Sam Dubin is Interim Executive Director where he is tasked with media relations, building relationships with community and political leaders, and messaging to the broader metro Detroit community. He previously served as JCRC/AJC's assistant director/ director of media relations.
Dubin also served as a vice president of NEXTGen Detroit and is the creator/ co-host of the FedRadioDetroit podcast series. He established NEXTGen Detroit Pride – a welcoming gateway into the Jewish community for LGBT young adults looking for connection.
Dubin is a graduate of Central Michigan University where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts, and Political Science. He joined Dubin Cleaners & Laundry as director of sales and marketing, as he spent years as a lay leader in Jewish Detroit serving on a variety of boards.
Email Sam at dubin@jcrcajc.org or call (248) 642-2641.
Melissa Gould joined JCRC/AJC as its Executive Assistant in February 2022. Serving as executive assistant to the Executive Director, she also manages the office and supports other staff.
Melissa has an extensive background in marketing, sales and business administration. Most recently, she wore many hats for a busy medical practice where she oversaw all marketing, LASIK services and assisted with managing the office.
She received her B.A. in Art History from the University of Vermont, Phi Beta Kappa and has sat on the boards of the Detroit Institute of Arts and Kadima.
Email Melissa at gould@jcrcajc.org or call 248-205-2546.
Tamara Lopes joined JCRC/AJC as its Community Associate in December 2022. In this position, she focuses on building relationships with the Black and Jewish communities by working with the Coalition for Black and Jewish Unity. She also works on a variety of interfaith initiatives, such as Student-to-Student, and Project Understanding.
Tamara has a broad background in the medical industry, ranging from Certified Medical Assistant, Licensed Phlebotomist, and Human Resources Coordinator for a critical care hospital.
Email Tamara at lopes@jcrcajc.org or call 248-203-1527 EXT. 103.
Daniel Bucksbaum is the Israel and Interfaith Associate for JCRC/AJC Detroit. In his role, he works to build meaningful relationships between the Jewish community and many other ethnic and religious communities. As JCRC’s Israel Associate, Daniel also works collaboratively with local Jewish and non-Jewish organizations to educate and advocate for Israel. In addition to Israel and interfaith relations, Bucksbaum works with local and federal law enforcement agencies, synagogues, and community partners to combat antisemitism. He graduated from Western Michigan University with a B.A. in Political Science focusing on contemporary Middle Eastern politics and a minor in Arabic. Email Daniel at bucksbaum@jcrcajc.org.
