Sumi Sankaran-Deal 

Director of People & Culture

Pronouns: She/her

Finish one of these sentences…

Community is a space where everyone is welcome and has a sense of belonging. A place where they can join others in a meal, a conversation, or simply some togetherness.

Favorite snack from Bloom Community Farm or The Hope Garden?

Any veggies I can get my hands on! I love cooking with the veggies and snacking on carrots and cucumbers.

Favorite place to adventure i.e. favorite fishing hole, hike, lake, etc.?

I’m a city girl who lives in this amazing valley now. I love hiking and getting away from everything to be with native flowers and hiding critters. But, I also love a few days in a city like Chicago, New York, or Boston. The food, shopping, and bustle fill me up as well.