Courtney recently graduated from Prescott College with an M.S. in Sustainable Food Systems. In 2013, she earned a B.A. in Sustainability at Arizona State University. Courtney joined the Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems in 2023, where she supports the Swette Center's organic and sustainable food systems research efforts. Her dedication to food and agriculture stems from a family history of farmers, a passion for cultural cuisine, and over a decade of experience in the food and beverage industry. She aspires to encourage others to embrace culturally appropriate cuisine and rediscover the beauty of a home-cooked meal.