Meet our Volunteer Board of Directors
Executive Committee
Pamela Werther, President
Brandon Follett, Treasurer
Brandon has been involved with TCFM since the very beginning and served as the first market manager in 2010. With a background in marketing and a vision for developing strategic growth, Brandon cultivated relationships with vendors, sponsors, city and county personnel, and community members to help establish the market. In 2012, after completing his MBA at Stanislaus State, Brandon became a member of the TCFM Board of Directors, where he has served as President and Treasurer. He is proud to have instilled a love for the market in his three young children and focuses on creating a fun and safe environment for families. Professionally, Brandon works in sales at Hilmar Cheese Company.
George Kapor, Secretary
George and his wife Patty operate a small farm between Turlock and Hilmar called Pageo Lavender Farm. He has been involved with TCFM since it was first organized in 2010 and is a weekly vendor at the market as well as the Modesto Certified Farmers Market. George has been on the board of TCFM since it began and brings a strong vendor perspective. George has been instrumental in helping build a local, sustainable, and community-based farmers’ market.
Richard Wallace
Richard is a professor at Stanislaus State in cultural anthropology. He brings a global perspective to the market with experience from around the world including South America. He has been a supporter of the market from the first season of the market. His students have also played an important role in the market, often conducting research and surveys at the market to gain insights on customer behavior and vendor feedback.
Forrest White
Forrest has been a faithful market supporter since the very first season. He has been dedicated to the community for over 30 years and served as a Council Member of the Turlock City Council. Professionally, Forrest retired as C.E.O. of the San Joaquin County Fair where he worked for 25 years.