Meet our Staff!
Tom Powell
Executive Director
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Tom joins us as past president of the Board of Directors, a parent of former campers and a counselor, and a very active member of the Caroline Furnace family. He has a vibrant faith, deeply rooted sense of hospitality, and a solid background in organizational
structure, property care, and building relationships. His experiences as a Sunday School teacher, youth advisor, congregational council president, and Boy Scout leader are supplemented by his professional background of 20 years in the National Guard and 12 years in the consulting industry. Tom describes this role as his "dream job". While you're here, ask about his slag dance!
Monica Springman
Director of Programs
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Monica's connection with Caroline Furnace began when she was a counselor in 2012. Monica grew up attending and working at many different camps all along the east coast. She has over ten years of experience in Camp and Retreat Ministries, and additional
experience in the care and education of children. She earned her BA in Wilderness Leadership and Experiential Education from Brevard College. Monica loves to share her love of the outdoors with others. She enjoys being outside in her hammock with her husband, Tommy, reading a good book, and throwing the ball for their dog River.
Lee Ann Powell
Director of Food
Service Operations
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Lee Ann deeply believes that food is love shown tangibly. She has shared her love and talents through many meals, for groups both large and small.
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She is devoted to the craft involved in creating a meal, from building menus and honing techniques, to practicing food safety and making sure there is plenty to go around. Paired with Lee Ann's 20 years as a special needs teacher, her passions for outdoor ministry and hospitality shine through in her work.
Bryan Hepner
Director of Facilities & Maintenance
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Bryan has an extensive background in fixing things and lifting heavy stuff. His skill set includes carpentry, landscaping, plumbing, electrical, and more.
Bryan is excited to use his gifts and abilities to improve the experiences of all who spend time in this place. He looks forward to sharing his knowledge and faith with others.
Lindsay Owen
Director of Summer Programs
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summercamp@carolinefurnace.org​
Lindsay first started going to Caroline Furnace with her church growing up and has been a volunteer at summer camp for the past three years. She attended High Point University where she received a B.A. in Special Education, B.S. in Psychology, and an M.Ed in Elementary Education.
Lindsay has been a youth director for the past five years and loves sharing her faith with others. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, spending time outdoors, and running agility courses with her dog Lilo.
Kirsten Ammons
Marketing & Communications Coordinator
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Kirsten joined the team in summer of 2025 as one of our Marketing and Communications Interns. Growing up being active in her church, paired with her passion to be a servant of God led Kirsten to Caroline Furnace. She is excited to continue building her skills and sharing the camp's testimony through her new role while she finishes her studies at West Virginia University!
LuAnn Woodard
Bookkeeper
LuAnn specializes in accounting, payroll and human resources, and has nearly 20 years of experience. She loves the Shenandoah Valley where she calls home. When LuAnn isn't at Caroline Furnace, she's busy caring for her many dogs and horses.
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Steve Van Stee
Facilities & Maintenance Assistant
Steve is excited to return to Caroline Furnace after having previously served as Associate Director. Steve has extensive knowledge of outdoor ministry maintenance and facilities. He has a passion for summer camp and can't wait to be a part of Caroline Furnace again!
Pinella
Camp Dog
Pinella loves belly rubs, snuggles, fresh carrots, and running around in the field. She quickly becomes best friends with all of our campers and retreat guests. She is a 10 year old rescue, and her people are Tom and Lee Ann.
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Charlie
Camp Dog
Charlie loves a good cuddle on the couch and will greet you with a wonderful tail wag! Charlie is a rescue, and his people are the Hepner family!
River
Camp Dog
River belongs to Monica and can't wait to meet you at camp in the summer!
Arrow
Camp Dog
Arrow is our newest camp dog and is a purebred AKC certified rescue that spent the first 7 years of his life as a breeder. He is very much a people person and loves to herd up humans and especially likes anyone that will scratch and pet his beautiful fur.
Arrow belongs to Tom, and Leeann.