Project Leadership

Board of Directors 

• James Schieberl, MD, Co-Chair 

• Jamie Emerson-Heery, Co-Chair

• John Fitzpatrick, Treasurer 

• Sarah Jane Truong, Secretary 

• Leanna Baltonado, Teen Member 

• Esther Luvishis, Teen Member 

• Leanna Baltonado, Teen Member 

• Chris Boehlke

• Monica Ferguson, MD, MSHP

• Rawson Gulick

• Denise Laws, RN, DNP 

• Aurora Selpides, MD, MPH 

• Sandra Valadez  

• Robin Weintraub

“Ten years ago, Ceres caught our attention because it was addressing many of THE issues that we cared about deeply all at the same time and we couldn't believe it. Now, Will and I are thrilled to be supporting Ceres in its campaign to build a regional Center for Food, Youth and Community.  It will engage 50% more teens; add important nutrition and culinary education programs to support the community; and continue to advance policies that support health for people, communities and our planet.” 

~ Julie & Will Parish

Ceres Executive Team 

• Cathryn Couch, CEO & Founder

• Kari Danskin, Human Resources Manager

• Andre Mills, Chief Operating Officer

• Brenda Paulucci-Whiting, Chief Program Officer

• Deborah Ramelli, Director of Development and Community Affairs

Honorary Advisory Committee

• Randy Goldstein

• Steve Maass

• Justine Miner

• Julie and Will Parish

• Barbara and Jacques Schlumberger

Campaign Cabinet

• Greg Young, Honorary Campaign Chairperson

• Joe Rogoff

• Carol Spindler O’Hara

• John Fitzpatrick

• Sharon Keating

• Jamie Studley

• Gary Smith

• Cathryn Couch

• Deborah Ramelli