Leadership

Jason Lawrence is the Founder and President of the Board for Camp Sycamore, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit he established in 2009. As a proven finance executive, he brings over 25 years of strategic leadership to the organization. He currently serves as the Executive Head of Product Strategy within the Farm Credit System, where his responsibilities include overseeing complex technology implementations, multi-billion dollar portfolios, and large teams.

Jason has led his local church family camp for 10 years at multiple Colorado locations. He has also volunteered at camps nationwide to gain additional camp leadership insights. He serves as the Board Treasurer for Mountain States Children’s Home in Longmont, CO. Jason also has significant hands-on expertise in construction and property development. He has personally built, remodeled, and materially improved over a dozen different properties.

Jason and his wife, Megan, share a dedicated vision for the camp. Megan, a long-time teacher, provides extensive community service and hospitality expertise, including successfully managing Short-Term Rental properties in Breckenridge for the last decade. Their combined financial, operational, and mission-focused experience forms the unique leadership foundation of Camp Sycamore.

Dr. Matthew Morine brings 17 years of dedicated spiritual and community leadership as the Senior Minister for the Castle Rock Church of Christ. His extensive tenure provides a deep understanding of local ministry needs and the long-term programming required for youth development. Matthew and his wife, Charity, are originally from Nova Scotia, Canada, and have two grown Christian children.

A widely published author and educator, Matthew holds a Doctorate of Ministry (D.Min.) from Harding School of Theology and additional Master’s degrees from Lipscomb University and Freed-Hardeman University. This academic foundation underpins his practical experience in program development, notably his role in establishing the successful Denver Lads 2 Leaders convention and the Small Church Workshop. His written works have appeared in several respected religious publications, including The Gospel Advocate and The World Evangelist.

Matthew is the author of “A Mountain Moving Faith” (published by the Gospel Advocate), embodying the dedication and spiritual vision aligned with the mission of Camp Sycamore. His commitment to serving the next generation makes him an invaluable asset to the board.

Nick Mears is a seasoned nonprofit executive who brings two decades of dedicated leadership and expertise in child welfare and family support to the Camp Sycamore Board. Since 2022, Nick has served as the Executive Director of Mountain States Children’s Home (MSCH) in Longmont, Colorado.

Nick’s passion for serving young people began in the Pacific Northwest, where he spent six years directing a youth camp, immersing himself in the operational and programmatic needs of camp life. He transitioned this hands-on experience into formal management, first joining MSCH as Assistant Director in 2011. His educational background includes a degree in Business Management with an emphasis in Marketing from Oklahoma Christian University, providing a strong foundation for the strategic growth and outreach of Camp Sycamore.

Devoting his energy and heart to faith-based children’s services, Nick also serves on the Network 1:27 Board, a nationwide organization dedicated to Christian childcare agencies. A native of the Pacific Northwest, Nick and his wife, Abby, met at Oklahoma Christian University and worship at the Longmont Church of Christ, where he has served as a deacon since 2013. His commitment to high-level, faith-based nonprofit standards is a crucial asset to the Camp Sycamore mission.