Our leadership team is united by a commitment to delivering innovative, science-based solutions that serve all Californians, from urban neighborhoods to rural communities. Guided by vision, expertise, and a collaborative spirit, they steer our work and empower every area of the organization to improve food systems, protect natural resources, support economic vitality, and foster healthy, resilient communities.
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Vice President
Glenda Humiston
As Vice President of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Glenda Humiston provides leadership for the University of California’s programs in agriculture and natural resources. She serves as Chief Executive Officer of the University of California Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources, leading the implementation of the organization’s mission, shared values, and vision.
Executive Leadership Team
Jennifer Bunge
Associate Vice President, Finance & Capital Planning (Interim)
Jennifer Bunge provides strategic leadership in financial management, capital planning, and resource allocation to advance UC ANR’s statewide mission. A CPA with more than two decades of UC experience, she has held a range of fiscal leadership roles and directed the management of $300 million annually from diverse funding sources.
Kathy Eftekhari
Associate Vice President, Administrative Services (Interim)
Chief of Staff to the Vice President ANR
Kathy Eftekhari provides leadership over UC ANR’s administrative functions, including human resources, workforce inclusion and belonging, information technology and security, events and facilities management, and risk services. With nearly 40 years' experience across sectors, Kathy has led revitalization efforts in the U.S. and abroad. Before joining UC ANR in 2019, she served as Senior Organizational Consultant at UCOP, leading strategic planning and organizational reviews across the UC system.
Darren Haver
Associate Vice President for Research and Cooperative Extension (Interim)
Darren Haver provides leadership for UC ANR’s research and Cooperative Extension programs, drawing on more than 25 years of experience across academic, programmatic and administrative roles. He is known for his deep institutional knowledge, steady leadership and long-standing service across UC ANR.
| Department / Area | Department Leader |
|---|---|
| Business Operations Center | Su-Lin Shum |
| Contracts and Grants | Kim Lamar |
| Controller | Lana Schweikert |
| County Cooperative Extension | Keith Nathaniel |
| Development Services | Greg Gibbs |
| Facilities Planning and Management | Brian Oatman |
| Government and Community Relations | Anne Megaro |
| Human Resources | Bethanie Brown |
| Information Technology and Security | Jaki Hsieh Wojan |
| Innovation | Gabe Youtsey |
| Office of the Vice Provost Academic Personnel and Development | Daniel Obrist |
| Procurement | Darryl Sweet |
| Program Planning and Evaluation | Katherine Webb-Martinez |
| Program Support Unit | Sherry Cooper and Maya Maniar |
| Publishing and Production | Rachel Lee |
| Real Estate and Facility Development | Eric Schueler |
| Research and Extension Centers | Darren Haver |
| Resource Planning and Management | Samantha Dang |
| Risk & Safety Services | Chris Jakober |
| Statewide Programs and REC Operations | Maru Fernandez Terrasa |
| Strategic Communications | Linda Forbes |
| Workplace Inclusion and Belonging | Elizabeth Moon |