Episode 22: Farmers Markets, Creating Opportunities, and Getting Involved with Sarah Dylan-Jensen

Hi everyone! Thanks for tuning-in today for a new episode of Entrepreneur Mindset-Reset, THE podcast where entrepreneurs just like you and me share how they master their mindset to overcome obstacles to their success.

In today’s episode, I am so excited to speak with with the brilliant and creative Sarah Dylan-Jensen of Mockingjay Press and the Snohomish County Farmers Markets, AND Washington State, Oregon and Idaho Farmers Market Associations. She’s basically the maven of the Pacific Northwest Farmers Markets.

Sarah’s journey from the fashion world to farmers markets is quite remarkable, and seemingly happened by accident. But as you and I know, nothing happens by accident. Her drive, organization, ability to make things happen, and deep connection to her community all brought her to where she is now. 

If you’ve ever been to your local farmers market, you may have noticed that the prices are generally higher than your average grocery store. This can be prohibitively expensive for people who fall below a living wage. You’ll hear in our conversation that Sarah’s passion and commitment to her community, particularly for those who are underrepresented and underserved, is very touching, and her advocacy, combined with local government action and funding, is supporting all people to get healthy, fresh food on their tables, regardless of income.   

Sarah shares her best tips on how to get involved and engage in your community. The first tip is to pull the bandaid off and just engage. For you introverts, start with one person; you might be surprised how quickly you build your network and grow your community. Listen, take notes, and also make note that while we were talking, Sarah’s ever-entrepreneurial spirit just may have sparked another business idea to meet the need to make another “her” so she can continue to support the Farmers Markets.

So, grab a beverage or a snack and settle-in to listen to Sarah and her amazing journey.

Sarah’s Bio:

After working 10+ years in the fashion design industry, Sarah decided it was time to move towards smaller, more localized business and away from the drama of corporate life. 

Sarah created Mockingjay Press in 2013 with the dream of bringing desire back to small-town shopping. In this social media outlet, she helps bring awareness & insight to supporting small, local shops & businesses. Through curated connections in the community she became the Snohomish Farmers Market Manager in 2015. Sarah now handles 3 large Snohomish County markets and handles the social media, graphic & web design for all, along with her steadfast client list. 

Sarah has been a featured speaker at the 2019, 2020 & 2021 WSFMA conference, the Alaska Farmers Market conference and the 2018 Women in Business conference. 

Where to find Sarah:

Website: https://www.mockingjaypress.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mockingjaypress/?hl=en 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-dylan-jensen-196b962b/ 

Find Your Local Farmer’s Market:

https://www.ams.usda.gov/local-food-directories/farmersmarkets