Meet our Hosts
Come on a trip with one of our hosts to experience the opportunity to be involved in many community events that bless people's lives, build homes that provide a better life for people, see some sites and learn how people live in Peru.
Jerry & Christine Gregersen
Jerry and Christine, the founders of Peru Hope, have dedicated their lives to building both businesses and communities. Jerry learned Spanish at age 20 while serving a mission in Ecuador, and years later, during a senior mission together, he and Christine witnessed the deep needs in a rural part of Peru. Moved by what they saw, they felt inspired to create real, lasting change—and Peru Hope was born.
Entrepreneurs at heart, Jerry and Christine began their journey as dairy farmers and have since founded and operated numerous successful businesses, many of which they still own and operate. Above all their accomplishments, they consider their greatest success to be their family: five wonderful children and twenty-two grandchildren who bring them endless joy.
Through Peru Hope, Jerry and Christine are combining their passion for service with decades of experience to bring opportunity, stability, and hope to Peruvian communities—one home, and one life, at a time.
Eddy Martinez
Eddy Martinez was born and raised in Chile, where he developed a strong sense of service and community. At 18, he spent two years in Ecuador on a religious mission, an experience that shaped much of his perspective. He moved to the United States at 21 and now lives with his wife and two children. Eddy is the Chief Marketing Officer at AIMVO Pest Control, a fast growing company that proudly supports Peru Hope. Eddy contributes his marketing expertise to the project and serves as a host during two service trips each year.
Kent & Lynette Lenon
Kent & Lynette are from Idaho Falls, Idaho and have 4 kids, as well as 7 wonderful grandkids. Kent retired from Wells Fargo Private Bank as a Wealth Management Banker after 35 years. Lynette has a degree in educations but loves to volunteer in the community including church service, helping with hospice and united way.
Kent & Lynette truly love giving back volunteering and translating for groups, which is why they took advantage of the opportunity to be hosts at Peru Hope.
Dr. Kavan Hess
Dr. Kavan Hess serves as the Director of Medicine and Dentistry for Peru Hope. He is a graduate of the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his undergraduate degree at Brigham Young University. Born and raised in Idaho, Dr. Hess has worked extensively in global health and disaster relief, including service with MODO for the People in Maui following the 2023 wildfire. Prior to medical school, he served as a Spanish interpreter for several nonprofits both locally and abroad. Dr. Hess is also a commissioned officer in the U.S. Army, where he is pursuing residency training currently.
