Board of Directors Elections

Build the Future of our Co-op

One of the benefits of being a Co-op Member—and one of our seven cooperative principles—is the ability to elect the Co-op's Board of Directors each year. Additionally, Co-op Members seeking to have a greater impact can run for the Board of Directors and help shape the direction of the Co-op’s future. Learn more about the ways to participate in Co-op governance. 

Thank You for Voting in our 2025 Board of Directors Elections!

Voting for Board Members is now closed! Eligible Members voted online from Wednesday, October 1 - Tuesday, October 21. Thank you to all our Members who voted and showed support for our candidates this year!

Our Members elected four candidates to four Board positions. Three of our new Board Members will serve three-year terms beginning on January 1, 2026 and ending December 31, 2028, including Debbie Friedman, Helen Rortvelt, and Sam Werbel. John Tanis will serve in the 1-year seat. We'd like to offer a huge welcome and thank you to Debbie and Helen who will be joining our Board for the first time, and to Sam and John who will continue to serve our Co-op!

John Tashiro addressing Members in an auditorium at the annual Member Meeting 2025

Welcome Board Members

Debbie Friedman

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Debbie Friedman headshot

Term ends December 31, 2028

Helen Rortvedt

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Helen Rortvedt headshot

Term ends December 31, 2028

John Tanis

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John Tanis headshot

Term ends December 31, 2026
Board Member since: 2025

Sam Werbel

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Sam Werbel headshot

Term ends December 31, 2028
Board Member since: 2022