Meet the Staff

Toby Aronson, a long-time VT resident, has a uniquely diverse background working in sales, non-profit management, arts publicity and music, …

Toby Aronson, a long-time VT resident, has a uniquely diverse background working in sales, non-profit management, arts publicity and music, and is a small business owner. His record label NNA Tapes has received international recognition in publications such as The New York Times and NPR. Previously a Sales Associate for Local First Vermont’s Buy Local Book & Mobile App, Aronson was responsible for continued growth in ad sales for the Chittenden & Stowe sales territories. Aronson has also worked with the non-profit Vermont Symphony Orchestra in their education outreach programs, including the Musical Petting Zoo. As a professional musician, Aronson has toured in musical groups throughout the United States and Europe, and is currently a regularly performing classical guitarist in Vermont. Toby’s strong skills in outreach and communication and his familiarity with Vermont’s business community make him an excellent advocate and recruiter for VBSR’s triple-bottom line mission and membership. Toby actively embodies his passions for good food, good community, good art, and the great outdoors. Contact Toby to learn more about membership at TobyA@vbsr.org.

Carra Cheslin manages VBSR’s events and educational programming, from webinars to conferences and everything in between. Prior to her role a …

Carra Cheslin manages VBSR’s events and educational programming, from webinars to conferences and everything in between. Prior to her role at VBSR, Carra developed a wealth of experience in program management and design, event coordination, environmental education and organizing, and career exploration and internship programming, working for various non-profit organizations and local government agencies at the local, state, national and international levels. Some of Carra’s previous roles include Director of Engagement at Solar United Neighbors, Environmental Specialist at the DC Department of Parks and Recreation, Program Director for High School & Alumni Programs at City Kids Wilderness Project, MobilizeU Campaign Coordinator at Earth Day Network, and Education & Engagement Coordinator at SustainUS. Carra is passionate about creating meaningful programs and experiences that facilitate discovery, exploration, learning, and most importantly – fun! As a proud resident of the glorious Mad River Valley, Carra enjoys skiing, cooking, traveling, and a good Vermont craft IPA. Contact Carra at CarraC@vbsr.org

An accomplished advocate and campaigner, Jordan joined VBSR in December 2019. He brings several years of experience shaping policy at the lo …

Julianne joined VBSR as the Local First Associate in 2018 and became the Outreach Associate in January of 2019. She has worked in community …

Julianne joined VBSR as the Local First Associate in 2018 and became the Outreach Associate in January of 2019. She has worked in community outreach and environmental conservation and advocacy, including serving as the Conservation Assistant at the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) through Vermont’s inaugural ECO AmeriCorps program, as well campaigning with the Chesapeake Sustainability Institute’s project, Brickyard Educational Farm, outside Washington, DC. Julianne is excited to be apart of VBSR to help make change on a deeper level, and is passionate about supporting the improvement of the social, economic and natural landscapes for all Vermonters. Julianne grew up in rural Vermont, and now lives in Burlington with her husband where they enjoy sailing and kayaking on Lake Champlain, exploring the outdoors, and enjoying all the good food, music and art in their home state.

Email Julianne at info@vbsr.org.

Mieko joined the VBSR team in January 2018. Prior to working with VBSR, she served as Program & Marketing Director at Yestermorrow Desig …

Linda joined VBSR in January 2019 as the Finance Manager. In 2018, she retired early from Perrigo, where she was a financial analyst for 25 …

Roxanne brings over 20 years of experience in Vermont’s private, public, and non-profit sectors, including business development, education, …

Roxanne brings over 20 years of experience in Vermont’s private, public, and non-profit sectors, including business development, education, human resources management, workforce development, and non-profit management.

Formerly the Deputy Director of Advance Vermont, a statewide initiative to increase the civic and economic vitality of Vermont through educational attainment, Roxanne has also led education and workforce development initiatives for VBSR, managed human resources and public-private partnerships for a Vermont-based startup, and developed non-degree programming for University of Vermont Continuing and Distance Education.