Meet the staff
Captains Jack & Katie Tripari
Captains Tripari are ordained pastors of The Salvation Army and were commissioned in 2017. They have served at the Stapleton Salvation Army Corps, Bay Ridge Salvation Army Corps, and we are excited to now have them as our new Camp Directors.
Camp Directors
Denise & Stan Davala
Denise and Stan have quietly served Camp NEOSA for nearly 20 years. Denise makes sure every meal and visit feels welcoming, while Stan cares for the camp’s buildings and grounds and oversees the maintenance team, keeping everything ready for ministry. Their faithful work sets the stage for God’s work to happen in the lives of thousands of children across Northeast Ohio. As Scripture reminds us, “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord” (Colossians 3:23). Their dedication reflects a love for serving God and the people who come to camp.
Operations Managers
Assistant Camp Director
Emilee Evans
Emilee started working at camp as a teen and just never stopped! She loves seeing how Jesus faithfully shows up each summer and how His love makes a difference for our campers and staff.
Shayann grew up as a camper at Camp NEOSA and has now joined our staff team! She’s been blessed to experience camp from many different perspectives, and she carries a deep passion for helping young people understand the incredible love God has for them. She’s excited to see how God will continue to move in the lives of every camper and staff member who comes to camp each summer.
Youth Program Specialist