Scott Campbell

How long have you been an owner of FBFC?

10 years

Do you have experience sitting on a Board of Directors?

Yes.

Main Street de Las Vegas, New Mexico. An organization dedicated to grass-roots economic development and historic preservation. I was a founding board member and served as vice president from 2004 to 2008

Organization for Women’s Freedom in Iraq – an international organization that operates safe houses and other resources in Iraq for women and others who are susceptible to gender-based violence. I served as board secretary from 2008 through 2014

Discing 4 Kids – This group provides physical education and after-school resources to underserved elementary school kids in Arizona. I was a board member from 2016-2019

American Commons Media – This organization creates educational media content focusing on American economic history. I am currently board president.

Why do you want to serve on the Board?

The French Broad Coop community is important to me. The Coop has provided excellent food options, service, and opportunities to my family and our community. I would like to give back to the Coop by serving on the board, particularly during this challenging time.

Why is FBFC important to you?

For me, the Coop is a trusted source for food and personal health care, an important entrepot for personal health resources. I  rely on the Coop as a source of community information.

How often do you shop at the Co-op?

Weekly

How would you describe Co-ops to a stranger?

The Coop is the most trusted source for good food in our community, it is an anchor in downtown Asheville, helping keep local community spirit alive.

What else would you like us to know about you?

For more than 20 years I have been dedicated to building just and sustainable economic communities through my work as a project management consultant and as a documentary filmmaker. I have been involved with French Broad Food Coop for eleven years as a customer, a member, and as the spouse of a long-term employee (for full disclosure, my spouse is Mary Hall Rodman). Having worked and collaborated closely with many diverse organizations, both professionally and as a volunteer and board member, I would like to make my skills and experience useful to the board and members of FBFC. The Coop is facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities. I hope to engage Coop members in our decision-making and planning processes to ensure FBFC responds to the challenges in a way that best reflects our community and membership.