Board and Staff
AACORN’s board has a passion for our organization and those we serve.
Its members work hard to develop long-term sustainability of the organization and ensure that the funds raised directly affect those in need. AACORN staff are incredibly dedicated and versatile! Any given day will find them literally with “boots on the ground” or even in the mud, helping feed animals and clean out stalls, teaching arts and crafts or supervising the making of goat milk soap just to name a few. They work alongside the participants, forming bonds with them, and helping each to succeed, build confidence, and learn new skills.
Board Officers
Liz Farner, M.D.
PRESIDENT
Cindy Semark
Vice President
Hilary Dolbee
treasurer
Andy Robins
secretary
BOARD MEMBERS
John Best
Michelle Bosch
Francis Cirvencic
Jeanne Trompeter
STAFF
Mary Pickett, Executive Director
Melissa Alexander, Program Director
Ben Sheppard, Farm Manager
Emily Hickman, Garden Manager/Program Staff
Leana Best, Program Staff
Sarah Randall, Program Staff
Alea Hammond, Program Staff
Crystal Dunne, Administrative Assistant