Usha is a Bread Project graduate who came to The Bread Project as a student in 2013. She joined as a part time employee after graduation, and joined the team full time two years later as Instructor, followed by Production Manager, Operations Manager, and in 2000 was named Executive Director. A native of Nepal, she is an internationally acclaimed entrepreneur, ‘green’ manufacturer, and scholar dedicated to improving the lives of women through meaningful self-sufficient work. She is Founder and Proprietor of Young WoW Craft in Nepal, an organization that employs 35 women and produces, markets, and distributes natural, fiber-based cloth and clothes from Lokta Paper globally. Usha speaks six languages and has a wonderful combination of spirit, passion, and direct experience for helping the unemployed acquire new skills and jobs.

Born in France, Alain graduated from the world-renowned Ferrandi culinary school (E.S.C.F) and began his career as a sous-chef in a Michelin starred restaurant in Paris before moving to San Francisco. In 1994, he opened Le Charm bistro, named a Top 100 restaurant by the San Francisco Chronicle and a Bib Gourmand by the Michelin guide. In 2009 Alain opened La Bedaine, a French traiteur in Berkeley, where he experimented with new techniques and recipes. He has over 40 years of experience in the kitchen, including 24 years as a chef-owner. At this point, he wants to give back to the community, thanking them for the support that he received over the years. Alain is grateful to be with The Bread Project and hopes to transmit his knowledge and make a difference in the lives of others in the culinary field.

Lynn Luckow is a senior advisor, consultant, coach, and four-time CEO. He served as President & CEO of Craigslist Foundation, Northern California Grantmakers, and Jossey-Bass Publishers, and more recently LikeMinded, Inc. Over the past four decades he has acquired expertise in and practiced organization leadership, strategy, change, nonprofit governance, philanthropy, education, and youth and adult development. Lynn has served on or consulted to over 50 nonprofit boards, including chairing the national boards of Chanticleer, the Kinsey Institute, Project Open Hand, and National 4-H Council. Currently he serves on the board of the North Dakota Delta Upsilon Education Foundation, co-chair of the Foundation’s $8 million capital campaign, and on the advisory boards of Project Open Hand and the Rotary Youth Leadership Academy, which he directed for eight years. He has also served in Interim Executive Director roles for Chanticleer, Sunflower Wellness, and The Bread Project in the Bay Area.

Rebecca Solomon is a graduate of The Bread Project and is excited about the journey, opportunities, and impact of making good, artful, accessible food from scratch. She finds fulfillment in connecting people to resources, education, and partnerships that can elevate their growth and contribution in the world. Rebecca brings 10+ years of expertise as a leader and teacher in Youth Development, having taught more than 1,000 kids and 300 adults in recreation activities and leadership, and how to embrace challenges, take risks, and grow. She also has experience increasing financial literacy and confidence as a licensed financial professional and business owner. Rebecca is passionate about supporting breakthroughs in multiple areas of one’s life and using play as a tool for strengthening community, building leadership capacity, and achieving results.

Steven is a passionate coach and servant leader who thrives on building stronger, more connected communities. His dedication to giving back shines through his volunteer work with Biketopia Emeryville and his role on the Berkeley Bicycle Club’s Board of Directors. With over seven years of leadership experience spanning the telecommunications and cycling industries, Steven brings a wealth of expertise in mentoring, problem solving, and collaboration, all focused on lifting up and empowering those around him. His decade-long freelance career has further honed his adaptability, creativity, and ability to collaborate across diverse teams and industries.