Hi, I’m Tristan—author, father, and elected leader immersed in life at Quill Nook Farm, my farm in Halifax, Vermont.
“Tristan has a way of bringing out the best in others.”
– Alex Spilger, real-estate executive “Tristan’s talk was heartfelt and soulful.”
– Ashley Colby, sociologist “Tristan leads with deep authenticity.”
– Lindsay James, manufacturing innovator
– Alex Spilger, real-estate executive “Tristan’s talk was heartfelt and soulful.”
– Ashley Colby, sociologist “Tristan leads with deep authenticity.”
– Lindsay James, manufacturing innovator
“Tristan has a way of bringing out the best in others.”
– Alex Spilger, real-estate executive
“Tristan’s talk was heartfelt and soulful.”
– Ashley Colby, sociologist
“Tristan leads with deep authenticity.”
– Lindsay James, manufacturing innovator
“I love Tristan’s vulnerability and openness and it makes me wonder about a lot of things.”
— Greg Nelson, Ph.D., University of Maine
“You want Tristan on your team. And you want to be on his team.”
— Jim Newman, founder, Linnean Solutions
What people are saying
“Tristan is willing to push hard for meaningful insights and important distinctions. The green building movement is made stronger by his watchful eye and discerning character.”
— Jason F. McLennan – Founder, Living Building Challenge
“Tristan's courageous commitment to disclose his journey with honesty, including triumph and suffering, encourages readers to pause, reflect, and heighten their own awareness of their external and internal landscapes. This Spot on Earth has deepened my connection with nature and self.”
— Lindsay James – Principal, Chrysalis Strategies; Biomimicry Professor, Arizona State University
“Tristan makes everyone around him smarter with great questions, well-considered feedback, and generous encouragement.”
