The Land’s Sake Board of Directors was founded in 1980 by Brian Donahue, Doug Henderson, Pat Siek, and Martha Gogel.
We are so grateful for the time and dedication our Board and Advisory Council members commit to Land's Sake Farm. If you are interested in joining us, please contact us at info@landssake.org.
Land’s Sake Board Biographies as of April 2026
Miriam Levy / PRESIDENT
Miriam moved to Weston in 2021 with her husband and three children after 15 years in New York and one year in Copenhagen. Her family was drawn to Weston because of the outdoor spaces and natural setting, including Land’s Sake Farm. The farm was an immediate hit with her children, who enjoy the animals, the education programs and going to the farm stand. As relatively new residents, Miriam and her husband loved that the farm provides a space for the community to gather and to support local hunger relief efforts. Miriam has worked in strategy and analytics for over 15 years, most recently at S&P Global. She has a Master of International Affairs from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Arts from Yale University.
Leila Otis / VICE PRESIDENT
Leila Otis moved to Weston in 2019 from Bethesda, Maryland with her husband Jeff and four young children. Land’s Sake instantly felt like home, as her family owns a farm in Virginia and she launched a non-profit farm with a similar mission prior to moving to the area. Leila works as a consultant to non-profits in the areas of impact investment, strategy and operations. Prior to that she spent a decade at the Bainum Family Foundation, a DC-based philanthropy that supports early childhood initiatives and owns a 260-acre farm in Virginia focused on environmental education and food security. Prior to the foundation, she worked in finance at a family investment office and in corporate marketing at American Express. Leila holds a BA from Brown University and an MBA from UVA’s Darden School of Business.
Brian Clymer / TREASURER
Brian and his wife, Beth, and his two daughters, Erin and Emily, have been involved with and supporters of Land Sake since moving to Weston in 2016. He is a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point and the Harvard Business School and currently works as an independent consultant. Previously, Brian has worked in a variety of finance and operating roles including: Chief Financial Officer at The Mission Continues; Chief Operating Officer at Educators for Excellence; and Vice President, Strategic Finance at Iron Mountain. In addition, Brian was a Project Leader at The Boston Consulting Group and served as Company Commander for the U.S. Army. Brian also serves on the Board of Riverside Children’s Center in Newton, has been a mentor at Year Up and a volunteer at the Greater Boston Food Bank.
Kate Kinlin / SECRETARY
Kate Kinlin and her husband Rob moved to Weston in 2015, where they are raising three sons. Growing up on Cape Cod in a family of outdoor enthusiasts, it didn't take long for Kate to fall in love with Land's Sake Farm. It started with summertime family farm nights and grew to include visiting the animals and the occasional fall cocktail party at the old farmstand. Nowadays, Kate can be found cutting flowers in the fields at the farm, trying to find a few moments of Zen, often accompanied by one of her sons. Kate is Vice President and Director of Human Resources at Hercules Capital, where she oversees the company's hiring, benefits, compensation and performance management programs. She spent three years serving on the Board of Directors for Roxbury Weston Preschool, a non-profit preschool located in Weston.
Stephanie Corcoran brings a lifelong appreciation for farms, food, and retail to her role as a board member of Land’s Sake Farm. Raised in Northern California, Stephanie’s first job was selling cherries in the summer from a roadside stand at Borello Farms; the experience sparked her love of farms, farmers markets and cherries! Stephanie was a member of the founding team behind the Boston Public Market, where she helped curate the market’s vendor mix and led the development of its retail offerings. She holds a degree in Marketing and Fashion Merchandising, and built a 12-year career as a retail buyer with roles at Discovery Channel Stores, Gump’s, Pottery Barn, and later in Boston at Rue La La, where she developed deep expertise in merchandising and product assortment, product strategy, and consumer experience. Stephanie met her husband in Palo Alto, and after marrying on a farm in Sonoma County, the couple moved east for what was intended to be a two-year stint. Twenty years later, they have made Massachusetts home and are raising their three boys, Tate, Anderson, and Hayes, moving to Weston in 2019.
Emily Griset lives in Weston with her husband and two children. They all fell in love with Land’s Sake when they moved to town. A proud New Englander, Emily and her family enjoy spending time in the Berkshires, the White Mountains, and Maine’s Cranberry Isles. Emily is a Vice President & Investment Officer at Fiduciary Trust where she provides wealth management and trustee services for families and charitable organizations. Prior to that, Emily practiced as a trusts and estates attorney with Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP in New York and served as a Director at Citi Private Bank. In addition to Land’s Sake, Emily is actively involved in other community organizations, including: UNICEF’s Next Generation, the Phillips Academy Andover Development Board, Friends of Acadia, The Vincent Club, and The National Society of Colonial Dames of America in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Richard Kraska, his wife, Ashley, and their three daughters have called Weston home since 2019, when they moved here from Los Altos, CA. They love the community in Weston and Land's Sake has been a big part of it. Within months of moving here they were introduced to Land's Sake by multiple neighbors and have loved supporting and participating in Farm life ever since. As a family they love the outdoors and Weston has so much to offer. With Land's Sake, they have attended Solstice dinner each year, cut Christmas trees in the fields, enjoyed CSAs, and explored the Land's Sake farm fields right behind their home. Richard is excited to be on the board and helping Land's Sake in whatever capacity he can. He is currently working at a Growth Equity fund, FTV Capital. Before that he was a CFO at several PE-backed software companies and spent much of his career work at PepsiCo and GE. In addition to his for-profit work, his passion for the outdoors led him to serve as the Treasurer and President of the non-profit Stamford Land Trust for 7 years.
JJ Moeller, her husband Patrick, and their four children have lived in Weston since 2019. Finding a home near Land's Sake reminded her of childhood summers spent on the farms of Sonoma County. Growing up in San Francisco fostered her appreciation for food, nature, wellness and family farming traditions. JJ met her husband while attending Georgetown University and later moved to Boston to establish herself as a classical Pilates instructor and Wellness coach. Her children treasure visiting the farm animals, picking up vegetables, and collecting flower bouquets - experiences that make Weston feel like their forever home. The farm's role as a community gathering place deeply resonates with JJ's values. She is excited to help integrate more neighborhoods and towns with Land's Sake, committed to serving the broader community including children, animals, and the farm's sustainable mission.
Eve Rapoport moved to Weston in 2022 with her husband, Zach, and son, Leo, trading San Francisco for more space to dig in the dirt. On weekends, you can find the family experimenting with vegetable gardening, watching backyard birds, and hosting friends
for dinner in the garden. During the week, she focuses on growth and corporate strategy as Director of Strategic Finance at LinkedIn. Before LinkedIn, Eve worked as a management consultant and taught high schoolers as a corps member for Teach For America. She holds an undergraduate degree from UCLA and an MBA from Yale. Eve loves Land’s Sake for its great local produce and for the way it connects kids with nature, animals, and the food that sustains them. Pie Fest is a family favorite in the Rapoport household, and Leo is already counting down the days to his first summer on the farm in a Land’s Sake summer program.
Jen Smith moved to Weston in 2019 with her husband, Richard, and their three daughters, Liza (10), Molly (7), and Georgie (4). From the moment they arrived, Land’s Sake became a special part of their family’s life. Whether it’s picking flowers and vegetables, stopping by every Saturday to pick up their CSA, or visiting the chickens and bunnies, the farm has become a favorite place where they can enjoy the outside and connect with nature and the community. Their Berner, Shandy, is just as enthusiastic about visits to the farm —thanks in no small part to the kind staff who always have a treat ready for him. Jen is a Partner at Bain & Company, where she has spent over 15 years advising companies on strategy and private equity investments. Prior to Bain, she worked for a
tech-focused growth equity firm in NYC. She holds a BA from Harvard University and an MBA from MIT's Sloan School of Management.
Michael Stephens lives in Wellesley with his wife and two young boys. They all fell in love with Land’s Sake when they moved to the area 10 years ago, as it gives them the opportunity to connect simultaneously with nature, food, and their community. Mike has also been involved with several other local community organizations, most recently serving as the Chairperson of the Community Fund for Wellesley. Mike is a vice-president and investment officer at Fiduciary Trust Company, where he collaborates with families and non-profits on a broad range of issues including investments, financial planning, trust and estate concerns. In his free time, Mike can usually be found with this family including summer weekends on the Cape and ski trips in the winter, but he occasionally still finds time to embarrass himself on the golf course.
Rick Waechter and his wife Lauren Chacon live in Weston in Lauren’s familial home. Rick graduated from Gettysburg College and began his career at Price Waterhouse, where he quickly learned the importance of always having a plan. Rick spent much of his career in print media and ultimately held the position of President & CEO of Boston Magazine and its parent company Metrocorp. He switched gears to outdoor advertising and is currently President of the New England region for Clear Channel Outdoor. Rick’s interest in Land’s Sake combines his love of the outdoors and his appreciation of this cherished asset in our community with his ability to add value from his life experiences.
Land’s Sake Advisory Board Biographies as of November 2025
Steffany Doolittle moved to Weston in 2015 with her husband and three children—Cole, Sam, and Annie. Drawn by the town’s strong sense of community and beautiful outdoor spaces, her family quickly found their way to Land’s Sake Farm. Steffany began volunteering with the Harvest Dinner and soon took on a leadership role, eventually joining the Board. She served on the Land’s Sake Board from 2018 to 2024 before completing her tenure. Today, Steffany continues to volunteer with local community organizations and works as an educational consultant. The Doolittle family remains deeply connected to Land’s Sake Farm and looks forward to supporting its mission and growth for years to come.
Brad Dutton and his wife, Bridget, moved to Weston in 2012 and were hooked on Land’s Sake after attending their first supper club. Their two daughters, Charlotte & Julianne, are also huge fans of the farm, particularly the animals and sweet treats at the farmstand. A Colorado native, Brad has 25 years of construction and real estate development experience. He is currently the VP of Regional Construction for Federal Realty Investment Trust and prior to that spent 14 years with Suffolk Construction. In his professional role, Brad has worked on a wide range of commercial real estate projects including retail, office, residential, hotel, infrastructure and aviation. Brad previously served as a board member at Land’s Sake Farm where he led the construction efforts for phase 1 of the capital improvements, including the animal barn, greenhouse, hoop house and site infrastructure improvements. As a member of the Land’s Sake advisory council, he is looking forward to combining his background in construction and development with the long-term needs of the farm.
Doug Epstein has been a Weston resident since 2013. Hailing originally from Brockton, MA, Doug has appreciated the more bucolic, tight-knit Weston community with his Wife (Kendra), two Daughters (Isla and Everly), and their new puppy Milo. Doug enjoyed a long career in the beverage distribution industry before recently divesting his business and redirecting his energies towards non-profit and community activation. Doug and Kendra have been long supporters of Land’s Sake and its food-based mission of a community asset, while helping others with food insecurity. Doug and Kendra are avid alpine skiers and engaged members of the Waterville Valley Ski Academy/BBTS Race Program. Both Daughters race competitively and train for ski racing year-round and participate in Weston Town Soccer. Doug and Kendra are also members of the Pine Brook Country Club, staying active playing both golf and tennis. Doug has been involved in the philanthropic efforts at Tenacre Country Day School, Northeastern University, and various local charities. Doug attended the Wharton School of Business/University of Pennsylvania earning a BS in Economics, and later earning his MBA at Northeastern University.
Bob Glowacky is a resident of Wellesley and has been a supporter of Land’s Sake for over 20 years. Bob is happily retired after a long career in public relations and marketing at major medical centers in the greater Boston area. Most recently Bob served as a certified personal / master trainer at Boston Sports Club in Wellesley. In addition to Land’s Sake, Bob has been actively involved in other community organizations, including as Co-founder, University of Rochester Boston Alumni Association; Chairman, University of Rochester National Alumni Board; Board member, The Fund for Wellesley; a Wellesley Little League Coach; a Wellesley United Soccer Club Coach; and a Wellesley Village Church Art Teacher. Bob currently sits on the University of Rochester’s National Council and is an active member of the Colby College Parent’s Executive Committee. He holds a BA in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Rochester and a MA in Public Health from the University of Rochester Medical School.
Beth Keane is an outdoor enthusiast, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, and Reiki Master. Her avid interest in health and wellness fuels much of her volunteer work, particularly her involvement with the Community Collaborative at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. She and her husband Brian have lived in Weston for 32 years, raising their three children, relishing every sport in its season, and rewarding themselves with locally-farmed fare whenever possible.
Kent Lundberg is a fifth-generation farmer, and he currently serves as Chair of the Board of Lundberg Family Farms, which grows regenerative organic rice in California. He is Chair of the town Agricultural Commission, and he also serves on the advisory boards of WGBH and the Museum of Science. Outside of his family business duties, Kent is an electrical-engineering consultant, and he has taught on the faculty of M.I.T., Olin College, and Stanford University. He is a registered Professional Engineer, with a Ph.D. in electrical engineering. He has lived in town for 30 years and is currently fighting off the deer in his backyard orchard with his wife and kids.
Kristina Lukas Kristina became involved in Lands Sake when her girls were young and the family fell in love with maple sugaring over the winter, outdoor pancake breakfasts in March, and day camps for the kids filled with activities centered around animals, fresh produce and lots of dirt, not to mention healthy CSA-inspired meals. She participated on the Board for six years and led the Board for two-years as Board President. Kristina is currently Head of People, as well as managing financial processes and FP&A at Titan Advanced Energy Solutions, a technology start-up focused on improving the quality and consistency of EV battery production. She previously was a Program Manager for Business Transformation at Fidelity, and spent several years in investment management and M&A at Barents/KPMG. She has four children and has participated on several non-profit Boards including currently at the Lyric Stage in Boston.
Beth Marshdoyle has lived in Weston for 28 years and raised her three sons here. Lands Sake Farm was one of the main reasons that Beth moved to Weston to raise her family, and back then her boys were excited to be a part of Green Power and other educational programs at the Farm. She was always engaged with Lands Sake in both committees and serving on the board. During the last 8 years Beth had the great fortune of being the Vice President and President on the board as it was transformed with becoming year round while building the new farmstand, animal barn and other structures to accomplish this goal. Professionally Beth has worked with Apple Inc as an Account Executive in multiple areas including New Media, Healthcare and Higher Education. Presently she is on the advisory board of Marist College, the town of Weston Open Space Recreational Planning Committee while continuing to work with non-profits in development and capital campaign efforts.
Debbie Slotpole and her husband Bob moved to Weston in 1995, after previously living in Boston and New York. They raised their two children here, enjoying the town pool, outdoor concerts and many events held at Land’s Sake. While living in New York, Debbie worked as an equity research analyst following the environmental services industry. In more recent years, she has volunteered with a number of nonprofit organizations, including several with a sustainability mission. She would like to help Land’s Sake with its efforts to become more sustainable, as the need to develop healthy local food systems becomes increasingly important. Debbie’s educational background includes an MBA from Columbia Business School and a BS from Boston College.
Remke van Zadelhoff (Advisory Council Chair) moved to Boston in 2012 with her husband Marc and three children Britte, Romee and Aniek, after having lived in Washington DC for 7 years and Amsterdam, the Netherlands before that. Cherishing the outdoors, community and environmental stewardship & education, she was psyched to discover Land’s Sake and soon became a frequent volunteer. Remke is the founder of Good Clout Consulting, a boutique sustainability consulting firm that helps firms across industries to drive and scale positive social and environmental impact. She has an MA in Business Economics from the University of Amsterdam, the Netherlands and an ALM in Sustainability & Environmental Management from Harvard. Always active in her community, Remke co-founded the Sustainable Weston Action Group (“SWAG”) in 2018, served on the Land’s Sake Board from 2017-2023 and currently serves on the Advisory Board of the Appalachian Mountain Club and as a Trustee on the Board of the Cambridge School of Weston.
Barrett Yates-Mack moved to Weston from the South End in 2010 with her husband, son and dog (her second child was born on the Weston Town Green shortly after they moved to town!). Barrett and Tim now have three children and live in a historic neighborhood on the north side of town. She is currently the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer of CrossLead, Inc., a management consulting firm focused on increasing adaptability and enhancing organizational performance within dispersed teams in complex environments, as discussed in their New York Times best-selling leadership and management book, Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement in a Complex World. Previously, Barrett held several executive positions in finance, operations and real estate development and investing. Barrett serves as a Director on multiple non-profit and for-profit boards and in 2002, Barrett was one of the founding members of Adelante Now, an educational non-profit focused on combating low educational achievement levels in New Mexico. She has an MS from MIT and a BA from Cornell University. Barrett fell in love with the Land’s Sake’s open space, “getting dirty” with her kids on the farm and the food insecurity mission at Land’s Sake and is thrilled to serve on the Land’s Sake board.