Who We Are
The Carmel Mission Foundation is guided by a board of directors who share a passion for the Carmel Mission, historical preservation, art conservation, and the community of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Our board members are dedicated volunteers who provide experience and expertise that drive our decisions in awarding grants, distributing funds, and creating programs to ensure the historical integrity of the Carmel Mission property and its use for both religious and secular interests.
Board of Directors
Edward DiYanni, CPA, MBA
Chairman of the Board
Brian Call
Chief Financial Officer
Richard Denier
Corporate Secretary
Richard Pèpe
Emeritus
Samuel Wright
Founder
Foundation Staff
Lisa Guthrie
Executive Director
Linda Gardner
Office Manager
Born on the former Fort Ord, Linda resides in Seaside where she was raised. Linda began her career at CTB/McGraw Hill and joined the Foundation after retiring as an Advancement Services/Annual Fund Coordinator at CSUMB. In 2016, Linda started at the Foundation as an Office Assistant, she then became Executive Assistant to the VP before her current role of Office Manager. In this position, Linda not only oversees the day-to-day operations of the Foundation, but she also successfully manages the Foundation's donor database, Memorial Tile and CMF Membership programs.
