Shawn Gerth

About Shawn Gerth

Using my voice to create a more equitable and inclusive community.With a rich background spanning over twenty-five years in the nonprofit sector, I am driven by an unwavering passion for social justice and equity. Thriving in dynamic environments marked by change and ambiguity, I specialize in leading transformative initiatives that create a lasting impact. Specifically, I: Create change, as evidenced by opening over seven schools Thrive in high-stakes situations, such as restructuring an organization for long-term sustainability Build trust and confidence through active listening and meeting my commitments to those I work with Establish an inclusive culture where diverse voices are heard and respected, resulting in 360 feedback that consistently ranks my leadership as exceeding expectations or truly outstandingMy educational journey reflects my dedication to continuous growth and expertise. I hold a Bachelor\'s degree in history and women’s studies from Duke University, complemented by a Masters in History from Stanford, a Masters in Education from UC Berkeley, and a certificate in Human Resources Management from UC Extension.Beyond professional pursuits, I live my values daily by actively participating in social justice actions, public meetings, and other advocacy efforts. I am not just dedicated to my work; I am committed to being an agent of positive change in our society and the world at large.

Experience

1. Executive Director

   Veggielution

   Aug 2024 — Present

   Since 2008, Veggielution has been connecting people from diverse backgrounds through food and farming to build community in East San José. Veggielution gathers people around three types of connections essential for humanity: to our land and food, to each other in community, across the barriers that divide us.

Education

• UCSC Extension

  Certificate, Human Resources Management

• Duke University

  Bachelors, History & Women's Studies

• Stanford University

  Masters, History

• University of California, Berkeley

  Masters, Education, Administrative Credential

Skills

• Curriculum Design
• Team Building
• Program Development
• Leadership Development
• Microsoft Word
• Human Resources
• Blended Learning
• Strategy
• Nonprofits
• Leadership
• Public Speaking
• Community Outreach
• Educational Leadership
• Curriculum Development
• Fundraising
• Staff Development