The Dean and leadership team drive strategic growth, operational excellence, and community impact.
Led by the Dean and Associate Dean, the team includes key leaders in development, communications, administration, finance, and strategic initiatives. From fundraising and communications to financial planning and project execution, each member plays a vital role in advancing the institution’s mission.
The Dean’s Office leadership team and staff are available to support requests and inquiries from our faculty, staff, partners, students, and donors. Learn more about the Dean’s leadership team and its responsibilities below.
Marc Ostfield, Dean, colin powell school
Marc Ostfield
Richard J. Henley and Susan L. Davis Dean, Colin Powell School
Kevin Foster, Associate Dean, Colin Powell School
Kevin Foster
Associate Dean, Colin Powell School
Abigail Feder-Kane, Director, Development and External Relations
Abigail Feder-Kane
Director of Development
and External Relations
Bobby Derival, Chief Administrative Officer, Colin Powell School
Bobby Derival
Chief Administrative Officer &
Executive Director, MPA Program
Dr. Irina Carlota (Lotti) Silber
Director of Strategic Initiatives & Department Chair, Anthropology and Interdisciplinary Programs
Namrata Kupte, Design Lead, Brand & Digital Strategy
Namrata Kupte
Design Lead, Brand & Digital Strategy
Jose Alvarado
Strategic Communications Manager
Ariadne Rosales, Social Media and Special Projects Manager
Ariadne Rosales
Social Media and Special Projects Manager
Daniel Hila
Program Manager of Social Mobility Lab and Public Events
