MEET OUR BOARD MEMBERS

Ryan Rosen is a Cal Poly San Luis Obispo graduate and has been involved with Camp Kinneret since 1995. After several summers on staff as a Lifeguard, Pool Director, and Assistant Director, Ryan became Director in 2006. In 2011, Ryan and his wife, Britt, purchased Camp Kinneret from long-time owner Harold Gordon. In 2015, Ryan & Britt decided to do the unthinkable - welcome their daughter, Dylan, and start an after-school enrichment program, Growing Outdoors, all in the same year! By bringing the lessons of camp to school sites through their enrichment programs, Growing Outdoors has allowed Ryan to help more children practice their 21st-century skills in a caring and nurturing environment. In 2019, Ryan and Britt welcomed their son, Wyatt.

Having attended Camp Kinneret as a camper, Britt never imagined she would be back at camp until meeting Ryan in 2007, when they played in a competitive adult kickball league. After getting married in 2010, Britt and Ryan, purchased Camp Kinneret from long-time owner Harold Gordon. Now a part of the year round team at camp, Britt is excited to join the Educating playfully board of directors.

Sam is a former camper, counselor, and Leadership Team member at Camp Kinneret. He is currently the Co-Owner/Director of Growing Outdoors, an after-school enrichment company in the Conejo Valley area. He is proud to be on the Educating Playfully board of directors.

David Feinsilber is a dedicated film producer, whose experience has honed his skills in teamwork, leadership, and creativity, which he seamlessly integrates into his film production projects. Passionate about mentoring the next generation, David often collaborates with educational initiatives to inspire young filmmakers. When he’s not behind the camera, he enjoys spending time with his family. playing golf, and seeing the smile on his eldest’s face when he gets off the Kinneret bus.

Sara Feinsilber has been a dedicated member of the Camp Kinneret family since her first summer as a camper in 1996. She spent numerous summers as a junior counselor, counselor and eventually a leadership team member. Her extensive experience includes eight years as a first-grade teacher, where she developed her passion for child development and commitment to creating enriching experiences for children. Outside of camp, she enjoys spending time with her husband and 2 children- the eldest of which now attends Kinneret, volunteering her time at her kids' schools and being creative.

When Megan was three years old, she was asked what she wanted to be when she grew up. It's a common question for children and there are common answers like doctor, actor, or teacher. Megan said teacher and never once changed her mind as she grew up. She always knew she wanted to be a teacher, but working at Camp Kinneret showed her what kind of teacher she wanted to be and gave her the skills to achieve that dream. Megan teaches at A.E.Wright Middle School and continues to work at camp during the summers. She is excited to join the board of Educating Playfully and share the magic of camp with everyone!

Brian West has had a lifelong love of camp, having started attending Camp Kinneret at age 4. After many years as a camper and junior counselor, Brian joined the Camp Kinneret staff as a leadership team member from 2002-2005. Brian and his wife, Lauren, have three daughters -- all of whom now attend Camp Kinneret. While he spends his days leading NBCUniversal's corporate Data & Measurement Strategy team, Brian is thrilled to join the Educating Playfully board.

Lissa always knew she wanted to work with children, leading her to join the Camp Kinneret family in 2008 as a counselor. Since then, Lissa has remained involved with Kinneret throughout her adventures in college, teaching, and caregiving, and currently acts as Co-Director for Camp’s school-focused sister project, Growing Outdoors After School Enrichment. Lissa is enthusiastic about bringing accessible and quality programs to children of all walks of life through Educating Playfully and is honored to be a member of the board. Outside of Camp and school season programs, Lissa loves being outside hiking, swimming, kayaking, playing with her dogs and nephews, and painting. She can’t wait to bring joy to as many children as possible!