the heart of our company

BETTERMAKER

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Our people work not only to make delicious dairy, but to make the world a little better every day.

We come together each day in Websterville, Vermont around a shared mission to make dairy that tastes better because it’s made better – made with care for each other and our communities, and with a passion for creating a positive impact. Our Bettermaker’s talent is tasted in our products and enjoyed across tables nationwide.

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CULTURE IS NOT ONLY IN OUR CHEESE, IT IS WHAT MAKES US WHO WE ARE.

WE BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF GOOD FOOD
to enhance lives.
Everyone who makes our product should enjoy our product on their tables, and all employees receive free cheese and butter.
WE VALUE OUR CONNECTION
to land, craft, and each other.
We enjoy good food as a part of a wholesome lifestyle. Wellbeing of mind and body is an important value within our business.
WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE,
always lending a helping hand.
We are dedicated to helping each person thrive both at work and in their life.
WE CHASE POSSIBILITY
and encourage can-do thinking, exploration, and creative problem solving
We celebrate wins because each one is a hard-earned victory. We have pride in our product and passion for our work.

OUR TEAM

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are THE HEART BEHIND OUR POSITIVE IMPACT

OUR TEAM

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are DEDICATED TO MAKING THE MOST DELICIOUS CHEESE AND BUTTER

OUR TEAM

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are A community where people thrive both in and outside of work

get to know

OUR PEOPLE

MEET THE PRESIDENT

ADELINE DRUART

“With growth comes the responsibility to use each decision as an opportunity to make a positive impact.”

A foodie by nature and an artisan cheesemaker by trade, Adeline Druart is president of Vermont Creamery. Adeline joined Vermont Creamery as an intern in 2002 from the prestigious National Dairy School in her native France. Under the mentorship of Creamery co-founders Allison Hooper and Bob Reese, Adeline built a career and a home in Vermont, where she met her husband and fellow French cheesemaker, Marc. When she’s not behind her desk at the creamery, Adeline is at home with her two young sons, hosting friends for dinner, or on the hunt for fresh vegetables and pastries at the local Montpelier farmer’s market.

MEET THE MAKER CANDRA CREAMERY SUPERVISOR “I’m passionate about proving that there isn’t a stereotypical woman in the workplace.” With a deep professional history in cheesemaking and farming, Candra’s passion for her work is palpable.

MEET THE MAKER MATT DIRECTOR OF FINANCE “I am drawn to companies that care about community, environment and their people. Vermont Creamery is certainly one of those places.” Matt grew up at Vermont Creamery; as the second son of our co-founder, Bob Reese, Matt is always looking to the future, thanks to his deep understanding of our history.

MEET THE MAKER LEA FRESH CHEESE PRODUCER “I believe in treating people with kindness above all, and that’s a given here.” Lea is a fresh cheese producer at Vermont Creamery. Every day she works on the line to craft the finest fresh goat cheese logs, créme fraîche and mascarpone. Her passion is evident in everything her hands touch.

Meet the maker Gena Aged Cheese Lead “Never assume you know what a woman is capable of - when I joined, people probably thought, she can’t lift 80 pound cheese bags. That was the furthest thing from the truth.” Gena is our aged cheese team lead, ensuring our flagship aged cheeses are crafted to perfection She’s an integral part of our operation, working tirelessly to shepard our products into the marketplace every day.

Meet the maker Chris Plant Manager Vermont Creamery has always treated people right, on a human level.” Chris is our Creamery Supervisor, taking the helm of our production facilities and overseeing our Bettermakers that make it happen every day.

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