Candace Ledesma

Candace Ledesma has a diverse professional background, currently serving as a Science Teacher at Hollister School District since August 2020. Candace is also the Owner of Eucalyptus Ranch since January 2000. Previous roles include Executive Director at the Castroville Artichoke Festival from January 2019 to February 2020, Tasting Room Associate at Calera Wine Company from June 2016 to January 2018, and Intern at the City of Pacific Grove from January 2016 to May 2017. Additionally, Candace worked as a Private Tutor at CSUMB from May 2014 to 2017 and served as Assistant Tasting Room Manager at Sycamore Creek Vineyards and Winery from June 2013 to October 2015. Candace holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration from California State University, Monterey Bay, and an Associate’s Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Gavilan Community College.