Meet Our Leadership Team

From program managers and unit leaders to specialists and support staff, meet the team helping create an unforgettable Camp Lakewood experience.

Boots

Boots

Leadership Unit Manager

📍 From: Australia
Get to know Boots

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to the sunshine and all the singing and dancing that comes with camp.

What’s your favorite snack?

Chocolate and chips

Chappell

Chappell

Pathfinders Unit Manager

📍 From: Perth, Western Australia
Get to know Chappell

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to seeing everyone again and working with the campers.

What’s your favorite snack?

Honey soy chicken chips

Doppler

Doppler

Program Manager

📍 From: St. Charles, Missouri
Get to know Doppler

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to another great summer at camp and getting to jump into everything with the team.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

I’d choose teleportation so I could see the world and travel anywhere instantly.

Frames

Frames

Marketing Specialist

📍 From: United Kingdom
Get to know Frames

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to getting back into creating amazing content for camp and really showing people the amazing things camp has to offer.

What do you like to do in your free time?

In my free time I like to spend time with my family on facetime and go to Mizzou football games.

G-Dawg

G-Dawg

Waterfront Lead

📍 From: St. Louis, Missouri
Get to know G-Dawg

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to making connections and memories with people from all walks of life.

What’s your favorite snack?

Sour gummy worms

Gus

Gus

Adventurers Unit Manager

📍 From: England
Get to know Gus

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to catching up with everyone again.

If you could be any animal, what animal would you be and why?

I’d be a hyena because they’re always laughing, and I love a good laugh too.

Jam

Jam

Adventurers Unit Manager

📍 From: Leeds, England
Get to know Jam

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to seeing campers and counselors from previous years again and meeting everyone who’s new.

What do you like to do in your free time?

I love swimming, reading, hiking, and traveling.

Kansas

Kansas

Pathfinders Unit Manager

📍 From: Missouri
Get to know Kansas

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to meeting even more new people. Camp brings such a huge group together, and I can’t wait to make more friends this year.

If you could be any animal, what animal would you be and why?

I’d be a cow because they’re loving, relaxed, and an important part of the world around them.

Koala

Koala

Behavior Specialist

📍 From: Perth, Western Australia
Get to know Koala

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m looking forward to helping create a great experience for campers and learning a lot along the way.

If you could be any animal, what animal would you be?

I’d be an elephant because I think their trunks are so cool.

Loca

Loca

Explorers Unit Manager

📍 From: Auckland, New Zealand
Get to know Loca

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to stepping into my new role and seeing all the new and familiar faces around camp.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

I’d choose teleportation so I could travel anywhere instantly.

MVP

MVP

Assistant Program Manager

📍 From: Ireland
Get to know MVP

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to campfires, meeting new kids and counselors, and reconnecting with familiar faces.

What’s your favorite snack?

Caramel M&Ms

Oogway

Oogway

Climbing Specialist

📍 From: Mexico
Get to know Oogway

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to climbing and spending time doing what I love at camp.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

I’d choose teleportation so I could live and work anywhere in the world.

Peach

Peach

Program/Camp Services Coordinator

📍 From: Tulsa, Oklahoma
Get to know Peach

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to having more fun with themes and working with the support staff group.

What do you like to do in your free time?

I love waterfront activities and crafty things.

Pork Chop

Pork Chop

Program Manager

📍 From: St. Louis, Missouri
Get to know Pork Chop

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to just being at camp and getting to spend the summer with everyone.

What do you like to do in your free time?

I like hanging out with friends and going on walks outside.

Raven

Raven

Marketing Specialist

📍 From: México
Get to know Raven

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m looking forward to another great summer…seeing my old campers, getting to know the new staff, stepping into a new role, and learning new skills.

What do you like to do in your free time?

I like exercising, visiting new cafés in my town, and listening to music.

Roomba

Roomba

Waterfront Lead

📍 From: St. Louis, Missouri
Get to know Roomba

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to meeting new people this summer.

What do you like to do in your free time?

I like playing guitar and working out.

Snoopy

Snoopy

Medical Coordinator

📍 From: St. Louis, Missouri
Get to know Snoopy

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m excited to step into a new role and meet a lot of new people this summer.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

I’d choose teleportation so I can get anywhere I need to go instantly.

Sundae

Sundae

Explorers Unit Manager

📍 From: Wellington, New Zealand
Get to know Sundae

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to coming back to the place that feels like home and seeing all the amazing new and old faces again.

What’s your favorite snack?

Fangtastics

Wasabi

Wasabi

Program Manager

📍 From: Missouri
Get to know Wasabi

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to being back at camp and getting into the summer rhythm again.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

I’d choose time travel so I could go back and relive moments or fix things along the way.

Yak

Yak

Assistant Program Manager

📍 From: St. Louis, Missouri
Get to know Yak

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to sleeping outdoors and spending time in nature.

If you could be any animal, what animal would you be?

I’d be a mountain lion because they’re majestic and spend their time in the woods and mountains.

Zuma

Zuma

Senior Director of Camp Lakewood

📍 From: Camp Lakewood
Get to know Zuma

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to campers and staff getting to experience staying in the yurts for the very first time!

What’s your favorite snack?

Uncrustables

Meet Our Counselors

From Missouri to New Zealand and everywhere in between, our counselors bring unique experiences, talents, and personalities that help make every summer at Camp Lakewood unforgettable.

Bait

Bait

Counselor

📍 From: Belleville, Illinois
Get to know Bait

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

The experience and meeting new people!

If you could be any animal, what animal would you be?

Red Panda, so I can sit in the sun and chill.

Barbie

Barbie

Counselor

📍 From: England
Get to know Barbie

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Meeting new people.

What’s your favorite snack?

Square bars and strawberry Haribo sweets.

BFG

BFG

Counselor

📍 From: Swindon, England
Get to know BFG

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to meeting new people and making memories.

What do you like to do in your free time?

I like to explore different cities, see my friends, build legos, go shopping, play with my action figures and go to the gym.

Cannon

Cannon

Cannon

📍 From: St. Charles, Missouri
Get to know Cannon

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Meeting heaps of new people.

What song pumps you up for camp?

Upside down - Jack Johnson.

Casper

Casper

Counselor

📍 From: Northern Ireland
Get to know Casper

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

The culture of coaching in a different country.

What’s your favorite snack?

Chips.

Diva

Diva

Counselor

📍 From: New Zealand
Get to know Diva

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Providing children with a camp experience they will not forget.

What do you like to do in your free time?

Hang out with peers.

Dublin

Dublin

Counselor

📍 From: Dublin, Ireland
Get to know Dublin

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Making new friends and life long memories.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

I would like to teleport because I want to be able to visit or go anywhere without traffic or delays.

Elsa

Elsa

Counselor

📍 From: Columbia, Missouri
Get to know Elsa

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Adventures of all sorts!

What song pumps you up for camp?

ABBA songs, Fleetwood Mac songs.

Euro

Euro

Counselor

📍 From: Denmark
Get to know Euro

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Having yet another unbelievable summer with the best and funniest people and giving the campers an experience of their lives.

If you could be any animal, what animal would you be and why?

Eagle, so I can fly wherever I want.

Ewok

Ewok

Counselor

📍 From: New Zealand
Get to know Ewok

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I am most looking forward to meeting everyone and making life long friendships and memories.

What’s your favorite snack?

Whittakers chocolate.

Frosty

Frosty

Counselor

📍 From: Melbourne, Australia
Get to know Frosty

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Meeting new people and having fun.

What do you like to do in your free time?

Sight see and go to sports games.

Gator

Gator

Counselor

📍 From: South Africa
Get to know Gator

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Fulfilling an old dream of being able to go to a summer camp by a lake and the woods.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

Teleportation.

Happy

Happy

Counselor

📍 From: Geneseo, Illinois
Get to know Happy

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I can't wait to get to know the people around me and how to collaborate and cooperate with them.

What song pumps you up for camp?

Ventura Highway - America

Highlander

Highlander

Counselor

📍 From: Scotland
Get to know Highlander

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Gaining new experiences and confidence.

If you could be any animal, what animal would you be?

Sharks because they never stop moving.

Icon

Icon

Counselor

📍 From: St. Louis, Missouri
Get to know Icon

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Making connections with campers and fellow counselors.

What’s your favorite snack?

Tostitos hint of lime tortilla chips.

Jordy

Jordy

Counselor

📍 From: England
Get to know Jordy

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Making new friends.

What do you like to do in your free time?

Play sports or any outdoor activity.

Lani

Lani

Counselor

📍 From: Australia
Get to know Lani

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Meeting everyone at camp and making amazing memories together!

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

Teleportation! I love to travel, so being able to go anywhere instantly would be so convenient.

Lava

Lava

Equestrian Counselor

📍 From: Brazil
Get to know Lava

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Improve my leadership skills, improve my confidence and solving problems skills, make new friends, have the best summer of my life.

What song pumps you up for camp?

Sweet Caroline! Classic.

Loon

Loon

Counselor

📍 From: Madison Lake, Minnesota
Get to know Loon

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I am looking forward to meeting new people and trying new things!

If you could be any animal, what animal would you be?

I would be a snow leopard because I love cats and cold weather.

Meema

Meema

Counselor

📍 From: South Africa
Get to know Meema

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m most looking forward to meeting new people from different backgrounds, building meaningful connections, and being part of a fun and supportive camp environment. I’m excited to stay active, spend time outdoors, and create great memories while also growing personally through new experiences.

What’s your favorite snack?

I love chocolate, especially dark chocolate, and I’m also a big fan of chips.

Mort

Mort

Counselor

📍 From: Cape Town, South Africa
Get to know Mort

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Experiencing the different cultures and learning new things.

What do you like to do in your free time?

Listen to music, take photos, and take a walk.

Nah

Nah

Counselor

📍 From: Mexico
Get to know Nah

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

To meet new people from different cultures and have a great summer experience.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

I would love to teleport because I could be in any part of the world.

Navy

Navy

Counselor

📍 From: St. Louis, Missouri
Get to know Navy

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Getting to meet new people and get new experiences.

What song pumps you up for camp?

Our Song by Taylor Swift.

Neon

Neon

Counselor

📍 From: St. Louis, Missouri
Get to know Neon

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I am looking forward to creating bonds with the counselors and getting to know each of the campers!

If you could be any animal, what animal would you be?

A squirrel so I could dart around and chase my friends around in the trees.

Neto

Neto

Counselor

📍 From: Spain
Get to know Neto

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m really looking forward to having fun, taking care of the kids, and having the best summer possible.

If you could be any animal, what animal would you be?

I would be a fox because foxes are intelligent, adaptable, and independent. They can thrive in many different environments and are known for their clever problem solving skills.

Parachute

Parachute

Equestrian Counselor

📍 From: South Africa
Get to know Parachute

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Meeting new friends that I can have for life.

What’s your favorite snack?

Salt and vinegar chips or biltong.

Plunger

Plunger

Counselor

📍 From: Missouri
Get to know Plunger

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Making kids happy.

What do you like to do in your free time?

Hanging out with my friends.

Poppy

Poppy

Counselor

📍 From: Michigan and Ohio
Get to know Poppy

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I am super excited to make new friends.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

I would want Aquaman's power to talk to fish because I feel like they would have a lot to say.

Princess

Princess

Counselor

📍 From: New Zealand
Get to know Princess

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m really excited to experience what the camp is like and to meet new people from America.

What do you like to do in your free time?

Hi! I enjoy a mix of creativity and staying active. I’m into anime, Star Wars, and building the latest LEGO sets. In my free time, I play volleyball, basketball, and table tennis, and I love swimming to unwind.

Ribs

Ribs

Counselor

📍 From: Wales
Get to know Ribs

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Making new friends and being in a new country.

What song pumps you up for camp?

I love all music.

Royal

Royal

Counselor

📍 From: St. Louis, Missouri
Get to know Royal

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

More lifeguarding and the lake.

If you could be any animal, what animal would you be?

River Otter because of how cool and graceful they swim through the water.

Russel

Russel

Equestrian Counselor

📍 From: Maryville, Illinois
Get to know Russel

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

What I am looking forward to most this summer is being able to meet new people and create new friends.

What’s your favorite snack?

My favorite snack is rice crispy treats.

Scorpio

Scorpio

Counselor

📍 From: Mexico
Get to know Scorpio

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Meet new people from different places, acquire new skills and connect with the kids.

What do you like to do in your free time?

Explore new places, contemplate nature, read and hear music.

Scuba

Scuba

Counselor

📍 From: Denmark
Get to know Scuba

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Absolutely everything. Meeting new amazing people, getting to work with the kids and be challenged by them. I am also generally really curious about everything so that gets me excited too. Looking forward to being outside a lot.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

Easily flight, teleportation would be a close second but being able to fly is the ultimate freedom. I’ve always been fascinated by birds' ability to go anywhere, and I am pretty obsessed with travelling so flight would be the biggest life hack ever.

Siren

Siren

Counselor

📍 From: Buckeye, Arizona
Get to know Siren

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Meeting new people.

What song pumps you up for camp?

Love any 2010 songs.

Skipper

Skipper

Counselor

📍 From: England
Get to know Skipper

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Making new friends and creating amazing memories.

If you could be any animal, what animal would you be?

A bird, so I could fly and go anywhere across the world.

Snoozy

Snoozy

Counselor

📍 From: St. Louis, Missouri
Get to know Snoozy

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Meeting so many new people while having fun outside!!

What’s your favorite snack?

Salt and Vinegar Chips, Trail Mix, Watermelon Sour Patch.

Sprinkles

Sprinkles

Counselor

📍 From: St. Louis, Missouri
Get to know Sprinkles

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Being on the lake.

What do you like to do in your free time?

Try new things with friends.

Spud

Spud

Counselor

📍 From: Preston
Get to know Spud

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Just having a great time, being in the USA - trying the food especially, coach football with the kids.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

Be invisible so I could sneak in anywhere - concerts, football matches etc.

Stix

Stix

Counselor

📍 From: Clarksville, Missouri
Get to know Stix

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Working with kids and helping them have a good summer experience.

If you could be any animal, what animal would you be?

A frog because they get to hang out in the water and be weird all day.

Sugar

Sugar

Counselor

📍 From: Victoria, Australia
Get to know Sugar

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Looking forward to meeting lots of new people!

What’s your favorite snack?

Popcorn and sea salt chips. I love anything chocolate. Fruit! Crackers or veg sticks with dip like tzatiki/cream cheese. (Couldn’t pick one snack lol!)

Swift

Swift

Counselor

📍 From: Excelsior Springs, Missouri
Get to know Swift

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

I’m looking forward to being outside all day and having lots of fun!

What do you like to do in your free time?

I like to hike, workout, and nap.

Thumper

Thumper

Counselor

📍 From: New Zealand
Get to know Thumper

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

All the new people I get to meet.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

Time travel. I'm a history nerd so I'd love to go back and see different time periods and events.

Tornado

Tornado

Counselor

📍 From: London, England
Get to know Tornado

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Meeting so many new people.

If you could be any animal, what animal would you be?

A cat. I can sleep, poop and eat when I want what I want, and people will STILL like me.

Traveler

Traveler

Counselor

📍 From: St. Louis, Missouri
Get to know Traveler

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Everything!

What’s your favorite snack?

Peanut M&Ms and Oreos.

Yogurt

Yogurt

Counselor

📍 From: England
Get to know Yogurt

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Meeting so many people and creating friendships for a lifetime.

What do you like to do in your free time?

I like to spend time with family and friends, go out for food with my friends, watch movies and shows, and go on adventures.