Our staff are committed to ensuring that your stay is as comfortable, relaxing, and refreshing as possible. 

Our  team includes:

Jeff Carlsen - Executive Director
Jeff joined the conference center staff in 1983 as program manager.  In 1996, he assumed the position of executive director.  Jeff is an avid sports fan who enjoys playing sports and cheering our local teams.  Jeff and his wife Jean have two children, Adam and Erin who are both graduates of George Fox University and currently live and work in Cannon Beach.

Janet Kerns - Program Manager
Janet Kerns started at the conference center in 1982 and has been serving as program manager since 1996.  Prior to her current position, Janet developed our children's program and retreat department.  In her spare time, Janet enjoys cheering for the Seahawks.

In addition to Jeff and Janet, our staff includes more than fifty full-time staff who are committed to providing the opportunity for our guests to experience spiritual refreshment in a setting free from the distractions of every-day life.