Carissa joined NERUS in 2022, bringing with her a strong background in administrative operations, financial coordination, and logistics. A 2009 graduate of Corban University in Salem, she previously supported the Oregon Bankers Association and later managed accounts payable, accounts receivable, and logistics for Natural Plant Products. Her experience across these roles continues to support NERUS’ internal operations and organizational efficiency.

Residing in Salem, Carissa enjoys creative projects outside of work, including co-hosting Different Sisters, a podcast she launched with her sister, Michelle, where they explore unusual stories, conspiracies, and true crime. She’s also an avid concertgoer and enjoys artists such as Ben Folds and MercyMe, along with classic horror films like Halloween.

She works out of the Salem corporate office.