Nominee's Key Links:
Bio: https://ccontos.com/about
Resume or CV: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1C27iBSH5Cf_roAdNtIjz5OCw9wx9Sty5alIuyvcJmT8/edit?usp=sharing
Writing or Publications:
Website: https://ccontos.com
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Policies which the nominator knows the nominee supports or in which they have expertise:
Food Avocate
Culinary Education - Building Enthusiasm For Cooking At Home Again - "Cook Real Food Again"
Healthy Food In Schools
Clean Farming - Banning Glyphosate
Make America Cook Again
Nominator's thoughts on what would make this nominee a valuable member of a future Trump Unity Government
1. Is Competent Possesses an in-depth understanding of how real food heals, lifestyle & nutrition matter, and how to Make American Cook Again!
Knows how to navigate complex issues around food sourcing and ingredients, well-equipped to advocate for healthier food options in schools and homes. Expertise extends to educating others on the importance of clean, non-toxic ingredients and empowering families to make better choices in the kitchen.
2. Is Honest Prioritizes transparency and clear communication with a positive force! Especially when it comes to ingredient safety and food standards. Advocates openly for honest labeling and cleaner ingredient lists, home cooking with real food. Promoting truthfulness in food labeling and education, helping build trust in the clean food movement. Communicates with kindness and very passionately driven. Have been changing home cooking dynamics one cooking class at a time for 20 years.
3. Is Respectful Understands and values the perspectives of busy parents, hard working farmers, and community leaders who are also invested in promoting clean food. Fosters collaboration, building strong partnerships with schools, families, and communities to achieve cleaner food in cafeterias and home kitchens. Recognize that change is a collective effort and respect each voice in this journey. Loves to build a strong team and keep motivation and goals positive even on hard days.
4. Has Integrity Committed to upholding high standards, especially when advocating for food free from toxic additives and harmful ingredients. Stays true to principles and values, choosing partnerships and initiatives that align with the mission of clean, accessible food for all. Their integrity ensures they are a dependable advocate who others trust to champion this cause. Weaves in humor and smiles along the day!
5. Has Courage - Not at ALL afraid to challenge food industry practices that compromise health, particularly regarding toxic ingredients in everyday foods. Speaks out against these harmful practices and pushes for policy changes that protect the health of schoolchildren and families. Passion drives this force to confront difficult truths, inspiring others to join the movement for cleaner food standards. Has changed many lives over 20 years and ready to stand on a bigger platform!
6. Has a Proven Record Has a LONG history of meaningful impact in promoting real food and knowing your farmer, whether through advocacy, culinary education, or hands-on cooking classes (taught over 1300 in person classes). From implementing healthier food programs in schools to educating families on clean cooking at home, community gardening, creating measurable improvements that make them a trusted leader in the movement for non-toxic, nourishing food.