Oakes Farms, Seed to Table

?? Employee Spotlight: Brenda Boyd ?? Say hello to Brenda Boyd, one of our amazing Deli Associates at Seed to Table! ????? Brenda has been part of our team since early 2024, bringing her Midwestern charm all the way from Indiana ????. Her warm personality and dedication make her a true standout in our deli! When she’s not serving up delicious eats, Brenda loves spending quality time with her family ??—it’s her favorite way to relax and make memories! Stop by the deli and say hello to Brenda! She’s always ready with a smile and great service! ????

?? Employee Spotlight: Zack Gleason ?? Here at Seed to Table, we are fortunate to have team members who work hard behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly—and Zack Gleason is a perfect example! Zack has been part of the Seed to Table family for 4 years as a Receiver, making sure our products are delivered, stocked, and ready for our customers every day ?? . He is an essential part of our operations team. Zack is originally from Fort Myers, and when he’s not at Seed to Table, he’s passionate about turtles and cars! Zack always brings something unique to the team. ???? Zack, thank you for your hard work and dedication over the past 4 years! We appreciate everything you do to make Seed to Table a success. If you catch Zack running around, be sure to say hi!

?? Employee Spotlight: David Appleby ?? Here at Seed to Table we are lucky to have team members who bring energy, positivity, and dedication to everything they do—and David Appleby is the perfect example! David is one of our amazing grocery baggers, and if you’ve met him, you know he’s always smiling and ready to give you a big thumbs up ??. His enthusiasm is contagious! But did you know? David is also an avid bowler and a walking champion—literally! He tracks his steps daily and consistently walks over 35,000 steps a day. Talk about dedication! ??David, thank you for being such a bright light here at Seed to Table. We appreciate all that you do! If you see David, be sure to say hi (and maybe challenge him to a step competition ??).

???? A Night to Remember at Seed to Table ???? Last week, we came together, not just as customers, but Americans— united by freedom, community, and patriotism. The energy was electric, the conversations were inspiring, and the love for this country was stronger than ever. From the live music to the amazing food and drinks, we celebrated what makes America great: the right to gather, speak freely, and enjoy the company of like-minded people.? Everyone who joined us— thank you for making the day unforgettable. Those who couldn’t make it, don’t worry— there’s always another celebration right around the corner!!? Here’s to freedom, community, and American spirit!???????????

??Employee Spotlight: Christina Villalpando?? Meet Christina Villalpando, one of the talented Bakery Prep Cooks on our Seed to Table team! ??Christina has been with us for five years and brings her passion for baking to every delicious creation she makes. Christina is originally from Mexico ????, and when she’s not hard at work, she enjoys baking pies—her favorite is classic apple pie! ?? Christina also loves crafting cookies ??, cakes ??, and her specialty, apricot scones. ????? Her dedication and creativity add a sweet touch to everything she does, and we’re so grateful to have her on our team! ??

???Employee Spotlight: Alex Hsu??? Alex Hsu, a dedicated sous chef at Seed to Table ???, has been bringing his culinary expertise to the team for a year. Born and raised in Naples, Florida ??, Alex takes pride in his Taiwanese heritage ????, which inspires his passion for food and culture. Fluent in English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese ???, he seamlessly connects with a diverse range of people, adding a unique flavor to the Seed to Table family. Alex’s favorite part of his role is the vibrant and supportive environment the store fosters ??, where both colleagues and customers create a sense of community that he deeply values.

??Step into the Holiday Magic at Seed to Table!?? We’re delighted to present our 5th Annual Gingerbread House—a festive masterpiece made with love, creativity, and our signature in-house icing. ??Each piece is carefully crafted and held together by individually placed candies, ?? making it a true labor of holiday joy. ?? Come on in to see this incredible display for yourself and feel the warmth of the season with us. From all of us at Seed to Table, we wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas and a holiday season filled with joy, peace, and love. ???

??Employee Spotlight: Anisley Rodriguez?? Meet Anisley Prat Rodriguez! Originally from Cuba ????, has been a valued member of the Seed to Table family since 2016 ??. As our dedicated Produce Lead ????, Ani combines her talent and enthusiasm to create beautifully arranged fruit and veggie platters ???? that delight our customers every day. Her favorite part of working at Seed to Table is being part of a team that’s not only supportive but also truly feels like family ??. Ani’s warmth and care shine through in every interaction, bringing smiles to our community ??. Thank you, Ani, for your hard work and for all you do to make Seed to Table feel like home! ??

?? Seed to Table x Immokalee Technical College Pumpkin Carving Contest! ?? We had a fantastic time visiting Immokalee Technical College to cheer on some incredibly talented students in their annual pumpkin carving contest! ????? Seed to Table has proudly partnered with iTech for years now, supporting their amazing programs and providing opportunities for students to work with us. Seeing their creativity and enthusiasm in action was truly inspiring! ???? A big thank you to all the participants—you made the day unforgettable! ?? And congratulations to the winners for their outstanding work ????. We’re grateful for our partnership with iTech and look forward to more events like this! ??#SeedToTable #CommunitySupport #PumpkinCarving #ImmokaleeTech ??

??Employee Spotlight: Elena Jaekel?? Elena Jaeckel, one of our valued wine associates ?? at Seed to Table in Naples, Florida, brings warmth and positivity to everything she does. Originally from Connecticut, Elena greets every customer with a welcoming smile ??, creating a friendly and relaxed shopping experience. She enjoys the lively atmosphere ?? at Seed to Table and the strong sense of community she shares with her coworkers. Whether she’s guiding customers through wine selections ?? or offering a kind greeting, Elena's passion for excellent service always stands out. Thank you, Elena, for your dedication and the energy you bring to our team each day! ??