Steve Crider

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Farm to School Lead @ Viva Farms Agricultural Incubator
Burlington, WA, US
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Burlington, Washington, United States, United States
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About Steve Crider

With 35 years in the Natural & Organic food world, sustainable agriculture has been my life's passion. I have worked in many capacities within the natural food "industry", mostly on the front lines of business development & sales, opening international markets, education & outreach on both the business and policy/certification aspects of organic trade. I have been deeply engaged in policy and government activities as they relate to organic food and agriculture. Also experienced in Sourcing, Sustainability and Strategic Planning. As of January, 2018, I am a free agent and working on various developments in the food and agriculture sphere, both locally & internationally on a consulting basis. Available for new projects. Specialties: I speak Japanese & French, & have an in depth understanding of international trade issues and export procedures, as well as organic food production systems & manufacturing. I have expertise in sustainable agriculture, home gardening & composting, harvesting, cooking and preserving foods.

Steve Crider's Current Company Details
Viva Farms Agricultural Incubator

Viva Farms Agricultural Incubator

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Farm to School Lead
Burlington, WA, US
Steve Crider Work Experience Details
  • Viva Farms Agricultural Incubator
    Farm To School Lead
    Viva Farms Agricultural Incubator
    Burlington, Wa, Us
  • Viva Farms Agricultural Incubator
    Farm To School Lead
    Viva Farms Agricultural Incubator Jun 2018 - Present
    Burlington, Wa, Us
  • Stone Soup Advisors Llc
    Principal And Consultant
    Stone Soup Advisors Llc Jul 2018 - Present
    Bringing a lifetime of experience, passion and collaborative effort to the organic & sustainable food and agriculture movement. From Seed to Table, Farm to Finished Product, we can provide guidance, support, project management. Working to create a values-based, more equitable food system for all.
  • Oregon Tilth
    Member Board Of Directors
    Oregon Tilth Jul 2014 - Jun 2018
    Corvallis, Or, Us
    Re-elected to the Board of Directors at Oregon Tilth in November, 2015 and currently on our Board Recruitment & Development Committee.
  • Amy'S Kitchen
    Sourcing - Special Projects
    Amy'S Kitchen Aug 2016 - Jan 2018
    Petaluma, California, Us
    Moved to Sourcing Team in 2016, working on a variety of department priorities and projects, including Sustainability, Grower Manual, Strategic Planning, and Surplus Inventory Sales & waste reduction measures. My time at Amy's has come to a completion as of January 2, 2018.
  • Amy'S Kitchen
    Liaison For Government & Industry Affairs
    Amy'S Kitchen Jul 2012 - Jul 2016
    Petaluma, California, Us
    In this role at Amy's Kitchen, I was engaged with their efforts on the GMO labeling front including the Just Label It campaign, Citizens for GMO Labeling, the Washington State's citizens initiative Yes on 522 and Oregon Right to Know campaigns in support of GMO Labeling efforts. I also represented Amy's when attending the National Organic Standards Board meetings (NOSB) and our interactions with the USDA/NOP and FAS programs. I participated of the Organic Trade Association's International Committee and the OTA Political Action Committee.
  • Neighbors In Need Food Bank
    Board Of Directors
    Neighbors In Need Food Bank Sep 2010 - Dec 2015
    Board management responsibilities for the largest food bank in Skagit County. Developed "Garden of Hope" Food Bank Garden from 2011 thru 2013. Worked on a new initiative, "Ending Childhood Hunger in Skagit Co. - 1095 Club" project with a large local collaboration of organizations involved with community food security. Received the Volunteer of the Year "Flash of Silver Award", 2013.
  • Amy'S Kitchen
    International Sales Mgr.
    Amy'S Kitchen May 2004 - May 2012
    Petaluma, California, Us
    I was responsible for sales and market management in Canada, Asia and Australia. This work has fully passed to other colleagues from 2015. I am also involved with the OTA International Committee work, and work on special projects within Amy's related to sustainability efforts.
  • Nw Children'S Theatre/Meta
    Board Member
    Nw Children'S Theatre/Meta 2000 - 2010
  • Cf Fresh
    International & Ingredient Sales Mgr.
    Cf Fresh 2001 - 2004
    Organic Tree Fruit sales from WA state to Asia and the UK. Bulk processing organic fruit to manufacturers. Canadian Organic Cranberry project.
  • Pcc Natural Markets
    Merchandiser, Meat & Seafood
    Pcc Natural Markets 1999 - 2000
    Seattle, Washington, Us
    Worked in the Seattle head office of PCC as merchandiser/head of meat & seafood section
  • Small Planet Foods / Cascadian Farm
    International & Ingredient Sales Mgr.
    Small Planet Foods / Cascadian Farm 1992 - 1999
    Joined Cascadian Farm through this period of tremendous growth, working in many capacities within the sales team, primarily in development of our export business and some industrial/ingredient related efforts.
  • Taneyama Ga Hara Co., Ltd. (Tokyo)
    Import Section Mgr.
    Taneyama Ga Hara Co., Ltd. (Tokyo) 1984 - 1992
    In concert with owner/president Norio Inaba, helped create a natural and organic foods import business in Japan representing Cascadian Farm, Heinke's juices, Walnut Acres, Garden of Eat'n, Rising Sun Farm, Arrowhead Mills, among others. Worked on organic standards and education issues. Also contributed to our agro-forestry sheep project in Iwate Pref. Japan, including the importation of breeding livestock, wool, and spinning wheels/crafts, and participation in the Black Sheep Gathering.

Steve Crider Skills

Food Food Industry Sustainable Agriculture Sustainability Strategic Planning Agriculture Management Ingredients Organic Farming Grocery Nonprofits Consumer Products Product Development Food Processing Food Safety International Trade Fundraising Sales Team Building P&l Management Non Profits Grant Writing Public Relations International Business Frozen Food Food Science Sustainable Business Public Policy Networking Agribusiness Purchasing Governmental Affairs Key Account Development International Marketing Haccp Cooking Sustainable Development Farms Singing Politics Merchandising Pricing Fruit Food Service P&l Trade Marketing Community Organizing Packaging Theatre Fmcg

Steve Crider Education Details

  • Indiana University Of Pennsylvania
    Indiana University Of Pennsylvania
    Communications
  • Richmond, The American International University In London
    Richmond, The American International University In London
  • North Penn High School
    North Penn High School

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