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Dr. Shana Erenberg is the co-founder and CEO of Libenu, which provides a lifetime of care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through residential respite, and advocacy services. She is also the Chairman Emeritus of the Department of Education and a professor emeritus at Hebrew Theological College/Touro University in Chicago. Dr. Erenberg maintains a […]

Sharyl Ross, CPA, is a seasoned tax professional with over 30 years of public accounting experience, including time at a Big Four firm. A trusted advisor and strategic partner, she is deeply involved in her community, serving as Board President of Libenu and Treasurer of the Jewish Neighborhood Development Council of Chicago.

Malka Levitansky is a fundraising and marketing specialist and coach with more than 20 years of experience in the Jewish nonprofit world.  Malka currently serves as Chief Development Officer for Midwest NCSY/JSU, where she focuses on foundation and major donor cultivation and stewardship.

Mrs. Tzivia Cohen is the founder and CEO of 14Minds, a marketing agency that specializes in strategic marketing for nonprofit organizations.

Mrs. Alexis Goldstein has worked in the Jewish communal sector for the last ten years with a focus on nonprofit strategy, development, and growth. Alexis is currently Vice President of Programs at Walder Operations where she manages the Chicago-based Walder programs – Walder Education, Walder Science, and Kehillah Fund. Previously, she served as Director of […]

Mrs. Sharon Pashkesz is a highly experienced educator and community leader, with a Bachelor of Education from Michlalah Jerusalem College. For over twenty-five years, she has been an integral figure in the Orthodox Jewish community of Budapest, Hungary. Sharon specializes in designing and delivering extensive adult education programs, focusing on halacha, philosophy, and spirituality. She […]

Elky recently retired from working as a court attorney in the NYS Supreme Court. For the past twenty years,  Elky has been working on raising awareness of the importance of proper pronunciation in tefillah. 

Jennifer Airley is an exercise physiologist by degree and a personal trainer by profession, with decades of experience helping clients pursue holistic health through physical strength, resilience, and balance. Her approach is deeply rooted in the belief that well-being extends beyond the body. Torah learning and teaching have long been her personal passion, infusing her […]

Mrs. Karen Thaler is the Dean of Students at Darchei Binah HaChadash Seminary where she has taught and mentored students for over 25 years. She is also the co-founder and Israel Director of Yad Leah, a chessed organization that provides clothing for families across Israel.

Rachel Isaacs serves as the Rebbetzin of Beth Joseph Congregation in Phoenix, Arizona, where she has been involved in developing and supporting a diverse range of shul programs for the past fifteen years. A native of Lakewood, NJ, Rachel pursued her higher education at Rutgers University. Before stepping into her role at the shul, she […]