Milwaukee Jewish Federation

The?Benjamin and John Nickoll Young Leadership Award, previously known as the?Benjamin E. Nickoll Young Leadership Award, has been presented by the Milwaukee Jewish Federation since 1962.?It is given to a young man who demonstrates exemplary leadership within the Jewish community. MJF is thrilled to announce the two recipients of this year's award: Joseph Peltz and Adam Witkov. We will be officially honoring them at an event in Spring 2025. Joe Peltz is a commercial litigation attorney and a partner with Beck, Chaet, Bamberger & Polsky, S.C. Outside of work, Joe is very involved with the Nathan and Esther Pelz Holocaust Education Resource Center (HERC), a program of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation.?He currently serves as the Vice Chair of HERC’s Board of Directors and the Chair of the Board’s Governance Committee. Joe and his wife, Miriam, are the grandchildren of Holocaust survivors.?Joe is a strong believer in the mission of HERC, which is to teach the lessons learned from the Holocaust to inspire future generations to build a peaceful and just society for all. Adam Witkov is an equity partner at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, where he serves as a premier litigator and business attorney. Adam has been named a “Leader in the Law” by the Wisconsin Law Journal (2024), BizTimes Media's “Notable Leaders in the Law” (2024), and is consistently recognized in The Best Lawyers in America? for Commercial Litigation. Outside of work, Adam is a Trustee of the Jewish Community Foundation and is a Co-Chair of the Weinstein 9 Fellowship Cohort. Previously, Adam served as the Chair of the Board of Directors of Jewish Family Services of Milwaukee and as the Board President of Operation DREAM, Inc. Congratulations, honorees! ?? Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gE2bdnam

?? Help us spread the word about this local resource provided by our friends at The Friendship Circle of Wisconsin. SafeTALK is a 4-hour training that prepares participants to become suicide-alert helpers. Individuals who deal with suicidal thoughts don’t usually want to die, and often give hints to people in their lives that they are formulating such thoughts. Without education, crucial players can miss subtle signals of need for help, which result in dangerous outcomes. Safe-TALK helpers are capable of recognizing such invitations and springing into action. The SafeTALK movement was established in 2006 and has since grown in over 20 countries worldwide. Over the course of their training, SafeTALK participants will: -- Acquire the skills you need to identify and help a friend in need -- Get trained in suicide alertness skills. -- Learn to avoid the common tendency to miss, dismiss, and avoid suicide -- Learn to apply the TALK steps: Tell, Ask, Listen, and KeepSafe -- Become familiar with community resources and be able connect someone with suicidal thought with necessary help #suicideprevention #UMatter #training #Milwaukee #Safetalk

We are thrilled to welcome Jewish activist Tessa Veksler as our featured speaker at VALOR: A Women's Philanthropy Signature Campaign Event on November 21, 2024. After facing targeted harassment and antisemitism in the wake of October 7th, Tessa has chosen to speak out bravely about her experiences while encouraging Jewish people nationwide to fight against hate. With 35,000+ followers on Instagram and videos racking up more than 6 million combined views, Tessa has become a prominent Jewish and Zionist voice on social media- with national sway. Her courage in the face of adversity has awarded her numerous recognitions, including an invitation to the White House Jewish American Heritage Month celebration in May and UCSB’s University Service Award. She now travels nationwide to share her message of strength, resilience, and continued activism while simultaneously working full time in public relations for Hiltzik Strategies in New York City. ? Learn more about VALOR and RSVP at MilwaukeeJewish.org/VALOR Registration deadline: November 11, 2024

We’re thrilled to welcome Jonathan Weeks as the Account Executive for the Wisconsin Jewish Chronicle! Since 1921, The Chronicle has proudly served Wisconsin’s Jewish community, fostering connection through a diverse and balanced range of opinions, ideas, and perspectives. Published monthly by the Milwaukee Jewish Federation, we distribute our newspaper free of charge to nearly 9,000 households. Jonathan brings a wealth of experience in sales, marketing, and event planning, along with a genuine passion for building positive client relationships. With a unique blend of creativity and strategic thinking, he is committed to enhancing our advertising offerings and ensuring our clients achieve their goals through effective ad placements. As our primary point of contact for ad sales, Jonathan will collaborate with local businesses and organizations to maximize their visibility in the Chronicle. Join us in welcoming Jonathan to The Chronicle team!?We look forward to his contributions to our mission of delivering quality content to our readers and advertisers. If you’re looking to elevate your presence in our vibrant Jewish community, contact Jonathan at (414) 390-5763 or [email protected] #Welcome #TeamGrowth #Advertising #LocalBusiness #CommunityEngagement #Wisconsin #JewishCommunity

We invite you to join us for the 2024 Milwaukee Jewish Federation Annual Meeting! ??? Date: Thursday, August 15 ? Time: 6:30PM ?? Location: Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center, 6255 N Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay Let’s come together as one to reflect on the past year and celebrate our strength and resilience through adversity. Together, the global Jewish community exemplifies the power of unity and shared purpose, a commitment we promise to uphold. Today. Tomorrow. Always. ?? RSVP at MilwaukeeJewish.org/AM

?? Startup2Gether Webinar Series: A Sovev Kinneret Partnership with Kinneret Innovation Center! As we wrap up our Startup2Gether Webinar Series, we're excited to introduce our final speaker, Ethy Levy, Former Senior Economic Advisor to the President of Israel and ex-Diplomat who served as Trade Commissioner in Hungary, Thailand, and Australia. Ethy will share her expertise in nurturing innovation through the Israeli approach, addressing the current reality in Israel amid recent events and the impact of the ongoing conflict. She will provide practical strategies for navigating challenges and seizing opportunities, offering inspiration for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and innovators alike. About Ethy Levy: -Former Senior Economic Advisor to the President of Israel -Ex-Diplomat and Trade Commissioner for Israel in Hungary, Thailand, and Australia -Leading figure in Agrifood and Climatech ecosystems -Advocate for Impact Investments with global reach ?? Date: July 21, 2024 ?? Time: 18:00 – 19:30 (IST) for Israeli Audience, 10:00 am – 11:30 am (CDT) for U.S. Audience Join us to gain: -Practical strategies for innovation -Insights on global Agrifood and Climatech trends -Inspiration from a leader in impact investments -Perspectives on navigating the current Israeli landscape ?? Register Now: https://lnkd.in/dHC5RzyT

?? Are you an experienced project manager? We are looking for you! Milwaukee Jewish Federation is hiring an Interim Marketing Project Manager who will?play a critical role in our fast-paced, cross-functional marketing and communications department. This interim position will run from August through December 2024, with potential for ongoing employment to be considered. Learn more and read the full job description at https://lnkd.in/guTvCBzm #hiring #jobalert #marketing #projectmanagement #Milwaukee #communications #interim #JewishMilwaukee

?? Are you an organized professional with superior administrative skills? We are looking for you! Milwaukee Jewish Federation is hiring an Executive Assistant – Office of the CEO who will provide administrative support for the CEO, Chief of Staff, and Board President. Learn more and read the full job description at https://lnkd.in/guTvCBzm #hiring #jobalert #executiveassistant #fulltime #JewishMilwaukee

ATTENTION: The Nathan and Esther Pelz Holocaust Education Resource Center (HERC), an independent program of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation, is launching a Request for Proposals (RFP) to secure a skilled consultant to lead and implement a strategic planning process. This process will involve our Board of Directors, staff, and other key stakeholders, aiming to create a strategic plan spanning three to five years. HERC is in search of a consultant with a deep understanding of nonprofit structures and operations, outstanding facilitation abilities, and a track record in nonprofit strategic planning. Moreover, the consultant should possess knowledge of the Jewish educational and community outreach sectors on local, national, and international levels. Prior experience with Jewish organizations, Holocaust education, or educational nonprofits will be considered an asset. Follow the link for full description:

Congratulations to Milwaukee Jewish Federation NextGen Daniel M. Soref Associate, Nicole G., for completing the 10-month Catalyst Fellowship in Jewish Service Learning Design and Facilitation. The Catalyst Fellowship program is powered by Repair the World and in partnership with Jewish Federations of North America. Nicole’s journey was fueled by her passion for social change. Nicole saw the fellowship as a way to build community bonds and enhance her leadership skills. “The chance to combine my passion for social action with Jewish service and learning was something I wanted to jump on,” she says. Nicole explained that she has always been drawn to causes that promoted justice and equality, and The Catalyst Fellowship provided a platform to integrate these values into her professional role. #professionaldevelopment #fellowship #engagement #nextgen