As a shopper at Weaver’s Way Co-op in Chestnut Hill, PA and as someone who almost moved to Brattleboro, Vermont just because they have a terrific food co-op, to say that Edie is passionate about what a food cooperative can do for a community would be an understatement. Edie joined Kennett Community Grocer to work diligently to make this place happen. Building community relationships, reaching out to others with a passion for local foods, providing an economic engine for our community members, and encouraging the sharing of our rich diversity is what Kennett Community Grocer is all about.

Current Board Term: 2024-2026

Mitch moved to Kennett Square in 2021. As an engineer, Mitch designs components for hydrogen fuel cells, helping to enable cleaner sources of energy for long-haul trucks. At home, Mitch loves cooking healthy meals with his wife. His passions for climate activism and healthy eating led him to Kennett Community Grocer, where he was compelled by the mission. As someone who is always trying to make an impact on the world, he realized that he could start with his own community. Mitch is the former KCG Volunteer Coordinator and current Treasurer, and is happy to play a part in bringing a community-owned grocery store to Kennett Square.

Current Board Term: 2024-2025

Lisa brings decades of experience in marketing, event planning, and community outreach to the KCG Board. A longtime supporter of co-ops and local food systems, Lisa is eager to apply her professional background—spanning advertising agencies, corporate marketing departments, and her own creative agency—to help grow KCG’s visibility and impact. With a passion for collaboration and a deep belief in the power of local, Lisa is committed to helping bring the store to life and strengthen connections across our community.

Current Board Term: 2025-2028

A former Kennett postal worker and a single mother of two, Shannon is passionate about the strong community spirit in Kennett. She is eager to contribute to KCG and give back to the town. Shannon is particularly interested in planning events and community/business outreach. She is a strong proponent of supporting local businesses. Her drive, passion for good causes, and communication skills will be valuable assets to the Board.

Current Board Term: 2025-2026 (appointed)

Kimm is enthusiastic about cooking and quality ingredients, having felt first-hand the benefits of living in another country that is strict on unnecessary chemicals in food production. After moving back home to the U.S. and noticing the lack of locally sourced options at nearby grocery stores, she jumped at the opportunity to join and volunteer her time with KCG – she currently leads the Communications team. Professionally, Kimm brings to the Board over 10 years of technology and cybersecurity experience, including skillsets she’s built in communications, transforming teams to be efficient, and web design. She is eager to open our store so that she can shop there!

Current Board Term: 2023-2025 (appointed)

A small business owner and advocate for holistic health and sustainability, Sybille brings entrepreneurial spirit, communication skills, and a deep commitment to local economies. Her multilingual background and experience in education will help broaden the co-op’s reach and strengthen our impact.

Current Board Term: 2025-2028

Philippe's career spanned roles as a Grocery Store Director for two prominent retailers in France and later as a Store Manager in the USA, playing a key role in establishing a new 13,000 sq ft store. Through 14 years of experience as both a manager and director of stores, Philippe cultivated a deep understanding of the retail industry, managing large teams, and ensuring operational efficiency, while sharpening skills such as strategic planning, products sourcing, and operational management. He is enthusiastic about leveraging his expertise for the benefit of the co-op and its community, and wants fellow members to understand that being a co-op member-owner goes beyond just the products – it provides an opportunity to connect with other individuals who share the co-ops values and have a common interest in promoting fresh, organic choices.

Current Board Term: 2024-2026

Stuart joined Kennett Community Grocer because of his love of eating local produce and supporting local businesses. He is a project manager at an engineering consulting firm in West Chester, PA with 15 years of experience in the role. He volunteers his time to organize resources, analyze data, and help promote the benefits of KCG to the community. He hopes to see the wonderful community here in Kennett Square continue to grow and flourish with the addition of a new grocery store!

Current Board Term: 2024-2026

Sandi is a retired toxicologist who dealt primarily with Health, Environmental, and Regulatory Affairs. Now she has a small Etsy shop and enjoys gardening, especially fresh herbs and vegetables. When growing up in Detroit, family-owned local grocery stores were a vital part of the neighborhood as vendors and friends. A member-owner and volunteer, she believes that KCG will provide a similar service to benefit local residents, farmers, and entrepreneurs. She will use her organizational and communication skills to help get the word out about our mission and help make solid decisions moving forward to our very own neighborhood store!

Current Board Term: 2023-2025

A lifelong Kennett Square resident and commercial real estate expert, George offers 38 years of experience and a strong record of community service. His negotiation skills and deep local knowledge will be essential as KCG continues to explore store location opportunities and development strategies.

Current Board Term: 2025-2028

A skilled team leader and collaborator, Caitlin brings energy, customer service instincts, and a deep passion for sustainable food systems. With strong local connections and a background in managing teams and inventory, she’s excited to support the co-op’s mission through hands-on outreach and community-focused strategy.

Current Board Term: 2025-2028

With decades of experience in law and financial services, Angela brings board management expertise, financial insight, and a strong sense of community. She’s ready to help KCG grow strategically and sustainably in this pivotal chapter of our development.

Current Board Term: 2025-2028