2024 BOARD MEMBERS
The Memphis Farmers Market is a nonprofit organization created by a group of local volunteers and run by a volunteer board of people who are passionate about local food, small farms, and making a connection between consumers and local producers.
president
Andrew Bailey
Andrew is a graduate of the University of Memphis, and currently works as a FedEx Marketing Manager. He is an avid traveler, a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and has achieved the rank of Eagle Scout.
Andrew is motivated to support an organization that helps connect the Memphis community to farmers that sell fresh, local food while offering educational opportunities about all the positive benefits of starting with healthy eating habits. Both Andrew and his wife volunteer in support of the mission of the MFM, and is something special the couple looks forward to every weekend.
Past PresidenT
NIKKI DILDINE
Nikki grew up in rural NE Indiana and attended Purdue University where she earned her BA in Psychology, and MS in School Counseling. She moved to Memphis in 2007 and spent 8 years as an elementary school counselor with Shelby County Schools. In 2014, she made a big career shift, and currently works in finance as a Client Support Manager for Vining Sparks.
Nikki lives in Midtown with her bossy Westie, Connor and spunky Chihuahua, Ollie. She loves traveling, cooking, and checking out live music. She is passionate about living an active and healthy lifestyle and making eco-friendly choices.
“Shopping at the market gives me a deeper appreciation of our region’s agriculture and culinary traditions. Our local growers, producers, and artisans are so knowledgeable about what they do and so willing to share advice on how best to enjoy their products.”
President elect
VACANT
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“The MFM promotes sustainability, allowing customers to purchase natural and organic foods, while keeping money spent on food closer to our Memphis neighborhood.”
Financial Chair
Kelly Didato
Vendor Chair
Sarah Lindemann
Sarah started volunteering for the farmers' market five years ago and has enjoyed working at the information booth, helping customers and vendors. Sarah finds joy in seeing how the community of farmers, merchants, and customers come together on a Saturday to buy fresh produce, try out new foods and products, and exchange ideas. As someone who has had acareer working with suppliers, she looks forward to working with MFM vendors to incorporatetheir suggestions for improvement and sustainability.
In their spare time, Sarah and her husband enjoy throwing the frisbee for their MFM dog, Lucy.
Restaurant Liason
Inga Theeke
Inga became an active volunteer for the Memphis Farmers Market as soon as she moved to South Main. So of course, she jumped at the invitation to also serve on the Board. Originally from Chicago, she moved to Memphis to become the Executive Pastry Chef for the Iris Restaurant Group. Volunteering at the market provides the perfect opportunity to connect her passion for meeting people, serving the community and her curiosity for local foods and farms.
“The Memphis Farmers Market is where I have made a lot of friendships, discovered new places around downtown and am able to stay abreast of any up and coming events. ”
Marketing Chair
Kaneesha d. martin
Kaneesha D. Martin is making a name for herself by encouraging individuals and organizations to discover and achieve greatness. She has gained extensive experience and respect in leadership, motivation, and communications from previous appointments and current responsibilities at IGNITE! IMC, a boutique communications agency, based in Nashville
Kaneesha has many years of collegiate teaching and creating results-driven communication strategies in music & film, book publishing, non-profit organizations, education, and sports sectors. Her hobbies include culinary exploration, spending time with friends & family, and reading great books. Married 16 years to her college sweetheart, Jason.
Events chair
Amy Gray
As the director of sales and marketing at Central Station Memphis, Amy Gray leads the sales and
marketing team to ensure the highest level of client and community engagement, guest services touch
points and profitability. Gray brings over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, including
leadership roles in sales and marketing for several prominent Mid-South hotels, event spaces and
conference venues.
Prior to joining the team at Central Station Memphis, Amy was the director of sales and marketing at
Hilton Memphis. Previously, she served as the catering and banquet manager at the River Inn Harbor
Town and as the director of event planning and convention services at the Sheraton in downtown
Memphis. As the former director of sales and marketing at Agricenter International, Amy was
responsible for bringing the Delta Fair to Memphis.
Amy is actively involved in the Mid-South hospitality community where she is a member of several
industry organizations. She has been an active board member of HSMAI (Hospitality Sales & Marketing
Association International) Mid-South chapter for over 15 years, of which she currently serves as the
president. She is a member of MMAA (Memphis Metro Attractions Association), GBTA (Global Business
Travel Association) Mid-South, TNSAE (Tennessee Society of Association Executives) and Memphis
Hospitality Alliance.
A life-long Memphian, Amy and her family reside in the historic Evergreen district in Midtown. She is a
200 RYT Yoga Instructor and teaches at Delta Groove Yoga in Overton Square. Her other interests
include attending live music concerts and events, theatre, hiking, kayaking and camping.
legal chair
Vacant
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Partnerships & Fundraising Chair
Vacant
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Secretary
Anne Hotze
Anne has lived in Downtown Memphis for over 10 years, and enjoys exploring all of the city’s events and dining establishments. Anne is always excited to start her Saturday mornings volunteering at the market during the season. To Anne, the market is special because it allows her to connect with new people, and it fosters great community spirit.
“The market is a great place where not only do you get amazing produce and products, you support local makers/producers, keeping dollars in our local economy, and you help build community downtown! It’s a win for everyone!”
Vendor Representative
Carrington wise
Vendor Representative
Bruce Scarberry
Vendor Representative
Sandy Word
Health and education chair
Dr. Zaneta Ivy
Memphis Farmers Market Team
executive director
Jackie Krasin
Jackie is serving as the Executive Director to oversee the market’s operations. She is a Memphis native and passionate about the Memphis food and agriculture industry. Her career in the Memphis food industry has provided her with a dedication to serving Memphis through nutritional education and positive community impact. She is motivated and excited to serve one of Tennessee’s largest and longest running farmers markets by helping continue an eighteen-year history of providing downtown Memphis with fresh, locally sourced food choices.
Jackie spends her free time hiking and camping with her husband and their two Memphis street dogs, Aggie and Beef. When not at the market she is taking care of her garden and chickens.
marketing and communications intern
Mary claire carney
Mary Claire recently graduated from St. Mary’s Episcopal School in Memphis and is currently a freshman at the University of South Carolina pursuing a double major in International Business and Economics with a concentration in Spanish. As marketing and communications intern, she uses social media sites such as Instagram and Facebook to showcase all of the wonderful vendors at the market. She has loved getting to know each vendor and being able to share their stories with the Memphis community.