Ricardo Zapata
Position: Trustee
Term Ends: 12/31/25
Ricardo is Director of Operations for Fisherman’s Mark, where he oversees all pantry operations, manages the volunteer program, and coordinates outreach to program participants. He brings his community-outreach skills to his position as a trustee, playing a vital role in ensuring that library services and offerings reach all Lambertville residents. Ricardo holds a BA in Psychology from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Cali, Colombia, the country of his birth. He is certified as both a court-appointed special advocate for children and a United Way translator VITA volunteer. He has worked with several nonprofits in Central and South America, has experience in corporate training, and has a deep knowledge of Latin culture.
As a Colombian, I cannot overlook One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez—it’s my favorite book. I have read this book at different stages of my life, and, with each reading, I discover something new. Currently, I’m enjoying a captivating adaptation of the book on Netflix. I also admire the works of Mario Vargas Llosa and Milan Kundera.
