Our Team

Robyn Rees
HFC Founder and General Manager, 2014-present

Through her engagement in the local food movement in Montreal and at Concordia University, Robyn became convinced that focusing on building resilient food systems is the key to engaging society in ensuring a liveable future. For the past 8 years she has been dedicated to learning and engaging in all aspects of building sustainable food systems from ecological, social and economic perspectives, at both practical and theoretical levels. She is committed to building networks and communities of knowledge and practice through her role as the general manager of the HFC, and is excited about the potentials for a more resilient Hudson.

Briony Lalor, Director of Programs and Development

Briony joined the HFC team in 2020 as Director of Programs and Development. In her own words, “Food is the great connector! The holistic mission of the HFC couldn’t be more important right now. It holds a vision of the future grounded in reciprocity and respect - for one another and the land," Briony has a BSc in Natural Resource Management and PhD in soil ecology and mine rehabilitation. She has diverse experiences managing natural and social research, policy and community engagement projects. She is passionate about finding ways to facilitate community and ecosystem restoration through knowledge and skill sharing. While not working with the HFC, she serves on the Board of Directors of local non-profit Nature Hudson and Ottawa-based non-profit Evidence 4 Democracy.