BOARD of DIRECTORS
Rachel Czmyr-Budner
Mindy Masse
Arielle Moorhead
Stephen Budner
Connect with our team
Executive Director
Rachel Czmyr-Budner
Rachel is a retired, 100% service-disabled, Air Force veteran. As a 22-year Chief Master Sergeant, she filled many roles and responsibilities around the globe. However, her most honorable position has been that of a mom to her 3 boys; Stephen, Matthew and Jacob, and supporting them as they grow into young men.
As an education enthusiast, she is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Nonprofit Management, which she intends to utilize in enhancing ECOthrive Farms’ community impact, as well as, becoming a mentor for others who feel a calling to follow a similar path.
ECOthrive Farms is Rachel’s passion, which she will manage with her Board of Directors and family. Both she and her husband Steve will work together as they balance work, school, sports, and many family adventures for years to come.
Reach out to Rachel through the below links.
Vice president
Mindy Masse
Mindy is a retired Air Force veteran, who still serves as a government civilian for Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Maryland University College.
She successfully balances work, hobbies, and motherhood as she never misses a moment her family and cherishes her time with her son, nurturing his love and competitive spirit with his busy soccer schedule.
Growing up on a farm, and having four pups who keep her entertained, Mindy is well versed in raising and caring for a variety of animals. We are so fortunate to have her as ECOthrive Farms VP and know she brings a wealth of experience, creative energy, and love for all things that will help our organization and community grow and thrive!
Mindy welcomes you to learn more about her through the below links.
secretary
Arielle Moorhead
Arielle is an Air Force veteran, who spent 8 years serving in the continental United States, Korea, and Hawaii. She is currently making an impact in her second career as a government civilian at Wright Patterson AFB.
As a self-proclaimed Air Force “brat”, Arielle has been many places but calls Beavercreek, Ohio home and looks forward to moving closer to her family and friends in the near future. Her zest for life, focus on personal growth, and fulfillment of professional goals will assist her in becoming a leader within any community in which she resides. We are thankful they have led her to our organization.
Her understanding of the local community culture in Ohio makes her a critical part of our ECOthrive Farms Board of Directors. Her exception love of animals and talent for seeking out and securing livestock resources, only adds to our ability as a nonprofit charity for our community.
You can reach out Arielle through the below links.
Treasurer
Stephen Budner
Steve is a retired, Air Force veteran, currently pursing his second career as a military contractor/logistics manager for Apogee Engineering, LLC on Wright Patterson AFB. He is currently in enrolled in his last semester for his Masters of Science in Organizational Leadership at Western Kentucky University.
As an avid hunter, born and raised in Pennsylvania, Steve has spent several weeks each winter supporting disabled veterans in Colorado, through wilderness therapy and hunting programs. He is also a current member of the Southern Ohio Forge Association and spends many weekends sharing his passion for blacksmithing with his son Stephen.
Steve is a dedicated professional and a selfless volunteer but his heart is always with his family, which he supports without question. Steve and Rachel will not only help manage ECOthrive Farms but he will also balance find the time to coach his boys’ sports, help with homework, and be an irreplaceable presence during all the family adventures.
Steve can be reached through the below links