Carol Collord, President of Medway Community Farm, is pleased to announce recent appointments to the Board of Directors of the farm.   She stated that the new members bring a “wealth of volunteer experience and knowledge of town happenings. Collectively, they have served on multiple boards in town and have decades of volunteer service.  They understand what it takes to run a non-profit.” She noted that the farm was pleased with the large pool of candidates who had applied for the board positions. 

John Foresto, a resident of Medway for the last 47 years, has served on many boards for the Town of Medway, including as a past chair, vice chair and clerk of the Select Board, of which he was a member for 15 years.  John was instrumental in restoring the Thayer House, Choate and Oakland Park as well as the playgrounds at the schools.  He is currently on the Board of Directors of Medway Cable Access and served on the MetroWest United Way board in the past. John’s “let’s get it done” and critical thinking skills will be an asset to the board, according to Collord.

Debi Rossi, a resident of Medway for the last 25 years, has also served on several Medway organizations, including sports organizations, and is currently on the Parks & Recreation Commission.  She is President of Kyza Performance Consulting, specializing in investment performance measurement.  Debi is very active on various industry boards and advisory committees.  Collord noted that “Debi’s financial acumen will be a strength for the farm.  But more importantly, she has jumped right in to understand the workings of the farm for the betterment of the board and the community.” 

Carl Rice, a life-long member of Medway, is also committed to the community and is not shy about volunteering.  He currently serves as a Lions Club member, Chair of the local housing authority and is on the Thayer House board of governors.  He’s been actively involved as a co-director for the MHS Peer Counseling Program and co-chair of the ACS Relay for Life.  Collord commented that “when Carl went on a recent tour of the farm, he was very impressed with the work we’re doing.  His knowledge of the community and residents of Medway will make him a great ambassador for the farm.” 

Marty Dietrich, along with his wife Susan have raised 2 boys in Medway since 2008.  Marty has demonstrated his commitment to the town through his service on town committees, multiple non-profit corporations, leadership positions in Scouts, youth sports coach, and church activities.  Marty has also been an active member of the Farm’s events committee for this past year.  Collord noted that “with his background in compliance, finance, leadership collaboration and problem-solving, Marty will be an excellent fit for the farm.” 

Collord remarked that “I’m sure you can see how delighted we are with the strength of the new members and the skills that they bring to the organization. If you’re interested in volunteering at the farm, send us a note at [email protected]. we’d love to see you there.”

This press release was submitted by Medway Community Farm