Our directors and board members bring expertise in vocational training, community building, and compassionate care, ensuring every refugee finds a path to independence.
Jane Gow
Todd Gow
Linda Trinh
Founder and Executive Director - driven by a powerful mission to help others and dismantle systems of oppression through everyday kindness. Backed by over 30 years of IT project management experience, her leadership brings deep community roots to this calling, including dedicated service on Dallas's Welcoming Immigrant Task Force.
Roaster/Board Member - oversees the coffee roasting process and contributes to the non-profit's day-to-day operations. Also is the Parish Life and Ministry Coordinator at his local Parish.
Marketing and Communications Director - decades of marketing experience for large corporations, she now dedicates her time and energy to the Bekinder Coffee Project Non-Profit.
Mastering the Craft
We work with a new refugees so that they become mentors for the next hire.
A recent graduate of our program, now assists new bakers and baristas sharing her journey and expertise gained from mastering the art of coffee and baking.
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