2023 Excellence in Leadership Award

Congratulations to Member Paula Kucera, the first recipient of our HVTP Excellence in Leadership Award!

This award was established to recognize HVTP members whose efforts have contributed to the success of the project through their leadership and service to the organization, industry, and broader farm-to-fashion community.

Paula’s early advocacy and research work for what would become the Clean Fleece NY Scouring Facility project was crucial to the success of this project.

Additionally, Paula served as an initial advisor to Nicole Foti on the Ulster BOCES student fashion program, and later recommended Nicole for our advisory council. Her commitment to the HVTP, passion for our mission and willingness to push things forward is something worth celebrating. Thank you for all you do, Paula!

You may know Paula as White Barn Sheep and Wool—her farm is located in New Paltz, NY.