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Co-Serve is grateful for its partnership with the following organizations: Center for Sharing Center for Servant Leadership at Marylhurst University Warner Pacific College Concordia University Portland Northwest Nazarene University Co-Serve International P.O. Box 40567 Portland, OR 97240 USA Phone: (503) 766-4925 E-mail: info@co-serve.org |
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 Dr. Marshall Christensen, Leadership Team Member. Marshall has dedicated his career to higher education and helping students prepare for life. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Oregon and he was a Fulbright Scholar at the University of Heidelberg, Germany. He worked for 15 years as the president of Warner Pacific College in Portland, Oregon. He is a professor of history and the international provost for the Kazakh-American Free University in Kazakhstan. Dr. Daniel Ballast, Leadership Team Member. For twelve years, Dan helped to develop international higher education as vice-president of the Kazakh-American Free University in Kazakhstan. He now lives with his family in the Philippines, where he helps to direct Co-Serve's programs around the world. Lars Peterson, Director of Teaching Abroad Programs. Lars has had significant experience working in education and with youth throughout his career. Lars has a Bachelor's degree in Physics and Education and a Master's of Theology degree. As the Director of Teaching Abroad Programs, Lars helps to recruit and prepare teachers for international teaching assignments. Lars also works with the the International Technical Assistance Group, where he assists with training programs. Lis Saunders, Administrative Assistant. Lis works part-time with Co-Serve, handling numerous administrative tasks for the organization in Portland, Oregon. Lis works as a Senior Executive and Board Assistant at Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance. She also volunteers with a variety of Portland, Oregon based non-profits. In addition to these staff, Co-Serve carries out its programs with the help of numerous partners and volunteers in the USA and around the world.
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 Geoff Guilfoy, Chair. Geoff is a principal at AKT LLP where he directs the company's Public Sector Division and management consulting services. Prior to joining AKT, Geoff served in executive management positions in Oregon State government for 17 years. Geoff is also an Executive Professor at Willamette University's Atkinson Graduate School of Management. Michael Marsh, Vice-Chair. Mike has served for over 30 years in Oregon government. He now consults and assists state and local governments with accountable, citizen-focused financial management. He has an MBA and is a Contributing Professor at Willamette University Graduate School of Management. Tabatha Taylor, Secretary. After involvement in Oregon’s political process, Tabatha has spent the last 18 years in the healthcare industry. Tabatha currently works for Providence Health & Services in Portland, Oregon. She has extensive experience in disaster recovery of information technology and emergency preparedness. For HAM radio fans her call sign is KE7YIZ. Jonathan Martin, Treasurer. Jonathan Martin worked for 15 years in China where he taught English and English Literature. He now directs the global outreach department at Good Shepherd Community Church in Boring, Oregon. He is the author of "Giving Wisely," a book on financial stewardship in charitable giving. Tom Smart. Tom Smart worked in education as a school teacher and administrator for 30 years. He now works to provide insurance and benefit packages to employees of schools and churches. Robert Christensen. Bob Christensen is the pastor of Mt. Scott Church of God in Portland, Oregon. He and his wife Barbara have served in ministry together in the United States and in Brazil. Dr. Ronald Galloway. Dr. Ron Galloway is a professor of leadership and organizational behavior at Northwest Nazarene University, where he is the Director of Doctoral Studies for Business. He also directs the university's efforts to develop permanent international study centers around the world. Dr. Galloway has extensive international experience, and he consults in Kazakhstan, Kenya and Brazil. Dr. Bill Russell. Dr. Bill Russell serves as Executive Director for Community Relations for Northwest Nazarene University. He is also a Professor of Business Law and Business Ethics and teaches in the graduate and undergraduate programs at the university's School of Business. Prior to working at NNU, Dr. Russell practiced law for over 20 years and in 1995 founded an international consulting firm. Dr. Andrea Cook. Dr. Andrea Cook currently serves as the President of Warner Pacific College. She has spent most of her career in higher education in the State of Oregon, including 15 years at George Fox University and, since 2008, at Warner Pacific. At Warner Pacific, she has been a driving force behind the college embracing its identity as an urban campus dedicated to serving the City of Portland. |
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Co-Serve International is a 501(c)(3) public charity. |
