About
board members
2025 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
Events chair
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
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.