Cynthia Chiles Of Carter Mountain Orchard Named Board President Of NAFDMA
April 29, 2014 
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North American Farmers’ Direct Marketing Association (NAFDMA) has announced the election of Cynthia Chiles of Charlottesville, VA, to president of the association. Chiles was elected unanimously by fellow board members at the Board of Directors meeting during the annual convention in Kansas City, MO. As the incoming president, she is also chairwoman of the Board of Directors and tasked with leading and facilitating the board during their monthly meetings as they set policy and direction for the organization.
Chiles joined the NAFDMA board in 2011, holding the seat for the Southeast Region. Her knowledge and contacts with members of the farm direct marketing and agritourism industry in her home state was integral in bringing the 2012 NAFDMA Convention to Williamsburg, VA. She was further recognized for her tireless efforts on behalf of the association as the recipient of the NAFDMA Leadership Award in 2013.
“Cynthia brings to the Board presidency a rich blend of business acumen and NAFDMA history. She is thoughtful, curious, and dedicated. Cynthia is a passionate NAFDMA advocate. The association and industry are fortunate to have her step up to the role of president,” says out-going president, Kerry Engel.
In addition to her service to NAFDMA, Cynthia Chiles is part of the fourth generation to own and operate Carter Mountain Orchard. After graduating from college, and working in the “real world” for almost 20 years, she returned to the family orchard full-time. Carter Mountain Orchard has been a member of NAFDMA since the early ’90s. The family also owns and operates three seasonal pick-your-own and retail markets, which include Chiles Peach Orchard located in Crozet, VA.
Chiles credits NAFDMA as “a huge part” of the growth of her family’s farm business. She has said, “I love learning and sharing with our NAFDMA friends, and I am thrilled to give back.”
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