About Tara
I am a…
Entrepreneur, Environmentalist, Explorer, Foodie, Idea generator, Investor, Marketer, Philanthropist, Photographer, World traveler
I'm passionate about
Food, wine, travel, family, friends, the environment, organics, helping children, community service, entrepreneur, public education, smart people, smart conversation, bright ideas and dogs.
An idea worth spreading
Selamta is an oprhanage alternative, and the prototype was established in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia in 2005. The family envrironment is now home to 100 children, and has been an exceptional success story.
The basic concept is this: provide children with stable, loving homes. Provide necessary basics, and provide solid education. Children flouish.
More on this soon....(when I have more time).
Areas of expertise
Green Business, Wine
The TED story
TED 2009 is my frist! Very excited to attend. I have participated in Renaissance Weekend for several years.
Things you might not know
I love to fool around with photography. I'm not great but I enjoy it. I am a certified sommelier and can smell corkage a mile away (important skill in the wine industry!), compassionate to a fault!