ABOUT US

TeaFestPDX is more than a festival, it’s a community. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we’re a collective of tea visionaries, small business owners, and dedicated volunteers who believe in the power of tea to bring people together. Since our very first festival in 2017, inspired by the vibrant Northwest Tea Festival in Seattle, we’ve been brewing something uniquely Portland: a celebration of tea culture rooted in connection, education, and joy.

Our vision is simple yet profound: to create space where people of all cultural traditions can gather, learn, and share in the timeless ritual of tea. Whether you’re a lifelong tea lover or just beginning your journey, TeaFestPDX is your invitation to connect, sip, and celebrate.

Meet the Team

Founder, Board Member, Festival Director 2017-2025

Jenn brenner

Jenn's passion for tea and community shapes the festival’s welcoming spirit and celebration of all things tea. Her personal tea journey began while serving as a Peace Corps volunteer in Niger, West Africa, where she discovered how tea fosters relationships and connection. She’s also a devoted green tea lover who continues to find inspiration in every cup.

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Seasoned Teaware Coordinator, Board Member

Dewey Meyer

Dewey is a passionate tea enthusiast, whose journeys through China and Taiwan have deepened her appreciation for global tea traditions. She founded the Wu-Wo Tea Ceremony PNW chapter to foster community, mindfulness, and cultural exchange through shared tea experiences.

Media & Events Coordinator

(Incoming 2026 Festival Director)

Lindsay Wicka

Lindsay is a lifelong lover of botanical beverages. Her curiosity for tea’s diverse origins and delicate nuances has only deepened over time. She is currently studying to become an wellbeing practioner and herbalist. When she’s not running TeaFestPDX’s social media, she brings her love of tea and event planning together as the incoming Festival Director for the 2026 season.

Education Coordinator

Stephanie wilson

Stephanie has been on a journey with tea for nearly 30 years, and for the last 15 has studied Chanoyu, also known as the Japanese Tea Ceremony. Her favorite tea is ever-changing, the tea that suits the day!

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Vendor Coordinator

Eric arthur

Bio coming soon!

British Tea Tent Coordinator

marilyn miller

Marilyn has been connected to tea since a young girl. Over the past 20+ years, she's loved sharing tea, connecting with fellow tea people, and finding stillness through tea meditation.

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Volunteer Coordinator

brandy billingsly

Bio coming soon!

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Board member, Tech Lead/Virtual Classes

David galli

Bio coming soon!

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British Tea Tent Coordinator

stacey weber

Bio coming soon!

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