around. Prior to that she was instrumental in forming a food buying club in Silverton, Oregon in 1977. The value of having organic food available for the community is a priority for her and she has five decades history of the study of nutrition, food preservation, gardening and a family connection to organic farmers. Joanna loves sharing with others about these topics. Her strengths are in communication and education abd she has been on nonprofit boards, involved with grassroots groups, the creation of our skate park and as multiple officers including president of the Ashland Bellview Grange.