Leadership
Oaksterdam University is led by a team of talented professionals who are dedicated to upholding the college’s vision, ethics, and standards. They are passionate about education as a pathway to establish a safe and equitable cannabis industry.
Oaksterdam operates as a not-for-profit* corporation, with all proceeds reinvested into the school’s staff, programs, scholarships, and advocacy. Oaksterdam’s Board of Directors ensures OU is fiscally responsible to uphold our long-term stability. They serve as ambassadors in the community, relentlessly spreading Oaksterdam’s mission and connecting us with people and organizations within their areas of expertise. Our Administrators make sure everything is running smoothly behind the scenes at OU.
* Like a non-profit, Oaksterdam operates for social benefit, however current federal law prevents cannabis-related entities from acquiring official nonprofit 501(c)(3) status, something OU’s leaders are actively seeking to change.
Board of Directors
Dale Sky Jones
President
Diane Goldstein
Vice-President
David Abernathy
Treasurer
Susan Trout
Secretary
Team
Goose Duarte
Director of Operations
Erik Lomo
Director of Online Programs
Bruce Bortle
Business Development Manager
Mars Anderson
Registrar
Bryana Saldana
Student Support Services
Samira Hasib
Facilitator
Sara Frank
Marketing Manager