James Watts, General Manager
(he/him)
James has worked at Weaver Street Market since 1992, and has worked in many different roles including Carrboro store manager, Operations Manager and Merchandising Manager. He also serves as board chair of Piedmont Food Processing Center in Hillsborough, and has previously been a board member for the consumer co-op regional trade organization which became National Cooperative Grocers. James’ passion is looking for ways to deepen Weaver Street Market’s impact on the local food economy through partnering with great local producers and brands and other cooperatives.
Deborah Gibbs, Secretary
(she/her)
Deborah is a consumer owner since 1988 whose Board term began in 2022. She worked for many years as a social science researcher focused on violence against women and children, and she has volunteered as a court-appointed advocate for children in foster care. Deborah is actively involved in activities of the Pacifica cohousing community and the Chapel Hill Friends Meeting. She also volunteers for Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Paws, which trains service dogs for people with medical and mobility issues. Deborah is an avid cook, gardener, and cyclist, and a huge fan of the Seattle Apple Cake.
Jon McDonald, Chair
(he/him)
Jon began baking at Weaver Street in 2008 and has managed the Bread Bakery since 2017. He lives in Hillsborough, and loves running, hiking and playing outside with his family in many of the beautiful natural spaces nearby.
EmJ Jakubowics, Treasurer
(they/them)
EmJ is a worker owner who started at Weaver Street in 2018 at the cheese counter in Carrboro. They helped open the Raleigh location in 2019 as the Cheese Specialist. They have been working in the cheese industry for 9 years and are passionate about all things dairy, fermented, and funky. In their spare time, they like to hike with their dog Rennet, camp and travel.
Carole Hoffman
(she/her)
Carole has been a consumer owner of Weaver Street Market since 2018 and has been an owner and supporter/investor of food co-ops since 2008. Having worked in the holistic health field for the past 20 years, Carole understands that fresh, unadulterated food is essential to optimal health and hopes to help bring a more expansive awareness of Weaver Street Market and the need for wholesome foods to the mainstream. She enjoys being an active member of the local community and volunteers at the Hillsborough Community Garden and the Hillsborough Arts Council and is an Orange County Master Gardener intern. She loves to garden, hike, play pickleball and commune with nature in the middle of the woods.
Roland Tilley
(he/him)
Roland is a worker-owner and started in the Customer Service department at the Hillsborough store in 2015. A native of Hillsborough, Roland has grown up with Weaver Street and its community. When not working, he is pursuing a degree in classical civilization, playing dungeons and dragons, or reading novels by the minute.
Theodore Feaster
(he/him)
Theodore brings over a decade of experience in North Carolina’s food system to the co-op’s board. He currently serves as Logistics Manager at Happy Dirt, where he oversees statewide distribution of organic produce and ensures efficiency across the supply chain. His background includes founding and managing multiple food and sustainability focused ventures. Theodore is passionate about strengthening regional food networks, supporting community driven agriculture, and is a graduate of Saint Augustine’s College.