About this project
We are producing a new documentary entitled Farmers' Markets: Good for America! which tracks the explosive growth of Farmers' Markets in this country and tells the story of why Americans increasingly seek fresh, healthy, good-tasting food through these flourishing centers of local commerce. We will show four successful Farmers' Markets in four regions of the country during four seasons: Four Stories, Four Regions, Four Seasons. The purpose of this documentary is to raise public awareness of the products, activities and economic benefits available to each community served by a Farmers' Market. We believe Farmers' Markets represent the hope of sustainable agriculture, revitalized local commerce and a new found sense of community. We will show that locally produced, farm-fresh food sold at Farmers' Markets brings nutritional balance and seasonal sustenance to local communities nationwide and in so doing, serve to rebuild local economies and support small farms. The targeted mass audience will be moved to seek out and support what is becoming the best and safest place to buy fresh produce, improve local commerce and meet neighbors - the local Farmers' Market.
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Backers who desire acknowledgment for their contribution will be listed in the film's credits, shown with hyperlinks on the web site and published in marketing materials that support the film. Film showings and lectures will be available for backers who are interested in furthering the food movement and sustainable agriculture. DVD copies of the completed film will be sent to all backers. Additionally, if desired a personalized list of farmers' markets and CSAs close to the backer will be created along with a list of seasonal produce and local farmers.
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Mike Lee began his career in broadcast and business communication as a director/cameraman for the NBC affiliate in Phoenix. He held similar positions at the ABC and the Public Television affiliates in Philadelphia before becoming executive producer at production companies and corporations in Philadelphia and Chicago. Mike has produced over 250 corporate videos and television programs during his 40-year career as a film-maker and corporate communication professional, creating a national public awareness campaign for Vietnam-era veterans for the United States Department of Labor as well as videos for Baxter, Abbott, Chrysler, Allstate, Case, Rockwell, Unisys, Ford, and Alcoa among others. He has directed crews and conducted interviews worldwide with major clients including Hewlett-Packard, Continental Airlines, UPS, Guidant, Suez Lyonnaise des Eaux, and Honeywell. More recently he lead the communication function of one of the largest private pension funds in the country after 16 years with the global HR consulting firm, Hewitt Associates. Writer, photographer, director and interviewer, Mike is known for his artist’s eye and gentle approach. Evidence for his love of fresh fruit and vegetables is visible in his uplifting documentary on healthy lifestyles, A Matter of Choice, ©2003, as well as numerous articles published on his web site www.OnlyatFarmersMarkets.com. Here are a few examples:
* Innovative Ideas Taking Root
* Alive and Strong Boulder Farmers Market – Mecca for Lifestyle and Sustainability
* Intelligence and Perseverance Required
* To Craft or Not to Craft
* Manchester Farmers Market – Urban Celebration of Freshness
Mike resides on fresh-water 500+ acre Long Lake 35 miles northwest of Chicago. He continues his video adventures with the production of promotional videos for small businesses and farmers’ markets. You can follow Mike on his YouTube Channel , Facebook.com and Linkedin.com and he would love to hear from you.
