David Thayer

David Thayer has a diverse work experience that spans various roles and industries. David currently works at American Farmland Trust, where they hold the position of Director of Marketing, Outreach and Digital Communication. Prior to this, they served as the National Marketing Manager at the same organization.

Before joining American Farmland Trust, David worked as a Senior Financial Analyst at Boulder County, where they managed special projects related to budget, finance, and communication. David was responsible for analyzing and reporting sales and use tax data, as well as organizing and reporting revenue for budgeting and compliance purposes.

David also served as a Go-to-Market Consultant at Bean Voyage, a start-up social enterprise coffee company. David'sresponsibilities included conducting market research and designing consumer engagement strategies.

Prior to that, they worked as a Consultant at SmartRevenue, where they designed and led market research projects in various sectors, including CPG, finance, agriculture, and technology.

David's experience also includes co-founding and directing Hooker Mountain Farm, where they established a biodynamic farm and specialty food brand. David led the financial, marketing, sales, distribution, and partnership aspects of the business.

Furthermore, David worked at Conservation Law Foundation as the Director of the Environmental Insurance Agency, where they directed marketing and business operations for an auto insurance startup targeting conservation-oriented consumers. David also worked as a Consultant at the same organization, leading market-based environmental initiatives and corporate social responsibility programs.

Earlier in their career, David worked as an Analyst at the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City, conducting market analysis and writing case studies. David also worked as a Policy Analyst at American Farmland Trust, where they analyzed public policies for farmland conservation and environmental stewardship.

David's early work experience includes roles as an Academic Research Assistant at Skidmore College and as a Sustainable Development Intern at the International Institute for Sustainable Development.

Overall, David Thayer has a strong background in marketing, finance, research, and sustainability, with a focus on supporting farmers, promoting farmland conservation, and driving sustainable practices in various industries.

David Thayer has a diverse education history spanning from high school to postgraduate studies. David began their educational journey at Dawson High School, where they received their High School Diploma from 1996 to 1999. David then went on to attend Skidmore College from 2000 to 2004, earning a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Political Science and Government. In 2003, they pursued their interest in development economics and international development by obtaining a Certificate from the School for International Training. In 2012, David completed certificate courses in Agricultural Business and Management at the University of Vermont. The following year, in 2013, they took various certificate courses in Applied Agriculture and Food Systems at Vermont Technical College. Finally, from 2016 to 2018, David Thayer pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree with a specialization in Strategy, Sustainability & Social Entrepreneurship at the University of Colorado Boulder - Leeds School of Business.