Filing paperwork, proper licensing, certifications and meeting deadlines can be daunting tasks when it comes to selling at farmers markets. Luckily, Green City Markets and City of Chicago Farmers Markets have come together to guide us with best practices and tips to have a successful Farmer’s Market season.
Taylor Choy is the Operations Manager at Green City Market. Taylor is a first generation Asian-American who is passionate about supporting local food systems that prioritize equitable access to sustainable foods. Additionally, Taylor has several years of experience in food sustainability, waste reduction and community development through her work with Garden Collage, Center for Urban Research and Learning, School of Environmental Sustainability (formally IES), and the Chicago Foundation for Women. At Green City Market, she works directly with farmers and vendors at our markets and e-commerce programs.
Yescenia Mota is the City Markets Coordinator for the City of Chicago-Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. Yescenia, Oversees and manages 15 City Markets, serving communities that reflect the City’s diversity. She Provide strategies for collaboration and incubation for other independent, neighborhood markets and oversees programming and participation of approximately 100 – 250 permanent and alternate vendors, musicians, and performers which enhance the markets atmosphere and their community presence.
