Our Staff

Debra Beland Ackerman, Director of Education & Youth Activities
Have questions about OT Religious School or our Youth groups? Want to know more about our Youth Shabbat programs? Contact Debra at dackerman@olamtikvah.org or (703) 425-3237.

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.

Cindi Drake, Preschool Director
Interested in our cooperative-style Jewish preschool? Looking for summer camp for your 3-5 year old? Contact Cindi at preschool@olamtikvah.org or (703) 425-1886.

Erin Dreyfuss, Program Coordinator
Need help planning a program at OT? Want to learn more about our upcoming events? Contact Erin at edreyfuss@olamtikvah.org or (703) 425-1880.

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

Rabbi Rebecca Joseph, Culinary Director
Want to sponsor a kiddush lunch? Contact Rabbi Joseph at rjoseph@olamtikvah.org or (703) 425-1880.

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.