Leadership

Finn Torjesen, Executive Director
As the grandson of Peter Torjesen, Finn Torjesen has been with Evergreen since its inception.  Finn took over the role of Executive Director from his father in 1997. Since then, he has been the international ‘face’ of Evergreen, educating organizations and individuals around the world about Evergreen's work in China.  He also serves as director of the North American operations and member of the Board of Directors.

After receiving a degree from Moody Bible Institute, Finn and his wife Sandy moved to Indonesia where they served from 1983-1992.   Later, Finn received his MBA from Rutgers University.  He is an important component of Evergreen’s global business consulting team, and has been involved in helping many US-based organizations successfully initiate operations in China.  

Since receiving the invitation to return to China, Finn and Sandy have lived in Shanxi Province where they have raised their twins, Davin and Denise.  Finn is a highly requested guest speaker and advisor regarding successfully working in China’s cultural milieu.

Mark and his wife Rene have been with Evergreen since its inception.  Originally from North Dakota, Mark moved from the Chief Operations Officer and Medical Programs Officer to China Director in 2007.  Mark’s extensive education includes a BA in Biology, MS in Cell and Developmental Biology, and a PhD in Health and Behavioral Sciences. With this background, Mark has made widespread impact throughout China as well as the western world through guest lecturing, publications and research in the areas of Christian service, science and public health.

In his role as China Director, Mark is responsible for leading all of Evergreen’s China efforts into the future.  Mark is a creative, dedicated leader and professional, with passion for serving China and upholding Evergreen’s work to the highest standards.  Mark and his wife Rene have three children:  Bjorn, Marit and Anders. Mark enjoys sports and other activities with them. He and his family have hiked China’s most famous mountains and are always looking for a chance to be outdoors.

Dr. Michael Pocock, Chairman
Board member since 1993
Professor at Dallas Theological Seminary; EVP, Evangelical Missiological Society; prior  work in Venezuela.

Dr. Bill Cairney, Vice Chairman
Board member since 2001
Executive Director, OPTI-West Educational Consortium, Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA; Former faculty member, US Air Force Academy.

Rev. Dave Jenkins, Secretary
Board member since 1992
Retired Pastor, Calvary Baptist Church; DMin from Trinity International University.

Don Mortenson, Treasurer
Board member since 2001
Vice President for Business and Planning at Seattle Pacific University.

Carson Mok
Board Member since 1993
President of Carson Mok Engineering; serves on CTS board; born and raised on mainland China.

Lyn Hopkins
Board Member since 2005
Involved in self-help income generation projects for the poor in Jakarta, Indonesia. Has lived in Asia since 1969.

Dr. Anne Means
Board Member since 2006
Clinical Assistant Professor, Dept. of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin Medical School.

Fay Chao
Board Member since 2006

Finn Torjesen
Board Member since 1997
Executive Director of Evergreen Family Friendship Service, Taiyuan, Shanxi, China.

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