Meet our Board Members
Introducing the Board Members of Northeast Florida Homesteading & Prepping Ladies, who are at the forefront of empowering and educating women in sustainable and prepared living. Here's what the board brings to the table:
- Dedicated Leadership: Meet the Board Members of Northeast Florida Homesteading & Prepping Ladies, a group of dynamic women leaders.
- Expertise and Experience: Each board member brings a wealth of knowledge and passion, enhancing our organization’s goals and activities.
- Commitment to Empowerment: Deeply committed to empowering women through education in homesteading and preparedness.
- Guidance in Sustainable Living: They offer expertise in various aspects of sustainable living, from agricultural practices to emergency readiness.
- Active Involvement: Beyond overseeing, they play a hands-on role in fostering a supportive environment for all members to thrive.
- Driving Community Success: Get to know the women behind our success as they continue to propel our community toward a resilient and self-sufficient future.
Anna Barbary
Founder and President
anna@neflhpl.org
Anna is the owner of the digital marketing agency Civic Shift Agency, where she guides civic organizations worldwide through the digital landscape. In her spare time, she enjoys agriculture and natural living. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with friends and family.
Fun facts
- Anna is a Rotarian who truly believes in the motto, “Service Above Self.”
- Her favorite vegetable to grow is Okra
- She's Berber-American, with a love for Moroccan cuisine
Kari Blandford
Vice President
kari@neflhpl.org
Kari is a wife, mother, and homesteader of 27 years who grew from a lifelong gardener and nursery owner into a full-scale homesteader with a 1,600-square-foot garden, orchard, and diverse livestock, including endangered Blue Slate Turkeys. She is passionate about food preservation and handcrafted homestead products which she sells online and at Sugar Bear’s Antique Mall.
Fun facts
- Retired Elementary Educator of 25 years
- Poodle dog mom
- Master Food Preservation Volunteer
Patrice Barbary
Secretary and Treasurer
patrice@neflhpl.org
Patrice is a retired banker with over 35 years of banking experience, 23 years of which was managerial experience. When she is not gardening, she is enjoying time with her friends and family.
Fun facts
- Patrice played the violin as a child through adolescence
- Her favorite plant to grow is Canna Lily
- She is a Florida certified Paralegal