I’ve lived in Camas for 35 years, and have tremendous appreciation for the “small town” feel we are able to maintain even though our citizenship has grown markedly during that time. I was elected to the Camas City Council and joined the team on January 1, 2022. Through my roles with the Camas School District, and our City, I bring the perspective of the parents, students and Council Members to the DCA, helping to ensure our programming addresses both the needs and desires of our community.

DCA Liaison to the City of Camas
Retired, but always seeking Kaizen. Randy has a background in Land Use Planning, Project Management and Organizational Development. Randy previously served as chairperson of the Camas Parks & Recreation Commission and has served on several city committees.

Sarah has spent her 25+ year career in Human Resources working in diverse business sectors as healthcare, higher education, apparel, and banking. Sarah works in downtown Camas for Fuel Medical Group, a company devoted to supporting the business side of ENT and Audiology practices so that they can focus on patient care in their community. Fun Fact: Sarah also spent 5 years in the Air Force working on fighter jets.

Debbi has lived in the Camas area for 26 years. Her 3 children were raised and went to school in Camas and she has a passion for Camas. She is a local CPA, and financial advisor, that brings many aspects of business and family knowledge to the board.

I started as a Crown Zellerbach employee and spent the last 25 years at the Camas Mill. Always a supporter of downtown as the heart of Camas, I have been proud to serve as an active board member since 2009, currently Design committee chair. The strong partnerships and community spirit towards creating a vibrant downtown are easy to see when you spend time here, whether shopping and dining or attending a wonderful event.

Shawn started Fuel Medical Group in 2009.  Since its inception, Fuel has established itself as one of the top “100 Fastest Growing Private Companies” in Oregon and SW Washington and was recently honored with the prestigious Lighthouse Award for being in that group five years in a row.  Fuel currently employs over 100 staff members and continues to have record breaking years.  Shawn got his start as the Sales Manager for Sonus USA, Inc. where he managed their Inside Sales Team.  He went on to become the Senior Director of Operations at Amplifon, Inc. where he was responsible for the day-to-day operations of three corporate divisions and managed a combined budget of $60 Million in revenue from 200 locations and 350+ employees. Shawn’s most recent venture was the opening of Grains of Wrath Brewing in Camas, WA and Portland, OR. This craft brewery has created hundreds of different beers and has won several awards both locally and nationally. Grains of Wrath is currently constructing a new brewing facility in Washougal, WA and looks forward to significantly increasing their production. Outside of work, Shawn loves spending time with wife Hilary and three teenage sons.

Hello, I’m April Berlin, the Project Manager at US Bank. I bring a proven track record of overseeing complex IT projects, offering a wealth of experience to our team. My collaborative approach ensures smooth execution within the bank, aligning with our broader mission of being a positive force in the community. My dedication to a vibrant Main Street reflects my commitment to building a thriving and interconnected community. I’m honored to contribute to our organization and the community we serve.

Grant Gilson, deeply rooted in Camas, is a dedicated professional with a strong bond to the city’s history. Currently serving as Assistant Director at Coastal Conservation Association Washington since December 2023, Grant’s journey includes impactful roles like Communications Manager at ESD112 and Marketing & Development Manager at E.O.C.F. Beyond his professional endeavors, Grant actively engages with the community. He serves as PTO President at Liberty Middle School and held various positions within the Camas Educational Foundation. Grant co-founded the Apple Cup Food Fight and contributed as a Board of Director Liaison at E.O.C.F. His commitment to professional growth and community involvement reflects his deep connection to the vibrant fabric of Camas.

I have worked in Downtown Camas since 2011 and I love being a part of this supportive community. I am the Community Relations Manager at Caffe Piccolo and I teach Yoga at LiveWell Camas, also in downtown. My daughter is in the Camas School District, so I have a unique perspective as a young parent. I care passionately about creating a lively, welcoming, and fun downtown atmosphere!

I’m a lifelong City of Camas resident. I grew up here and graduated from Camas High School. I love this community, so I made my permanent home here. After graduating from Washington State University—Pullman with a bachelor’s degree in political science, I returned to Camas. I met my husband, Jim Senescu, and we’ve been married for 22 years. We’re raising our family here because we love being part of this community. Our son, Connor, is a graduate of Camas High School.

I serve as Executive Director of the Camas-Washougal Chamber of Commerce. It’s an honor to serve the businesses in our community and advocate on their behalf.

Kelly (KO) O’Rourke is the Camas High School principal. She retired July 2022 from the fifth largest school district in the country, Clark County School District in Las Vegas, NV after 25 years of service. During her tenure in Las Vegas, she served as a secondary mathematics teacher, an elementary school principal, a middle school principal, a high school principal and an assistant superintendent. She is thrilled to be serving the community of Camas as the Papermaker principal and is dedicated to maintaining the rich traditions while enhancing the academic and social culture of Camas High School.

I am currently the Mayor of the City of Camas. Prior to elected office, I worked as a senior manager in industrial manufacturing and distribution industries. I enjoy volunteering in nonprofit organizations and serving on the Columbia River Economic Development Council Board of Directors.

I was appointed City of Camas Community Development Director in December 2022. I have 12 years of experience in local government, including seven years in Skamania County, Washington where I served as Assistant Planning Director and Community Development Director. Previously, I also worked in planning for Provo, Utah, and Bluffdale, Utah.

I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Geography from Brigham Young University and am a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners. Originally from Chicago, I now live in Camas with his wife and daughter and enjoy spending my workdays and weekends in Downtown Camas.

I opened a small business called The Uncommon Gift in Downtown Camas in 2004 and quickly caught the community development bug! I was on the founding DCA Board in 2009 and have been the Executive Director since 2014. I absolutely love the transformation that has happened in Downtown Camas, and I’m empowered by working with others and creating change in our community. I also sit on our Camas Farmer’s Market Board and appreciate the opportunity to increase food access, health education and chances to meaningfully connect in our town.

Jan has lived in Camas for nine years with her husband and two sons and has loved every minute of it. She has been involved in nonprofit work for 25+ years and currently serves as the DCA Marketing & Volunteer Coordinator. Jan and her family enjoy working, living and being a part of the amazing Camas community!
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Leah Nichelson
Event and Project Manager, promotions@downtowncamas.com
I’m a lifetime Camas/Washougal resident who started my career in Downtown Camas in 2020 as a staff member at the Camas Farmer’s Market. Prior to that, I worked as a chef, and my passion for equity and food access for all led me to look for work with nonprofits. I was invited to join the DCA staff in 2022 after contracting with them to manage vendors at the Camas Plant and Garden Fair. I love the work, the friendship, the community, and the costumes! I’m grateful for my role with the DCA, and I look forward to working with the board and staff to continue the growth and development they’ve worked so hard to establish.
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