Lori Goodman

Lori Goodman serves as the Executive Director for Isla Vista Youth Projects, Inc. and LEAP Central Coast, focusing on community impact through childcare, family support, and leadership development since January 2018. Previously, Lori held the position of Chief Development Officer at Child Abuse Listening Mediation, where a campaign to raise awareness about child abuse was launched. With a strong background in fundraising and strategic planning, Lori has held various leadership roles, including National Director of Development for the Association of Reform Zionists of America and Director of Development for the American Jewish Committee. Lori's educational credentials include multiple Master's degrees in Social Work and Jewish Communal Service from the University of Southern California and Hebrew Union College, complemented by a Bachelor's degree in Women's Studies from the University of California, Santa Cruz.