Board of Directors

Twin Cities Co-op Partners Current Board of Directors:

Back row, left to right: Steve Share, Ismael Popoca Aguilar, Mark Greene, Jobin Kadapurath

Front row, left to right: Yoshi Suzuki-Lambrecht, Emily Anderson, Bao Vang, Lisa Fittipaldi, Joan Stockinger

Our Board gives you a voice

The Twin Cities Co-op Partners Board of Directors is elected by owners. They set long- and short-term goals, plan for our future, help manage co-op resources and act as trustees on behalf of you—our owners.

Becoming a candidate

Board applications for 2025-2026 are now open! Click the button below to apply.

Our Board of Directors is seeking candidates to help shape the future of Twin Cities Co-op Partners. Co-op owners with a passion for the co-op and its mission and who have a commitment to Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion are encouraged to apply. The board strives to support TCCP’s pursuits of delivering profitability and re-investment in the business, planning strategically for the future, and creating a positive experience for everyone we serve: owners, employees, farmers, food makers, and the community.  We need YOUR skills and experience in strategic thinking, managing business growth, and community engagement as we continue developing a strong, local food system.  

Term

Three years, beginning with the first board meeting following the October 21, 2025 Annual Meeting. The position requires an average commitment of 10–20 hours per month and offers an annual stipend of  $7,790.  

Open Seats

Four open seats, three for 3-year terms, one for a 1-year term.

Candidate Selection Criteria

Applicants must be owners in good standing at the Wedge Community Co-ops as of the day of application. Current board members or employees of another Minnesota grocery co-op will not be considered. Twin Cities Co-op Partners has an ongoing commitment to the principles and practices of diversity and inclusiveness. People from all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply. Our employment practices are in accordance with the laws that prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, age, marital status, familial status, veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other status category by applicable law.   

Timeline

June 1-30: Applications Open

July: Candidate Interviews   

August: Candidate Slate Announced  

September: Voting Opens  

October: Annual Meeting & Election Results Announced  

Apply to Join Our Board

Applications are now open! Deadline to apply is June 30th, 2025.

APPLY HERE
  • Lisa Fittipaldi President

    Lisa Fittipaldi
    President

    Lisa is passionate about the co-op, believing that we raise the bar for all Minnesota grocers by supporting local farmers and businesses that use sustainable practices. She has been a member of Wedge Community Co-ops for more than 25 years.
  • Emily Anderson Vice President

    Emily Anderson
    Vice President

    Emily joined the Wedge Co-op board in 2013, and now continues to serve on the Wedge Community Co-ops board. Her introduction to co-ops began in 1974 as a volunteer at Seward Community Co-op, and co-ops have been a personal and professional passion since.
  • Mark Greene Treasurer

    Mark Greene
    Treasurer

    Mark is recently retired from a distinguished financial services career, including CEO roles. He is eager to work together to strengthen the co-op, enrich its close-knit community and make it a truly special place for everyone.
  • Jobin Kadapurath Secretary

    Jobin Kadapurath
    Secretary

    Jobin grew up in a family with deep agricultural roots. His grandparents grew crops, raised animals and sold their produce locally, and his father worked to combat malnutrition through crop cultivation in semi-arid regions of the world. Food continues to be of great importance to his family.
  • Yoshi Suzuki-Lambrecht Director

    Yoshi Suzuki-Lambrecht
    Director

    Yoshi’s motto in life is to “make more and to give more.” He has always been driven to gain the knowledge, skills and resources to make a greater impact on his community.
  • Bao Vang Director

    Bao Vang
    Director

    The co-op business model is a foundational part of Bao’s DNA. Her parents and their Hmong relatives created and operated a co-op in the 1980s. She currently serves as the Vice President of Communications for the Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota–a non-profit that helps businesses enhance their customer experience.
  • Steve Share Director

    Steve Share
    Director

    Steve and his family are deeply invested in and committed to the co-op ideal. With more choices in the natural foods marketplace, Steve believes it is important to use his food dollars to support local, member-owned businesses. He has been a member of the co-op board since 2019.
  • Joan Stockinger Director

    Joan Stockinger
    Director

    Joan has been a member of TCCP for 37 years. Her last job before retirement was with Co-op Development Services, where she provided start-up advice for all kinds of co-ops, especially food co-ops. Her co-op career started at Freewheel Bike Co-op in 1976. Joan loves co-ops and what they do: community, cooperation, healthy food, good jobs, and local farmer opportunities.
  • Ismael Popoca Aguilar Director

    Ismael Popoca Aguilar
    Director

    Ismael was born and raised in Mexico, where the economic landscape was characterized by small businesses and local food systems. He has 24 years of food industry experience, most recently with the largest consumer-owned food cooperative in the country, PCC Community Markets in Seattle. He is now the Culinary Lead at the Indigenous Food Lab, a part of the non-profit NATIFS. Ismael believes co-ops can be both sustainable and successful as they serve as a link between farms, producers, and customers.

The Board’s role and responsibilities

The Twin Cities Co-op Partners Board focuses on four key areas while upholding the code of ethics and conduct. The Board also oversees elections and recommends updates to the Articles and Bylaws, the legal documents that define and guide the co-op.

  • Hiring and evaluating the CEO
  • Financial oversight
  • Long-range strategic planning
  • Recruitment of board directors

Board Meetings

Owners are welcome and encouraged to attend regularly scheduled board meetings at 5:30 p.m. on the fourth Monday of each month via Zoom. Please click the link below to RSVP at least 24 hours in advance of a meeting. More information, including a Zoom link, will be sent to you in advance of the meeting. If you have any questions in the meantime, email board@tccp.coop. 

REGISTER HERE