The River Market Community Co-op’s (RMCC) Board of Directors consists of seven (7) to nine (9) volunteer directors elected by the Ownership who are legally responsible for the overall direction and performance of the Co-op. The directors work as a team to set policy, hire and evaluate the General Manager, maintain the fiduciary responsibility of the Co-op, and represent the membership as it creates the vision that guides the Co-op into the future. Each director serves a three-year term, with three seats up for election every fall.
You as Owners elect the board who direct the River Market Community Co-op
HOW YOUR BOARD WORKS FOR YOU
Meet your board:
Mead Stone
Board Member Since: 2020, past serving in 2002 then GM
Why I serve-
- It is my deepest hope to be a part of River Market’s return to prosperity.
- I also want to support our great GM to the best of my ability.
Occupation
Retired grocer who enjoys reading, writing, and grandchildren.
David Mickelson
Board Member Since: 2020
Why I serve-
- I strive to protect the best interests of fellow owners aligned to the success of our shared community resource: River Market Community Co-op.
Occupation
Retired 3M Digital Marketing Manager
Karen Hulstrand
Board Member Since: 2020
Why I serve-
- I am passionate about River Market’s values and mission.
- I believe that our co-op community can be part of creating a healthier and more sustainable food system.
Occupation
Retired family practice physician
Courtney Orawiec
Board Member Since: 2022
Why I serve-
I believe in the co-op mission and I want to do what I can to support River Market as we move into the future. I hope that my service can make the co-op a stronger and more vibrant community.
Occupation
Middle School Latin Teacher at Seven Hills Preparatory Academy
Christina Arndt
Board Member Since: 2020
Why I serve-
- I want River Market to thrive and provide an alternative grocery experience. To do so it needs a sound financial basis.
Occupation
Accountant
Scott Vrchota
Board Member Since: 2021
Why I serve-
- Support and believe in the River Market mission and goals
Occupation
Part time organizational health care consultant
Angela Hauge
Board Member Since: 2021
Why I serve-
- As a means of using my business experience and talents to give back to my community
- To make our food buying experience the best it can be to improve our health and well being
Occupation
Sr. Director of Process Improvement, Medtronic plc
Larry Martin
Board Member Since: 2021
Why I serve-
- I care about the Market and want it to continue flourishing.
- I enjoy learning new things.
Occupation
Retired real estate broker-owner, Martin Real Estate, St. Paul. Semi-retired church musician, St. Anne Catholic Church, Hamel, MN.
Luke Engel
Board Member Since: 2022
Why I serve-
- I am passionate about promoting sustainable and community-based food systems and believe in the power of cooperatives to create a more equitable economy.
Occupation
Co-founder of Northern Creative, a web design agency
Stephen Munasinghe
Alt. Board Member Since: 2022
Why I serve-
I believe River Market is a place we rely on in the community to provide great food and health and wellness options. It is a business we know will give back and make the Stillwater area stronger.
I grew up in the hospitality industry and saw first hand in my family’s restaurant what a great business in the community can do to bring people together. I look forward to helping River Market continue to do these things for our community.
Occupation
Partner
Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants
Big Bowl – Twin City Grill – Wildfire Eden Prairie
BOARD RESPONSIBILITIES
COMMUNICATING WITH THE BOARD
BOARD ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
