Our Team

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Chief Executive Officer

Erica Blue

512-472-8107


Erica is ultimately responsible for carrying out the mission, vision, values, and strategic plan of ASC. Erica has been with ASC since 2018.

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Camp Director

Nicole Clifford

512-505-0910


Nicole is in charge of our Zilker overnight camp program, seasonal staff hiring, as well as our first time camper year-round program. Nicole started with ASC in 2021.

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Event Sales Manager, Zilker Lodge Rental Program

Michelle Conner

512-505-0902


Michelle works with community members interested in renting the Zilker Lodge for their next event. Michelle handles all inquiries from prospective renters, as well as all sales of the rental program. Michelle has been with ASC since 2018.

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Camp Director

Beccers Contreras

512-505-0908


Beccers is in charge of our Lake Travis overnight camp program. Beccers started with ASC in 2021.

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Events Manager

Kendall Henry

512-472-8107


Kendall leads the planning and execution of Austin Sunshine Camps’ development events and supports meaningful experiences for donors, partners, and the broader community. Through thoughtful logistics, strong relationships, and a commitment to mission-aligned hospitality, Kendall helps ensure ASC events run smoothly and reflect the heart of the organization. Kendall joined ASC in 2025.

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Director of Development & Communications

Ashley Howard

512-505-0904


Ashley leads donor communications, fundraising campaigns, and storytelling efforts that help bring the mission of Austin Sunshine Camps to life. Through clear, compelling messaging and collaboration across the organization, Ashley deepens engagement with donors, partners, and the broader community. Ashley joined ASC in 2025.

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Director of Corporate Relations

Amy Stewart

512-472-8107


Amy oversees ASC’s Corporate Sponsorship and Volunteer Programs and is responsible for generating revenue through corporate grants, event sponsorships, and employee giving.  Amy joined the ASC team in 2024.

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Chief Development Officer

David Roberts

512-505-0901


David  leads all of ASC’s fundraising efforts including major gifts, grants, corporate sponsorships, special events, and annual giving. David joined the ASC team in 2024.

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Director of Facilities

Felipe Salas

512-472-8107


Felipe ensures that all of ASC’s facilities are functioning, licensed, and inspected. Felipe also oversees ASC’s capital investment projects. Felipe joined the team in 2021.

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Director of Finance & Operations

Debbi Saunders

512-472-8107


Debbi is in charge of managing ASC’s finance, technology, and human resources departments, working with outsourced vendors to ensure our backend processes are efficient and productive. Debbi came to ASC in 2023.

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Chief Programs Officer

Zak Van Voorhees

512-505-0911


Zak oversees all of ASC’s summer and year-round programming, ultimately ensuring that we meet the highest standards for our campers and staff. Zak has been a part of the ASC team since 2023.

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Volunteer Coordinator

Cora Vanden Heuvel

512-505-0903


Cora  works with our corporate, community, and YMBL volunteers to ensure they have a great experience volunteering with ASC.  Cora joined the ASC team in 2024.

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People & Culture Manager

Sam Wiseman

512-505-0900


Sam supports the recruitment, onboarding, and care of both full-time and seasonal staff at Austin Sunshine Camps, helping build strong teams and a values-driven workplace culture. Sam is passionate about supporting people and creating systems that allow staff to feel connected, supported, and empowered. Sam joined ASC in 2026.

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Erica Blue

Chief Executive Officer |

512-472-8107

Erica is ultimately responsible for carrying out the mission, vision, values, and strategic plan of ASC. Erica has been with ASC since 2018.

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Nicole Clifford

Camp Director |

512-505-0910

Nicole is in charge of our Zilker overnight camp program, seasonal staff hiring, as well as our first time camper year-round program. Nicole started with ASC in 2021.

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Michelle Conner

Event Sales Manager, Zilker Lodge Rental Program |

512-505-0902

Michelle works with community members interested in renting the Zilker Lodge for their next event. Michelle handles all inquiries from prospective renters, as well as all sales of the rental program. Michelle has been with ASC since 2018.

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Beccers Contreras

Camp Director |

512-505-0908

Beccers is in charge of our Lake Travis overnight camp program. Beccers started with ASC in 2021.

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Kendall Henry

Events Manager |

512-472-8107

Kendall leads the planning and execution of Austin Sunshine Camps’ development events and supports meaningful experiences for donors, partners, and the broader community. Through thoughtful logistics, strong relationships, and a commitment to mission-aligned hospitality, Kendall helps ensure ASC events run smoothly and reflect the heart of the organization. Kendall joined ASC in 2025.

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Ashley Howard

Director of Development & Communications |

512-505-0904

Ashley leads donor communications, fundraising campaigns, and storytelling efforts that help bring the mission of Austin Sunshine Camps to life. Through clear, compelling messaging and collaboration across the organization, Ashley deepens engagement with donors, partners, and the broader community. Ashley joined ASC in 2025.

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Amy Stewart

Director of Corporate Relations |

512-472-8107

Amy oversees ASC’s Corporate Sponsorship and Volunteer Programs and is responsible for generating revenue through corporate grants, event sponsorships, and employee giving.  Amy joined the ASC team in 2024.

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David Roberts

Chief Development Officer |

512-505-0901

David  leads all of ASC’s fundraising efforts including major gifts, grants, corporate sponsorships, special events, and annual giving. David joined the ASC team in 2024.

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Felipe Salas

Director of Facilities |

512-472-8107

Felipe ensures that all of ASC’s facilities are functioning, licensed, and inspected. Felipe also oversees ASC’s capital investment projects. Felipe joined the team in 2021.

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Debbi Saunders

Director of Finance & Operations |

512-472-8107

Debbi is in charge of managing ASC’s finance, technology, and human resources departments, working with outsourced vendors to ensure our backend processes are efficient and productive. Debbi came to ASC in 2023.

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Zak Van Voorhees

Chief Programs Officer |

512-505-0911

Zak oversees all of ASC’s summer and year-round programming, ultimately ensuring that we meet the highest standards for our campers and staff. Zak has been a part of the ASC team since 2023.

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Cora Vanden Heuvel

Volunteer Coordinator |

512-505-0903

Cora  works with our corporate, community, and YMBL volunteers to ensure they have a great experience volunteering with ASC.  Cora joined the ASC team in 2024.

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Sam Wiseman

People & Culture Manager |

512-505-0900

Sam supports the recruitment, onboarding, and care of both full-time and seasonal staff at Austin Sunshine Camps, helping build strong teams and a values-driven workplace culture. Sam is passionate about supporting people and creating systems that allow staff to feel connected, supported, and empowered. Sam joined ASC in 2026.