PUTNEY-As an arts and nonprofit leader in Windham County, I have had the privilege of working alongside Zon Eastes in numerous initiatives aimed at strengthening our community and the creative sector.
Zon's leadership has been instrumental in fostering collaboration across towns and sectors, and I've seen firsthand how he brings people together to create meaningful change.
His ability to blend strategic thinking with an empathetic, community-centered approach is precisely what we need in the Vermont Legislature. His deep commitment to Vernon and Guilford, where he has lived for over 40 years, is matched by his dedication to improving the lives of those around him.
I've witnessed Zon spearhead a state grant to develop a regional Cultural Plan, where his pragmatic leadership is helping align the goals of three towns and the Windham Regional Commission. This kind of collaboration speaks to his unique ability to find common ground and elevate local voices.