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April 21, 2016Capital Roots Welcomes New Board Members
Capital Roots recently welcomed two new members to its Board of Directors. The now 23-member board works closely with Capital Roots’ staff to develop innovative programs that are implemented by the 40-year-old non-profit. Headquartered at the Urban Grow Center on River Street in Troy, Capital Roots currently nourishes more than 175,000 residents in four counties with 480 tons of fresh, affordable produce each year.
Emily Cote of Rensselaer County joins Capital Roots’ board. Cote is the Deputy Director of Communications with CSEA in Albany who is part of Capital Roots’ Communication’s Committee. Cote brings with her extensive experience in marketing and communications in the nonprofit industry and a keen interest in connecting locals to fresh, healthy food.
Kathy Beam of Saratoga County joins Capital Roots’ board. Beam is the Director of Corporate Support for WMHT based in Troy. Also a member of the Communication’s Committee, Beam brings with her extensive development and media experience and a sincere love of the Capital Roots mission and values.
