Cheryl has lived in Nicaragua since March 1995 and has worked in various church and organizational programs. Based on that experience, she started Project Chacocente in January 2003, buying 40 acres of farmland with her retirement savings.
Before coming to Nicaragua, Cheryl managed her own business for 12 years producing publications for high-tech and financial companies. Previously, she held management and editorial positions in high-tech companies.
Cheryl got married in 2007 to Esdras Salazar of Costa Rica, who volunteers at Chacocente.
Likes: Hiking, swimming, Bible studies, writing, photography.
Quote: "I've traveled all over the world and never met more hospitable people than the Nicaraguans."
Favorite Bible verse: "I desire love [mercy], not sacrifice." (Matthew 9:13)
