Dr. Sandra M. Matheson is a life-long farmer, educator, filmmaker, writer, speaker, and retired veterinarian. She lives and ranches on a multi-generational farm in Bellingham, Washington, where she runs a cow/calf operation and grass-fed beef and Yak business. Sandra was a participant in the five-year Washington State University IFS Holistic Management Project. She also completed the intensive two-year training to become a Certified Educator and Accredited Consultant/Field Professional in Holistic Management. She is certified as a facilitator.

Sandra has been trained in personal development, leadership, consensus building, public speaking, facilitation ,rural community development, and the holistic approach to management of natural resources, people, and finances. She has worked throughout Washington and the United States presenting, teaching, and facilitating various aspects of agriculture, holistic management, and consensus building.