Kelly Damewood

Kelly Damewood serves as the CEO of California Certified Organic Farmers, Inc (CCOF), a nonprofit and member-based organization that works to advance organic agriculture for a healthy world. She is an expert in USDA organic and agricultural certifications, California and federal agricultural policy, and services for diverse growers and producers. Her executive expertise includes multi-entity governance and financial management, organizational development, strategic planning, and public speaking. Kelly holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Portland, a Juris Doctor degree from Vermont Law School, and a Master of Laws degree in agricultural and food law from the University of Arkansas School of Law.