Brent is a true summer camp enthusiast and is proud to serve as the Director of Berkshire Lake Camp. Prior to starting BLC, Brent supported the startup operations and growth of an overnight specialty sports camp in the San Francisco Bay Area. Brent has spent many summers on the leadership teams at Camp Winadu and Camp Ramaquois as well as eight years working with families and teens at a local community center.

In recognition for his dedication to advancing the field, Brent was awarded the Jack Weiner Leadership Award by the American Camp Association national office in 2019 and the Michael Gordon Young Leaders Award by the American Camp Association New York & New Jersey office in 2018. 

Brent is a regular speaker at conferences on topics such as staff training, youth and teen development, team building, and digital media. He currently serves as the Social Events Chair and Internship Manager for the Tri-State Camp Conference and is a member of the Emerging Professionals in Camping committee. In addition, Brent is a proud Associate Board Member of SCOPE, a non-profit organization dedicated to sending underprivileged children to summer camp. 

Brent holds a Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Communication and Leadership and is currently studying for his Masters in Camp Administration and Leadership Development. When he isn’t dreaming about camp, you’ll find Brent indulging in live comedy, reading on the beach, walking his dog, or spoiling his many nieces and nephews. 

Berkshire Lake Camp is grateful for the advice and counsel of our Advisory Board. Our advisory board is made up of our go-to experts. They’re at the top of their fields and are the people we lean on for advice, support, and the occasional hug. These inspiring individuals share in our commitment to cultivate creativity and help ensure we provide an exceptional experience for our families and staff.

Prior to entering the camp world, Mark enjoyed a 10-year stint as a teacher, basketball coach, and athletic director in the New York City public school system. It was there that he developed a passion for working with youth in athletic and educational environments. In 2004 Mark became actively involved with CampGroup’s camps as an owner and member of the Board of Managers. In 2009, he joined the team full time as President of CampGroup and a Director of Camp Winadu. Currently CEO of CampGroup, Mark is committed to supporting CampGroup’s directors as they pursue CampGroup’s mission to enrich children’s lives. Mark currently serves on American Camp Association’s (ACA) National Board of Directors as well as the Board of Directors for ACA’s NY and NJ Affiliate.

Dayna has been the owner of Lake of the Woods and Greenwoods Camps in Decator, MI since 1997. In 2014, Dayna became President of CampGroup after serving as Vice President for 4 years. In addition, Dayna is Vice President of the American Camp Association’s (ACA) national board. She is the co-founder and President of SCOPE Midwest, an organization that sends underserved children to camp. She is also a past President of the Midwest Association of Independent Camps. She is a speaker at camp conferences on a variety of topics and is also the past conference chair for the ACA’s national conference (2007-2010). She has received a number of awards for her dedication to the camp industry.

After spending many summers attending day camp as a child, Eric launched his professional career in camping by helping to start a prominent day camp in the New York City suburbs. No stranger to the Berkshires, Eric later co-founded a specialty overnight soccer camp for girls to develop an innovative hybrid of soccer and traditional camps. In doing so, Eric had to master digital marketing. In 2018, Eric opened Camper Machine Operations (CMO) to help summer camp Owners & Operators reclaim their time and peace of mind by integrating automation to enhance the relationships that drive camp’s business. 

Jodi is a Jerusalem-based consultant, trainer, and facilitator who is a North American camp veteran and communal strategist. After being a camp director for 12 years, Jodi became the Vice President of Camping and Teen Engagement for JCCs of North America. In this role, she supported, advised and led the work of 25 overnight camps and 130 day camps in the network. Originally from Buffalo, NY, Jodi has her BA from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in Journalism and Jewish Studies, and her Masters of Social Work from the University of Michigan. She has served on the faculty of various professional development and training programs and is a frequent speaker at conferences. Jodi consults and trains on a variety of topics including camp business and strategy, leadership development, camp crisis management, teen engagement, change management, staff training, and organizational culture.

A well-seasoned professional in the world of non-profit institutions, Liz currently is the Development Director at a private school in New Jersey and has held various positions in nonprofit organizations in the tri-state area. In addition to her professional work, she also serves on numerous non-profit volunteer committees. Her professional and volunteer philosophy revolves around the principles and values of ease, honesty, and gratitude. Liz is a mother of two boys, Henry (7) and Charlie (5). They live in New City, NY with their husband/dad, Greg, and dog Dexter. 

Our talented and dedicated leadership team oversees each area and group at camp. Our team is here for your child and for you – serving as your liaisons throughout your child’s camp experience. They offer our campers the guidance and nurturing that only camping professionals with years of experience can supply.

Berkshire Lake Camp recruits the best and brightest leaders to be part of our team. We hire staff from around the world to build a strong and diverse team that adds a unique cultural perspective to our camp life.

Our Area Heads serve as the primary instructors for our core studios. They teach fundamental skills and advanced strategy, guiding our campers through an engaging curriculum. Area Heads are passionate and uniquely qualified individuals who have direct experience working in their respective concentrations.