MEGHAN THOMPSON PAYNE

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Meghan joined the team in 2020 as the Operations Manager, bringing invaluable knowledge from her diverse professional background. Her experience with corporate administration and accounting in the finance industry, running a landscaping business, non-profit development roles, and working in the wine industry, provides her with valuable insights into business operations that she applies seamlessly in her role at Upright. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Horticultural Science from Cal Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo, with a double minor in Wine and Viticulture and Residential Landscape Design.

Beyond her professional role, Meghan stays actively engaged in her community through volunteering and enjoys frequent trips to Tahoe, where she skis in winter and hikes in the warmer months. As a proud mother of two, she cherishes family time and has a passion for travel, embracing the beauty and diversity of the world. Running Upright with her partner, Austin, Meghan looks forward to the future and is excited about what lies ahead for the company.