Peter Beckmann

Peter represents Think Local First on the WSAC. Peter was born and raised in Heidelberg, Germany. After a traditional four-year apprenticeship in the hospitality industry in Austria, Peter lived several years in France and Mexico before settling in California. In November 1985, he founded Beckmann's Old World Bakery, where he currently serves as President on the Board of Directors. His civic engagement includes 8 years on the City of Santa Cruz’s Transportation Commission and a Board position with Think Local First, where he has served as co-chair since 2007. Peter's academic career includes an AA from Cabrillo College, two BAs in Philosophy and International Economics from UCSC, and two semesters of graduate studies in Economics. Peter is a novice beekeeper, an enthusiastic gardener, and his favorite place to hang out is in the high Sierras. He has also been seen playing carols on his accordion in his neighborhood around the Holidays.