Market Manager
Melissa
Melissa Waldron has always been a passionate employee for Souto Farms. She's worked with us for over a decade, and we couldn't be happier! Melissa's favorite fruits consist of pink lady apples, peaches and all of our sold berries.
Melissa completed a 2 year Architectural Technology program through Nait and has been working in her field through a firm in Red Deer. Aside from this, Melissa is now a wonderful mother of 3 kids!
Melissa continues to show dedication and hard work with Souto Farms as she runs two busy markets on Saturday in Rimbey and Bentley. Her entire family assists with her route as they pick up in Airdrie and run both markets on Saturday.
We are extremely happy to have Melissa back with us for another anticipated season.
Market Manager
Lester
Lester, Melissa’s brother, has known the Soutos for many years! During the summer, he and his sister take turns running our Rimbey and Bentley markets on Saturdays.
Outside of the markets, Lester enjoys spending time outdoors on his land, working as a driver in the logging industry, and hanging out with his adorable dogs, family, and wife.
Market Manager
Ashlie
Ashlie was a loyal customer before she first joined our team in 2019, and and is now returning for her fifth season with us and her third year as a market manager! Ashlie doesn't have a favourite fruit - she loves all of it! She's a mother, a nurse, and an incredible friend to the Souto's.
Ashlie is kind, caring, and ever so passionate! She is always eager to learn about our products, and trying them out in yummy new recipes. Ashlie truly loves her customers, and overflows with joy and compassion. We're so happy to have Ashlie working for us again this summer!
Market Manager
Gary
Gary has been Alvin’s right hand man in the Red Deer area for the last 10 years. A fisherman by trade, Gary’s passion towards Souto Farms is at the top of our list.
You’ll always find Gary cracking a joke at markets and keeping customers laughing.
We are so happy to have him apart of our team.
Manager at Souto Farms Local Market
Julianne
Julianne has been with us since the very first summer our store opened in 2021! She thrives on the excitement of event days, always diving into the bustle with energy and enthusiasm. You’ll often find her creating eye-catching displays, connecting with customers, and constantly looking for ways to make the store even better. Kind, considerate, and a true joy to be around, Julianne brightens our store every day.
She’s also a full-time architecture student at Laval University in Quebec, and when she’s not working or studying, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends.
Market Manager
Kaitlin
Kaitlin has been part of the Souto Farms team since 2022. In the summer, you’ll find her running our outdoor farmers’ markets, while in the spring and fall, she manages our store location. She’s always lending a hand wherever it’s needed—whether that’s making deliveries, helping with events, prepping for markets, or filling in wherever the team needs support.
Outside of farm life, Kaitlin works as a pharmacy assistant in Calgary. She’s passionate, fun, and loves building meaningful connections with everyone around her. In her free time, she enjoys hosting salsa-making, canning, and pickling parties with the team.
Market Manager
Marly
Marly first joined Souto Farms in 2019 and has been a valued member of our team ever since. She is always one of the first to show up with kindness and enthusiasm, bringing positive energy and a strong team spirit to everything she does. Marly loves working alongside the whole team and helping create the welcoming atmosphere that Souto Farms is known for.
Market Manager & Store manager
Bryn
Bryn started working for Souto farms in 2019 while she was in high school. Bryn is one of those people who instantly brightens the day. She always shows up with a big smile, ready to jump in and learn something new. Not only is she an amazing team member, but she’s also a seriously talented baker—so don’t be surprised if everyone suddenly gathers when her treats appear (they never last long!). Bryn brings great energy, lots of laughs, and is truly such a joy to have on the team. Her favourite fruit she can’t stop eating all summer is nectarines, and a close second would have to be blueberries! Bryn graduated in 2025 from St. Francis Xavier University where she completed a health degree majoring in biomedical science. With that foundation, she is actively pursuing a career in occupational therapy and plan to start her masters degree this fall.
Market Manager
Angie
Angie joined Souto Farms in 2022 while still in high school, and she has been an incredible part of our team ever since. She’s always ready to lend a hand in any way, bringing a confident, positive energy that makes her such a joy to be around.
Now part of the Class of 2026, Angie plans to pursue X-ray technology at SAIT. Her favourite fruit is fresh strawberries—after trying ours, she says there’s simply no comparison!
On her days off, you can find Angie spending time with her family or enjoying walks with her dog. We’re so lucky to have her as part of the Souto Farms team!
