jill

Jill. That's me. Sort of. This question hovers like a dark shadow i can't crawl out from. About me? What the hell do i know about me? If I knew, really, would i still be on this ridiculous spiraling cyberwebsite reducing myself into contrived categories, rattling off my likes and dislikes like a good little computer literate american? what a luxury of judging friends by whether they look cool enough to leave comments on my page. All this I ponder while the big crazy world spins on and i conclude that there is nothing about me you don't already know, or need to know, and all this stuff in my bio are just things i've done and though they are my actions, they are not me. not really. everything changes. all the time.
Jill Ettinger is a dedicated member of the natural products industry. Starting out in a food co-op over fifteen years ago, she has worked as a retailer, broker, manufacturer and consultant. Focusing on sustainability, healthy food choices and cooperative work ethic, she is committed to making these values more available in our every day food options.
Jill is the Program Director for the Socially Responsible Business Awards, founded by Golden Temple in 1994. The award is considered one of the foremost industry distinctions, recognizing manufacturers for their commitment to harmonized, heart-centered business models.
Jill also works with The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to planting orchards where the harvest will be significantly beneficial. Recent programs include planting at homeless shelters, rehab centers, Native American reservations, schools and animal sanctuaries.
jill is also a freelance journalist contributing to the world music magazine Global Rhythm, RealitySandwich.com as well as co-founder of InnerContinental.org, a site dedicated to connecting the sounds and taste of earth. Jill pairs organic and natural brands with various concerts and events featuring music from around the globe.
In 2001, Jill completed her yoga teacher certification from the Sivananda School of Hatha Yoga in upstate New York.