Welcoming Jack Ryser

We are pleased to welcome Jack Ryser as the new Philanthropy Manager at Adventist Health Tillamook.

Jack brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to this important community-facing role, along with new philanthropic energy to promote healthcare access in the communities we serve.

Melody Ayers, who has served as Director of Philanthropy, shared, “We’re delighted to welcome Jack to our Adventist Health Tillamook team! His extensive background in nonprofit organizations and experience in leading successful fundraising campaigns will help engage with generous neighbors to enhance healing and hope throughout our rural communities. I know you’ll enjoy getting to know Jack and learning about the many ways to support well-being in Tillamook County.”

Jack is a proud father of eight grown children and a grandfather to eight. He shares his life with his wife, Lisa. Jack has traveled extensively around the world and enjoys golfing as well as playing the guitar and piano. When you meet Jack, be sure to ask him about the time he did aerobics with musician James Taylor in a senior retirement center.