Diane Goddard brings extensive experience in strategic planning and financial management to the board following more than 36 years at the University of Kansas in leadership positions including comptroller, vice provost for Administration and Finance, and chief financial officer. Highlights from her past work include successful initiatives to generate revenue and cost savings of $51 million and overseeing a $350 million project to construct new infrastructure including science facilities, dormitories, a student union, and a central power plant.

Originally from the state of New York, Diane graduated from Southern Connecticut State University with a bachelor’s degree in economics and earned a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Kansas. Diane and her family vacationed in Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park every summer for 35 years. Each summer was filled with daily hiking, sightseeing and shopping in Estes Park, with many evenings spent relaxing in front of a fire, often in the company of lifelong friends.

Diane retired from the University of Kansas in 2020 but serves as an advisor for campus leaders as a consultant and budget review and optimization practice lead with the National Association of College and University Business Officers. Diane and Stephen reside full-time in Estes Park and continue to enjoy all the wonderful natural resources in the area with family and friends. Goddard is honored and excited to be part of, and contribute to, the important work of the Rocky Mountain Conservancy.