Our Staff

Debra Ackerman, Director of Congregational Learning and Programs
Have questions about learning  at every age at Olam Tikvah? Want to know more about our Youth Groups or Youth Shabbat/Holiday programs? Contact Debra at dackerman@olamtikvah.org or (703) 425-1880.

Michal Allon, Office and Communications Manager
General questions about Olam Tikvah, events and announcements? Contact Michal at mallon@olamtikvah.org or or (703) 425-1880

Melissa Benson, Rabbis' Assistant
Need to talk to a rabbi? Need to order a memorial plaque or Tree of Life leaf? Contact Melissa at mbenson@olamtikvah.org or (703) 425-1880.

Rochelle Goldberg, Executive Director
Have questions about membership, kiddush sponsorship, or facilities rental? Contact Rochelle at rgoldberg@olamtikvah.org or (703) 425-1880.

Debbie Howard, Preschool Director
Interested in our play-based Jewish preschool? Looking for summer camp for your 3-5 year old? Contact Debbie at preschool@olamtikvah.org or (703) 425-1886.

Abby Kerbel, OTRS Principal
Interested in OTRS, our religious school for children in K-10th grade? Contact Abby at akerbel@olamtikvah.org or (703) 425-3237.

Julie Lifland, Bookkeeper
Have a billing question? Would you like to use a credit card or set up automatic payments to pay your membership dues? Contact Julie at jlifland@olamtikvah.org or (703) 425-1880.