About
About InterMountain Foundation
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Intermountain Foundation, formerly JAKT, is a Washington nonprofit dedicated to strengthening community through food, drink, music, and culture. We create meaningful, place-based experiences that celebrate Northwest talent and traditions—producing a regional TV show, hosting three signature culinary events, and operating a weekly summer farmers market.
Meet our team >
Adam Hegsted
Board Member
President
Throughout his career, Hegsted has earned national and international acclaim. He’s been named one of the nation’s top chefs by BestChefAmerica.com, received the National Beef Council’s Innovator of the Year award, appeared on Catalyst Magazine’s Top 50 Most Powerful People list, and earned United Fresh’s National Innovator Award. Above all, he remains dedicated to elevating the Inland Northwest’s culinary community.
Rob Holman
Board Member
Vice President
Rob began his career in the late 1990s working in what was then the powerhouse of media: the newspaper industry. Since then, he’s produced more than 200 local broadcast TV programs and supported hundreds of businesses in reaching their marketing objectives.
His marketing philosophy blends the most effective traditional and digital strategies to align with each client’s budget and goals. Rob’s primary focus is ensuring our work delivers clear, measurable results, on schedule and within budget.
Rachael Ludwick
Staff
Executive Director
Rachael Ludwick is an accomplished event manager for Crave! Food & Drink Celebration, overseeing productions in Spokane Valley, Billings, and Lynnwood. Known for her seamless execution, creativity, and ability to elevate large-scale culinary experiences, she plays a key role in shaping Crave!’s dynamic presence across the Northwest.
Beyond her work with Crave!, Rachael serves as the Executive Director of the Intermountain Foundation, where she leads philanthropic initiatives, community partnerships, and strategic development efforts that strengthen regional communities.
Our Mission
Our mission is to celebrate the culinary talents of chefs, tastemakers, artisans, and the rich food and drink culture of the Pacific & Inland Northwest while elevating the stories that make this region a destination. Through Crave! TV and our immersive food festivals, we provide a platform for chefs, beverage makers, artisans, farmers, and producers to showcase their craft and the diversity and sustainability of local ingredients.
By sharing regional food stories both on screen and in person, we help drive culinary tourism, support local businesses, and strengthen community connections. Our work fosters a deeper appreciation for the culinary arts, uplifts local voices, and creates unforgettable experiences—celebrating the vibrant food cultures that make each Northwest region truly unique
