Staff

Executive Director

Our director has been guiding the ministry at Harvey Cedars with a wealth of knowledge and experience since 1995. Jon leads by example with a true heart for God.

Philippians 1:4

Guest Services Director

Lynn manages our guest service department and heads up the office and housekeeping teams. She enjoys theological conversations and life by the sea.

Ezra 7:10

Retreat Coordinator

Laura enjoys helping our guests plan their upcoming retreats. She serves with a warm smile and her joy of the Lord.

Psalm 91

Event Reservations

Dawn handles our reservations and staff pay matters. She’s a local to Long Beach Island and enjoys the occasional trip to Florida in the winter.

Matthew 7:12

Guest Services

Josh assists with retreat planning and manages the setup of meeting spaces and technology. He also uses his love for music in leading worship in the summer.

Philippians 1:6

Bookkeeper

Marla, a certified public accountant, handles all our financial dealings and bookkeeping. She is also an accomplished musician who often leads worship with her husband Ben.

Proverbs 3:5-6

Guest Services

Chris, a graduate of the Waypoint program, helps with guest services, manages our website and social media pages, and creates content for brochures and newsletters. He loves watching the sunset on the bay.

1 John 3:1

Videographer

Maria produces and edits video content for our website, social media, email updates, and displays around the conference. She also has her own local photo and video business.

Proverbs 3:5-6

Ministry Advancement

Jerry acquaints churches and parachurch organizations to utilize the wonderful facilities at Harvey Cedars. He also assists with marketing and development.

Proverbs 3:5-6

Food Services Director

Michael oversees the food service department and handles staff scheduling. He’s a local to Long Beach Island and enjoys raising his family in the same area where he grew up.

Colossians 3:2-3

Food Services Assistant

Matthew, a graduate of the Waypoint program, is responsible for preparing delicious meals and kitchen organization. He has been enjoying Harvey Cedars both as a guest and staff for nearly twenty years.

Ephesians 2:1-10

Food Services Assistant

Derek, a graduate of the Waypoint program, has a passion for cooking that is evident to everyone who meets him.

Isaiah 40:31

Food Services Assistant

Sharon has been faithfully serving at Harvey Cedars for over four decades. Her stories are enjoyed by staff and guests alike.

John 3:16

Amenities Lead

Rebekah, a graduate of the Waypoint program, oversees our snack shops and cafe. She loves music and hopes to own a coffee shop one day.

1 Peter 1:5-9

Renovations & Maintenance

Randall works on projects that refresh and upgrade our facilities. He loves hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family.

2 Samuel 24:24

Housekeeping Supervisor

Angie supervises housekeeping duties that ensure clean facilities. She has been part of the Harvey Cedars family for over ten years and loves interacting with the people she serves and works with.

Luke 1:45

Housekeeping Supervisor

Shannon supervises housekeeping duties that ensure clean facilities. Her competitive spirit can be found on the pickleball court.

Hebrews 12:1-2

Housekeeping

Lu, a graduate of the Waypoint program, assists with housekeeping and cleaning of conference facilities. She has a talent for art and is training to be a masseuse.

Housekeeping

Gerette works hard to ensure rooms and meeting spaces are spotless and sanitary. She loves Jesus, fitness, and spending time with her husband John, their kids, grandkids, and three puppies.

Psalm 46:10

Summer Staff Coordinator
Waypoint Guys’ Mentor

Michael is passionate about relational counseling. He disciples the young men in the Waypoint program and leads the Summer Staff program. He is a biblical counselor who also enjoys spending time working out in the gym.

1 Timothy 4:7-8

Waypoint Girls’ Mentor

Kimberly leads and disciples the young ladies in the Waypoint program. She enjoys helping them reach their full potential and grow in their relationship with Christ.

Romans 12:2