Martha joined Gulf Coast Community Foundation in October 2023. As Controller, Martha collaborates with all teams to ensure Gulf Coast operates at peak efficiency on all financial aspects while maintaining the highest level on internal controls. Prior to joining Gulf Coast, Martha spent most of her career in non-profit accounting. Martha holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting Information Systems from the University of West Florida. Overcoming food insecurity and environmental issues are Martha’s passions. When not working, she enjoys farming and tending the chickens at Benison Farm, the urban farm she founded in 2018.