Directors
The 1440 Multiversity Leadership Team
1440 Multiversity is one of the most premier learning and wellness destinations in the industry, and inspired by our co-creators, Joanie and Scott Kriens, we believe the journey of growth and discovery starts with us.
The directors of 1440 Multiversity, engaged and led by Managing Director Frank Ashmore, comprise a dynamic and diverse team of culture champions whose business accomplishments, genuine passions and life experiences bring immersive learning to life in meaningful ways.
Collectively, the entire 1440 family represents a rich, authentic and inclusive group of deep hospitality professionals devoted to our mission of charitable work and inner fitness of each visitor by energizing and inspiring one another all 1440 minutes of each day.
Our Directors
Frank Ashmore
Luigi Califano
Steve Clark
Katie Denbo
Eke Dubois
Larry Maloney
Julie McKay
Amy Natividad
Jerry Wilson
Frank Ashmore
Managing Director
Frank Ashmore, Managing Director of 1440 Multiversity, leads the "Hospitality Committee" - a dynamic and diverse team of greater good champions. As the cultural leader of 1440, he expects true authenticity from each staff member as a foundation of trust in all relationships. Through the strong belief that the journey of growth and discovery begins within one's self, Frank is devoted to building community by encouraging others to show a deep love to one another and maintaining an openness to having conversations that matter regardless of circumstances. "Our goal is to inspire everyone in life to make the most of each minute of each day (1440 minutes) and create hope for others to live well. We know we are fulfilling our mission at 1440 when visitors leave campus with more energy than they arrived with."
Luigi Califano
General Manager, Operations
- Luigi became part of the 1440 family following 18 years of work at ultra-luxury hospitality properties around the world, most recently in Italy where he was born and raised. His passion for "serving people" began at a very young age while helping his grandfather at his shop during the summer months. At 6 years old he experienced the lifestyle of the Scouts, where he stayed for 13 years and become one of the youngest leaders in Italy at age 17. A native of Amalfi, Luigi brings with him the characteristic passion of his culture, the love for food, an international dynamic and a highly detailed and innovative approach to everything he touches. A devoted husband and father, Luigi loves to spend time traveling and exploring with his family.
Steve Clark
Director of Safety & Security
Steve comes to 1440 Multiversity after serving more than 30 years in public safety, where he was recognized internationally as an expert and innovative leader in the profession. With a strong focus on leadership and teamwork, Steve’s life work has been dedicated to creating safe and secure environments. Steve is responsible for preserving the beauty, serenity and safety of our immaculate campus; from the moment you first arrive to the time you depart, he works to ensure you experience the dedication of a team that has been planning and caring for your visit well before you booked your time with us. When not at work, Steve can be found spending time with his family, playing in a band, or gold mining in the Sierra foothills.
Katie Denbo
Senior Director of Marketing Strategy
- Katie is a storyteller who oversees all marketing strategy for 1440 Multiversity, helping to share the 1440 mission and vision with the world. Before joining 1440, Katie spent 15 years working with organizations and clients in the sports, hospitality, nonprofit, and lifestyle industries, along with leading public relations and marketing operations for major special events including the U.S. Open at Pebble Beach. Committed to the learning environment both personally and professionally, Katie enjoys playing tennis and golf, writing, creativity, and exploring California on weekend road trips.
Eke Dubois
Director of Information Technology and Audio-Visual Services
- Eke provides integral leadership for the continued development of an innovative, robust, and secure information technology environment. With an emphasis on content presentation and distribution throughout the 1440 campus, this 20-year veteran's office encompasses a wide variety of strategic technology services and audio visual production oversight for faculty, staff, and events. Eke is a former monk and mindful practitioner with a strong sense of charity. He and his wife Cherifa have been married for 15 years, love the outdoors, and enjoy spending time with their daughters Lalita, Lotus, and Lily.
Larry Maloney
Director of Finance
- Larry joined the 1440 team after 30 years with Quorum Hotels & Resorts where he held a variety of corporate, area, and property finance assignments, most recently overseeing a portfolio of 14 properties. In his role at 1440 Larry leads all financial activities of the campus and is a key collaborator regarding the foundation policy implementation and maintaining the 501(c)(3) campus nonprofit status. Larry obtained his MBA in finance from the University of South Florida, is an avid outdoorsman, enjoys volunteering in the community, and is the proud father of two daughters, Paige and Laura.
Julie McKay
Director of Philanthropic Partnerships
Julie leads the efforts to advance and promote the social initiatives of 1440 Multiversity through outreach to mission-aligned organizations and foundations. She brings a wealth of experience promoting social justice in communities through her direct service work in the non-profit sector, which has provided her with a real-world perspective of the existing gaps of social engineering. With a proven track record of success in implementing innovative ideas while advancing stakeholder value, she is energized by imagining new ways that nonprofits can work effectively to fulfill their mission while having measurable impacts for both funders and society at large.
Amy Natividad
Director of Business Strategy
- Amy oversees all revenue management strategies that lead to optimizing and balancing the financial objectives of 1440 Multiversity, and ensures these strategies align with our mission philosophies and initiatives. Prior to joining the 1440 family, Amy spent 10 years with The Irvine Company Resort Properties where her passion for hospitality and revenue flourished. She has been married to her husband Robert for 17+ years and enjoys spending quality time with their daughter, Natalie, and son, Riley.
Jerry Wilson
Director of Facilities
- Jerry joined the 1440 family after many years spent working for luxury resorts in Southern California. From an early age Jerry enjoyed taking things apart and learning the intricacies of how something works - to him he is "just fixing things" but to others he is a leader with a servant heart and no task is too big or too small. Jerry enjoys taking on new challenges and believes that learning and growing everyday is one of the most important things in life.