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GGU Leadership
Leading the Future of Education at GGU
Golden Gate University empowers working adults to achieve their professional goals with nationally renowned degree and certificate programs. Founded in 1901, GGU has been a leader in online education for nearly three decades, offering maximum flexibility for modern students. Our university leaders are committed to expanding GGU’s mission and reach in order to provide affordable and accessible education to learners around the world. Together, we’re focused on creating a brighter future for our GGU community and beyond.
Executive Team
Dr. David J. Fike
President
David J. Fike, the seventh president of Golden Gate University, is an economist specializing in capital markets and urban economic development. Since taking the helm at Golden Gate University in late 2015, he has worked with faculty and staff to continue the 123-year-old university’s tradition of innovation in serving working professionals.
Dr. Bruce Magid
Provost
Vice President of Academic Affairs
Dr. Magid brings a strong blend of business and academic experience to Golden Gate University. Along with over 20 years of experience leading international economic and policy research at Bank of America, he has held numerous leadership positions in the higher education sector.
Elaine Clark
Chief Financial Officer
Vice President for Finance & Business Administration
The bio for Elaine Clark is unavailable at this time.
Dr. Joaquin “Jay” Gonzalez
Founding Dean of GGU Worldwide
Vice Provost for Global Affairs
Mayor George Christopher Professor of Public Administration
A GGU faculty member since 2000, Jay Gonzalez is Vice Provost for Global Affairs and Dean of GGU Worldwide. Prof Jay, as he is fondly referred to by students globally, is also Mayor George Christopher Professor of Public Administration and Chair of GGU’s Department of Public Administration—the oldest Public Administration program in Northern California.
Dr. Rocco Lamanna
Associate Vice Provost for Academic Affairs
Executive Director, Braden School of Taxation and School of Accounting
Rocco Lamanna is Associate Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, and Executive Director for the Braden School of Taxation and School of Accounting.
Dr. Nate Hinerman, LMFT
Dean, School of Undergraduate Studies
Professor and Department Chair of Psychology
Dr. Hinerman brings extensive teaching, research, and leadership experience to GGU. His multi- and inter-disciplinary research has been published in multiple books and journals, and he is an active volunteer and psychotherapist for several organizations in the Bay Area.
Beth Miller
Executive Director of Marketing & Communications
Beth Miller is a seasoned marketing and communications leader with over 25 years of experience driving growth across various industries. Her diverse career spans senior client and agency roles, encompassing technology, consumer packaged goods, and social impact sectors.
Robert Shoffner
Executive Director Ageno School of Business
Professor of Practice
Robert Shoffner is the Executive Director, Ageno School of Business, Director of MBA Programs, and Professor of Practice at Golden Gate University. He is responsible for the management of all degree and certificate programs in the school. He is responsible for the design, delivery and staffing of all MBA programs on both a domestic and international basis. Robert also oversees management of the Chevron Small Business and Entrepreneurship program at Golden Gate University.
Mark Yates, Esq.
Dean of the School of Law
Professor of Law
Mark Yates is Professor of Law and Dean of the Law School. During his 20 years at the GGU School of Law, he has served as Director of Academic Support, Director of Bar Services, and Associate Dean of Academic Affairs. Previously, he worked as a civil litigator and as a public defender.
