LEADERSHIP THAT DRIVES INNOVATION

Transformational Leadership at California Miramar University

At California Miramar University, leadership isn’t just organizational — it’s transformational.

Our team brings together diverse perspectives and expertise to create an educational environment where both students and ideas flourish.

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Our Leadership Team

CalMU is led by a diverse team of experienced professionals from both academic and business backgrounds.

Our leadership is committed to fostering innovation and preparing students for success in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.

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Governance and Control

California Miramar University operates as a private postsecondary university.

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Board of Directors

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Nitish Jain

Chairman

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Samarth Jain

Member and Secretary/Treasurer

Administration, Staff and Support

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Amy Richards

Enrollment Coordinator

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Andi O'Briant

Admin Administrator

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Dr. Brian Richards

VP of Student Ops & Success

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Chris Danek

Financial Controller

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Dune Trinn

Financial Aid Director

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Eddie Briseno

Military Partnership Liaison

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Eddie Underwood

Academic Operations Manager

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Elijah Gardere

University Development Representative (UDR)

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Emmy Tolentino

Student Success Advisor

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Ericka Noche

University Development Representative (UDR) 

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Dr. Farnaz Gorjian

DBA Chair

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Fiza Shoaib

International Recruitment Coordinator

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George Altawil

Marketing Operations Manager

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Heather Comfort

Front Desk & HR Assistant

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Ian Matheson

University Development Representative (UDR) 

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Jaydon Eppinette

School Certifying Official & Compliance Coordinator

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Jean Foster

Internal Auditor

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Jerrie Wei

Finance Specialist

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Jordan King

University Development Representative (UDR) 

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Kara Sturdevant

Strategic Partnerships Manager

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Karyl Regis

Student Military Ambassador

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Maggie Luo

Executive Admin Assistant

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Mai Lam

Site Manager & IT Coordinator

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Marcelo Difini

Information Systems Manager

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Marcos Trejo

IT Support Specialist

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Michelle Curiel

University Development Representative (UDR) 

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Niko Radlovic

IT Manager

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Pamela Adams

Finance & Accounting Manager

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Pooja Jain

Marketing Analyst

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Purushottam Das

International Recruitment Manager

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Dr. Ralynn Ernest

VP of Academics

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Regina Shuvanova

Human Resources Manager

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Roni Moore

University Development Representative (UDR) 

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Roshni Karotiya

Records Coordinator

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Samarth Jain

Executive Director & President

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Sonia Calderon

University Development Representative (UDR) 

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Dr. Stan Foster

Head of Compliance & Administration

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Steven Nicholson

Admissions Manager

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Tasha Berger

University Development Representative (UDR) 

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Valerie Lopez

Registrar

Program Advisory Committees

The University utilizes Program Advisory Committees (PAC) to provide valuable insights for continuous improvement of degree programs.

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Students

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Alumni

Faculty

Employers

PAC Mission Statement:

To engage leaders from business and industry, subject matter expert faculty, and CalMU students, alumni, and staff, to ensure CalMU programs remain aligned with industry, government, and academic demands, preparing graduates to compete in a transforming job market.

University Accreditation and Approval

Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and CHEA.

Approved to operate in California by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) under CPPEA 2009
Compliance Reports
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Leadership Philosophy

We create

Collaborative Decision-Making

Perspectives from faculty, staff, students, and industry partners

Adaptive Innovation

Evolving programs and approaches based on emerging needs

Ethical Practice

Transparency and integrity in all university operations

Global Perspective

International awareness embedded in local education

Memberships and Affiliations

California Miramar University maintains active memberships in:

American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO)

Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC)

Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)

Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES)

Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA)

Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC)

Contact Leadership

For questions about CalMU leadership or governance, please contact us.

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Download Brochure

Download a brochure for an in-depth look at CalMU undergraduate degree programs.

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Upcoming Deadlines

We offer spring and fall start dates for our most popular programs.

- Summer 2 Deadline: May 1, 2026

- Fall 1 Deadline: June 26, 2026

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Contact Us

Our team of advisors is ready to answer your questions, so if you’d like to talk to an enrollment director, please contact us.

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