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  • I have been on the Gleaner Board since 2010. I think Gleaners allows us to recycle our food and allows members to benefit from their hours worked and the community we live in.

    Ron Wesen was elected in 2008 as District One Skagit County Commissioner for Skagit County. He is a fourth-generation dairy farmer and businessman. Three generations of the extended Wesen family operate an organic centennial dairy farm in the Bow-Edison area of Washington State.

  • I have lived in Skagit County for almost 50 years. I am the Director of Sales for Food Services Incorporated in Mt Vernon. My whole career has been in food service in one form or another. The unbelievable waste that I have seen led me to the Gleaners, first as a donor and then as a member of the Board of Directors in 2013.

    • I retired from being the Executive Director of Skagit Gleaners in June of 2019 and am now serving on the Board of Directors because I believe in their mission and vision. I see the need for practical help in our community and the group of people who participate in the program are empowered to make a difference in their own life through hard work and dedication. In my career, I have founded four successful businesses and have had over 30 years as an entrepreneur. I am now able to volunteer and help start new programs for nonprofits. I have always tried to help people better their lives through personal responsibility and Skagit Gleaners lines up with that philosophy. I am honored to be a part of such a great program that lines up so perfectly with my own values.

  • Morgan has a bachelor's degree from Western Washington University and a Master's degree from the University of Washington in marine policy planning and management. Morgan has spent her career working for the Federal, State, and Tribal governments supporting endangered species recovery coordination and collaboration in the Puget Sound region. She has staffed as well as served on numerous advisory boards in King and Snohomish Counties as well as at the Puget Sound region. Morgan has been a Skagit Gleaners board member since 2015 and supports the Board in strategic planning and experience in federal and state grants.

Gloria Lemus Mendez

  • Kara Ney has lived in Skagit Valley for most of her life.

    She has served on several boards of directors and has dedicated time to numerous volunteer positions throughout the county—often stepping up to support the passions and interests of her children. Her first board experience was with Burlington Little School, where her kids attended for several years.

    Kara also served as a Loaned Executive for Skagit County United Way for many years and was honored as their Volunteer of the Year in 2013.

    She currently serves on the board of the Burlington-Edison Kiwanis Club, which she joined in 2018 and where she became Treasurer in 2023. Kara is also an active participant in the Sedro-Woolley, Burlington, and Mount Vernon Chambers of Commerce.

  • Karlee Deatherage is Senior Community Engagement Rep for Puget Sound Energy in Skagit and Snohomish County. You might recognize Karlee from her previous work in Skagit County with Congresswoman Suzan DelBene from 2014 to 2016 as Outreach Coordinator. Between working for Rep. DelBene and PSE, Karlee was Land and Water Policy Manager at RE Sources, an environmental organization in Bellingham. Karlee holds a degree in urban planning and environmental policy from Western Washington University. The Puget Sound region has always been her home – and she’s made it full circle by growing up in Everett and moving back last year after some time living in Bellingham and Sedro-Woolley.

  • Born in Guadalajara, Mexico; Glenda Herrera is a Business College Graduate. Her professional life started as a traffic agent in her hometown.

    Glenda lived in Vancouver, Canada for three years. Married for 20 years, she is the mother of 2 children (9 and 6 years respectively) She is a constant learner, and loves to connect and help others. Glenda enjoys dancing and spending time with her family.

    Together with her husband Marlon Lopez, they launched Double R Photos LLC where she is the videographer, community manager, and administrative assistant. In 2022 Glenda launched her new business; Custom Cleaning Services Washington LLC which has successfully grown and currently serves Skagit, Whatcom, Snohomish, and other areas in the PNW. She is currently a member of the Mount Vernon Chamber and the Skagit Rotaract.

    On Saturday mornings you can find Glenda at the studios of La Zeta 103.3 where she co-hosts a fun show for all Spanish-speaking listeners.

    Skagit Gleaners has a special place in Glenda’s heart, where she used the last $100 she had in per pocket and became a member in 2014. She was new in Mount Vernon, and had no friends or relatives in the area. It was thanks to Skagit Gleaners that there was food on her family table and clothes and toys for their kids. At the time Glenda didn’t have a job and her husband was working in construction for minimum wage. Times were hard but Glenda found in the Gleaners the support her and her husband needed. She felt welcome from the beginning. Glenda still remembers Megan’s prayers on Monday mornings. She experienced the attitude of gratitude. Glenda is ready to give back to the place and community that was there for her when she needed it the most.

  • Laura is the Development & Outreach Director for Skagit Land Trust, a local nonprofit working to conserve and steward the natural lands of the Skagit. She previously worked for the Anacortes Chamber of Commerce as the Events & Communications Director. In her free time, she enjoys exploring the outdoors with her son and partner.

    Laura first joined Skagit Gleaners soon after moving to Skagit County in 2011. She joined the board in 2024. Skagit Gleaners' mission of addressing food waste and its associated impacts is a cause she cares deeply about. She is inspired by the community formed by the members of Skagit Gleaners. People from all walks of life and viewpoints come together with a positive attitude and a helpful spirit. She is glad to be part of this community and honored to serve on the board.

Rick Prosser

  • Hannah has been a proud member of Skagit Gleaners since 2021 and joined the board in early 2024. A resident of Skagit County for over 23 years, Hannah is dedicated to fostering a community where everyone can enjoy happy and rewarding lives with more than just the essentials. They also run volunteer orientations at the Gleaners Garden, using donated seeds, starts, tools and volunteer time to grow much-needed fruits and vegetables for Gleaners members. 

    Hannah holds a BA in Political Science and Women's, Gender & Sexuality Studies and a Masters in Teaching. They are an organizer in their day job, helping people advocate for equity-focused candidates and policies locally and nationally. Hannah also volunteers for various local organizations and is a commissioner on the Mount Vernon Arts Commission, promoting accessible art around the city. 

    Hannah is honored to contribute their time and energy to further Skagit Gleaners' impactful work throughout Skagit County.