Rachael Ward

Executive Director @Farmers Market Fund

OR, US

Oversees all FMF operations, develops and executes strategic plans, and manages a motivated and inspired team of staff, contractors, and volunteers-Lead organization to expand the Double Up Food Bucks program across farmers markets and farm stands-Provide support to program team to develop new and innovative pilot programs-Lead financial oversight and management of the organization in conjunction with bookkeeper, board, and Program Director. Ensuring strong internal controls, accountability, and transparency-Serve as primary fundraiser for the organization, securing federal, state, and private grants, advocating the state legislature for funding, engaging individual donors in an annual campaign, securing business sponsorships, and coordinating events-Partnership development with funders, donors, board, community organizations, federal agencies, and national partners-Serve as authorized representative on three USDA NIFA grants totaling over $7 million, responsible for drawing down funds, submitting progress and financial reports, and completing goals, objectives, and deliverables-Lead HR and operations including running payroll, navigating benefits, overseeing employee handbook development, and service agreements

Penn State University

Bachelor's of Science, Biobehavioral Health & African Studies

University of Ghana

Non-degree seeking, Development Economics and International Development

Emory University

MPH, Public Health, Global Health

Project Management Institute

Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management