The team at Eastie Farm is anyone and everyone who has stopped by to shovel mulch, plant cilantro, make fresh-pressed cider, or just ask questions! Behind the scenes, we are also supported by a board of 11 directors – East Boston community members working hard to make all of this possible, and having fun doing it!
Board Members
Kannan Thiruvengadam 
“I’ve managed our annual seedling sale the past couple of years and wish to continue bringing as many plants to as many sites and neighbors as possible! I also strongly believe in resource sharing and am slowly building simple (bilingual) guides – drawing a lot of inspiration currently from Fruition Seeds. ” – Jackie Golding, vice president of the board and site manager at Our Garden 
Nadia Salim, board secretary and Executive Director of the NPD Group. Nadia leads the food justice and community engagement committees and is passionate about following news and current events. 
William Perry, board treasurer 
Yahya Noor, board member and owner of Tawakal Halal Cafe 
Judy Gates, board member. Judy retired from Putnam Investments in 2000 and has spent the time since then doing charity work at home and abroad, focusing on racial justice, affordable housing, and senior support. 
Rudi Seitz, board member 
Rick Cresta, board member 
Monica Leitner-Laserna, board member and founder of La Sanghita Cafe. Monica holds a master’s degree in bilingual education and has also studied health education, herbalism, yoga and meditation, all of which have greatly influenced her mission of spreading holistic health and wellness. 
Alison Fong, board member and co-founder of Bon Me.
Staff & Volunteers
Juana 
Alex 
Robert 
Romero 
Roberto 
Max
