Laura was born and raised in Newton where she has been for most of her life. Laura and her husband along with their two boys (now young men!) were early and enthusiastic NCF CSA joiners! Laura retired from her job as Controller at the Noble and Greenough School, but continues to enjoy assistant coaching girls cross country and middle school track at Nobles. She volunteers at Lovelane Therapeutic Riding Center in Lincoln. She loves reading, gardening, running, and hiking in the woods with her friends, family and dogs. Laura feels strongly that supporting local farms and eating local foods as much as possible is the way to go. 

Madelyn and her husband have lived in Newton since 2017 and she has been a volunteer at the Farm since 2020. She grew up on a dairy farm in Maine. She has degrees in music and theology and is experienced in administrative work. Since retiring, Madelyn spends time with her grandchildren, enjoys testing recipes for America’s Test Kitchen, and also volunteers at the Episcopal monastery in Cambridge.

Barbara is a CPA with considerable government and non-profit financial statement and compliance audit experience. An Oklahoma native, 30-year Newton resident, and long-time CSA sharer, Barbara is married with two college-age children. Barbara has always viewed volunteering as a chance to contribute and learn, whether as a youth soccer coach, school program presenter, or club and non-profit treasurer.

Linda and her husband have lived in Newton for 35 years, and they raised 2 children here. Linda recently retired as CFO of Boston Dynamics. She has a BA in psychology and Spanish, and an MBA with a concentration in management. Linda has been an avid CSA member of Newton Community Farm since its inception. In addition to volunteering on the farm, Linda is also currently doing volunteer work for the Newton Free Library.

Paul and his wife have lived in Newton since 1993 and they raised their children here. He has enjoyed the Farm as a CSA sharer and volunteer. Paul is on the board of Green Newton and Newton Tennis and he is also a former Newton Youth Soccer coach. Professionally, Paul was the former CEO of GroupComm Systems, a 60-person technology company, which he sold in 2005. He went on to become a major gifts fundraiser for Northeastern University, the American Red Cross, and Big Brothers Big Sisters before retiring in 2018.

Mindy has lived in Newton for more than 30 years. She has worked, volunteered, and held leadership roles in many Newton nonprofits, and founded an online store selling eco-friendly goods. Currently, she works at a local nonprofit and is also on the board of Green Newton. Mindy enjoys hiking and painting and is dedicated to expanding community access to Newton Community Farm’s wonderful resources while helping strengthen support for the Farm’s continued growth and impact.

Debra moved to Newton eight years ago with her husband and they share a two-family home in Newton Highlands with their daughter’s family. She fell in love with Newton Community Farm after discovering the Seedling Sale and has volunteered at NCF for the past several years. Deb studied environmental and land use planning and had a 40-year career working in public agencies and non-profit organizations to make buildings, businesses, and communities more sustainable. Now retired, she volunteers for the Newton Food Pantry and is Restocking Coordinator for the 24/7 Newton Community “Freedge” in Nonantum. The Freedge users appreciate all the fresh produce donated by the Farm.

Dan and his wife have been CSA members and volunteers at the farm since its inception. They have two grown children and have been Needham residents for 30 years. As a graduate of Babson College, Dan  spent the majority of his career in the high-tech industry at Oracle as a Vice President in charge of North American partnerships. Recently retired, Dan has become more active in volunteer work including several food pantries, the MS Society, and the Graylag Nature Preserve (Board member) in Pittsfield, NH.  Dan’s parents were founding board members for one of the initial CSA farms in the US.

David is a long-time Newton resident and real estate attorney. A husband and father of two, he is also an avid sports fan, especially the Patriots!  He plays sports himself, mainly tennis and softball.  Besides his love of sports and real estate, though, David is an avid foodie, which drew him to the mission of Newton Community Farm.  He believes in our mission to bring sustainably produced food to our community and is grateful to be involved in this important work!

Max, a proud native of Newton, holds a Finance degree from Stonehill College (2022).  He works as a Financial Analyst for an AI company and also volunteers with Newton Athletes Unlimited.  His roots with the farm run deep, tracing back to his great-great-grandfather, Crescenzo Angino, an Italian immigrant, horse whisperer, and visionary farmer who acquired the farm in 1917.  The farm remained in the family’s care until 2005.  With a deep commitment to the Newton Community Farm’s mission, Max eagerly anticipates the opportunity to contribute his skills and passion to preserve his family’s legacy.

Jenny has lived in Newton with her family since 2011 and carries a long-standing passion for local food and farming, inspired by cherished childhood memories of visiting farmers’ markets. A strong advocate for sustainable agriculture, environmental stewardship, and community education, she first discovered Newton Community Farm while exploring local farms with her young children and has stayed connected through CSA friends and regular farmers’ market visits. She holds an MBA from Babson College and brings 25+ years of experience in execution, communication, financial planning, and data analysis. Jenny is committed to supporting the farm’s long-term mission and its impact on future generations.

Emily is a descendant of the Angino family, who farmed the land that is now Newton Community Farm. She grew up hearing her grandmother’s stories about the farm, giving her a personal connection to its history. She works in employee benefits at a technology company, bringing a focus on supporting employee well-being. With a deep appreciation for her family’s legacy and the farm’s mission, Emily is proud to support Newton Community Farm’s work in sustainable agriculture and community building.

We are committed to a Board that reflects the diversity of our communities and we welcome your inquiries. If you have a passion for Newton Community Farm and sustainable agriculture, would like to make an investment in our future, and are interested in learning about becoming a member of our Board, please email us at admin@newtoncommunityfarm.org.