With much anticipation, the Hiring Committee is pleased to announce Spencer Moss has accepted the position of Executive Director with the West Virginia Food & Farm Coalition. We were pleased to have a pool of highly qualified applicants, including both well-established practitioners as well as developing leaders in our local food system. 

Spencer is well-qualified for this role, both through her academic background and workforce experience; importantly, she also exhibits an ideal temperament for leading our Coalition. She is experienced in building Appalachian local foods projects and has clearly articulated our state's opportunities for the future. The committee noted her keen ability to build consensus with an eye for detail: Spencer is a skilled organizer, director, coach, and communicator. Her very relevant experience in both management and policy also will serve her well in her new role. 

As an expert storyteller and the daughter of a farmer, Spencer is a staunch advocate for farming as an economic catalyst. She recognizes the role of the local food system in community development and internalizes its value and nuances. In all, Spencer is an ideal fit going forward - we are grateful she has chosen to share her talents with us. 

Please join us in welcoming Spencer! 

Kind regards,

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