Staff

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Sarah Brunkhorst, Market Manager

Sarah first joined the team in 2020, working as seasonal market staff for three years. She transitioned to market management in 2023, managing the neighboring Winooski Farmers Market, and has now rejoined the Burlington Farmers Market in the same capacity. She grew up on farms and is excited to help increase access to fresh, local foods!

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Georgie Rubens, Market Director

Georgie has been working with the market since January 2023. Originally from London, England, she moved to Vermont to pursue a career in agriculture. After participating in UVM’s Farmer Training Program she got her first full time farming job working for Pigasus Meats in South Hero. Now she loves staying connected to the farming world, and her local community through her role as the Market Director for Burlington Farmers Market.

Our Steering Committee

Our organization is overseen and advised by a Steering Committee, a majority are vendor members representing the interests of our vendor member community.

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Sarah Coon, President
Hudak Farm

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Anthony Naples, Vice President
Starbird Fish

 

Sarah Shaw, Agriculture Rep
Hillside Botanicals

Ben Maniscalco, Prepared Food Rep
Benito’s Hot Sauce

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Kyle Doda, Treasurer
1000 Stone Farm

 
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Martha Hull, Crafts Rep
Martha Hull’s Cute & Deadly Art

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Terry Zigmund, Secretary
Burlington Community Glass

 

A.J. LaRosa, Community Rep