Celeste White of St. Helena has spent her life combining thoughtful leadership with a commitment to practical solutions that strengthen families and communities in Napa Valley. From her childhood on a ranch near St. Helena to her current roles as a nonprofit leader and entrepreneur, Celeste has built a legacy grounded in faith, resilience, and genuine care for others.
Early Life and Napa Valley Ties
Celeste White grew up in San Francisco but spent weekends and summers on her family’s vineyards and ranch just outside St. Helena. Those years working with the land shaped her respect for agriculture and her conviction that strong communities thrive when neighbors care for one another and preserve shared traditions.
Today, Celeste White of St. Helena remains devoted to preserving that sense of place through ventures and projects that reflect the spirit of Napa Valley.
Leading Through Thoughtful Dialogue
Celeste White is the founder, President, and Chair of the Board for Lux Forum. This nonprofit thought-leadership organization brings people together for meaningful conversations about faith, gratitude, and purposeful living. Lux Forum’s events invite neighbors and leaders to share ideas that help build stronger, more compassionate communities.
In addition to her work with Lux Forum, Celeste serves on the Board of Trustees at Westmont College in Santa Barbara, where she earned degrees in French and Sociology. Her dedication to education and service continues to shape her approach to leadership and outreach.
Business Ventures With a Purpose
As CEO and owner of Horse Rock Olive Oil, Celeste White celebrates her family’s estate-grown, small-batch olive oil produced on their historic ranch near St. Helena. The brand honors Napa Valley’s agricultural legacy and reflects its commitment to quality, stewardship, and community support.
Celeste also co-founded Stitches Medical, Inc., a company that designs adaptive clothing to help patients maintain comfort and dignity during medical care and recovery. Alongside this, she co-founded Wear Tootles, a specialty line of discreet odor-control clothing that offers practical help for individuals managing intestinal health challenges.
Each of these ventures demonstrates Celeste’s commitment to developing products that blend compassion, innovation, and everyday practicality.
A Commitment to Community Service
For Celeste White of St. Helena, leadership is about service as much as strategy. She served as a U.S. Pony Club District Commissioner for 17 years, mentoring young people through horsemanship and leadership skills. Her commitment to local families and youth extends to her work with the Napa Valley Education Foundation, as well as contributions to organizations such as The Salvation Army, Young Life, Hospice, Queen of the Valley Hospital, and Ag 4 Youth.
Celeste continues to invest her time and resources in projects that strengthen families, support education, and share hope through faith-based outreach.
About St. Helena, California
St. Helena is a welcoming town located in the heart of Napa Valley. Known for its rolling vineyards, historic charm, and small-town warmth, St. Helena combines local traditions with a thriving wine country lifestyle. Families like Celeste White’s have helped maintain St. Helena’s agricultural heritage while embracing fresh ideas that strengthen community ties.
About Napa Valley, California
Napa Valley is one of the world’s premier wine regions, celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes, world-class wineries, and enduring commitment to sustainability. Beyond its vineyards, Napa Valley is a community of families, farmers, and leaders who protect the land’s history while building new opportunities for the next generation.
A Life of Faith and Resilience
Celeste White continues to lead by example, showing how thoughtful ideas, practical solutions, and strong faith can uplift communities and inspire others to do the same. Whether guiding Lux Forum events, nurturing local youth, or expanding family ventures like Horse Rock Olive Oil, Celeste remains true to the same values that shaped her childhood on the ranch — integrity, service, and gratitude.
To learn more about Celeste’s work, visit celestewhite.org or connect with Celeste White on LinkedIn.
