We could not be more excited and thrilled to officially welcome Andrea Gagner to our Josh Pallotta Fund team! Most of you know Andrea through her role as CEO of 14th Star Brewing Company and her volunteering activities throughout the Chittenden and Franklin Counties of Vermont. Since we met Andrea in early 2015, she has brought much visibility to the Josh Pallotta Fund and our mission to support Veterans. Andrea brings a wealth of experience, knowledge and resources to the Fund. While leading the team at 14th Star, the company was able to grow distribution to 7 states, now employs 25 people and the organization is well known as the brewery that gives back. Under her leadership the company is recognized as a philanthropic, caring and community-oriented organization that has led to a number of leadership and humanitarian awards on both the local and state level. Her drive, work ethic, passion and commitment to non-profit organizations is unique. We cannot wait to see where she takes us! Andrea began her position as Executive Development Director on August 3rd. Please join us in welcoming Andrea!
Andrea said, "I’m so very excited to begin my new adventure as the Executive Development Director for the Josh Pallotta Fund. It’s no secret that JPF has been near and dear to my heart from the moment I met with Val Pallotta and Beni Stevens just months into my tenure at 14th Star. During my COVID downtime I was able to find purpose, and ultimately my path, through volunteering with The Josh Pallotta Fund. The work they do is incredibly important and with Josh’s House VT now in the works, the need for someone to dive in full time has never been greater. I am honored to be able to be that person. The work that Val has done while working a full-time job and sharing their story, is incredible, mind-boggling. I’m humbled to be able to carry that torch alongside her. The need has never been greater and our Veterans need us, the fund, and Josh’s House, now, more than ever, and we will not fail them. I am very excited to begin this chapter with the Josh Pallotta Fund".
To learn more about the Josh Pallotta Fund, or to make a donation, visit www.joshpallottafund.org