Our Team

Meet the small but mighty team behind Apples to Zucchini Cooking School! We’re a group of passionate foodies, enthusiastic educators, and lovers of quality ingredients and quality food puns. We believe in sharp knives, an extra pinch of salt, and the idea that it’s never too early (or late!) to learn how to cook. Above all, we believe that everyone deserves access to the skills, confidence, and community that come from preparing and sharing delicious meals.

Chef Jill Barton

Executive Director

Nancy Martz

Founder and Community Engagement Director

Pria Richard

Associate Director

Madeline McClean

Program Coordinator for Adult & Specialty Classes

Cruz Gutierrez

Kitchen Manager

Sarah Whitmer

Volunteer Coordinator

Rachel Tims

Office Manager

Naomi Ellis

Administrative Assistant

Jenny Marshall

Community Engagement Manager

Board of Directors

Dr. Ann Fristoe, President

Marie Zimmerman, Treasurer

Deb Bettencourt

Darren Doi

Advisory Committee

Dr. Kristin Castorino

Sam Edelman

Lindsay Johnson

Nancy Weiss