David Heller Appointed Chairman of Jewish Agency's Board of Governors
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
David Heller has been appointed the new Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Jewish Agency, replacing Mark Wilf. Heller, a leader in American Jewry, will focus on strengthening ties with the Diaspora and aiding Israel's post-October 7th recovery efforts. His appointment coincides with the agency's work to rehabilitate communities and combat rising antisemitism.
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- David Heller appointed new Chairman of the Jewish Agency's Board of Governors.
- Heller will focus on strengthening ties with Diaspora and aiding Israeli communities.
- The appointment follows the conclusion of Mark Wilf's four-year term.
- Heller is a prominent leader in American Jewry with extensive philanthropic experience.
- The Jewish Agency is increasing efforts to support Israel's recovery and combat antisemitism.
David Heller has been appointed the new Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Jewish Agency, succeeding Mark Wilf, who is concluding a four-year term. Heller, a prominent figure in American Jewry, will focus on strengthening ties with the Diaspora and aiding in the rehabilitation of communities in northern and southern Israel.
The Board of Governors, comprised of Jewish community leaders worldwide, sets the organization's policy. Heller stated, "I accept this responsibility at a time when the partnership between Israel and the Jewish communities worldwide is so vital for our shared future. Behind every effort to rehabilitate communities and strengthen Jewish life stand people who need to know they are not alone." He expressed eagerness to work with partners and fellow board members to assist families, create opportunities in northern and southern Israel, and deepen the connections that unite them as one Jewish people.
Heller, a leading figure in U.S. Jewry, has held significant roles in various philanthropic and public bodies. He previously served as the Chairman of the National Campaign of the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) and as Chairman of the Jewish Federation of Cleveland. In 2009, the U.S. President appointed him to the United States Holocaust Memorial Council. Concurrently, Heller is the president, CEO, and co-founder of The NRP Group, a major U.S. developer of multi-family housing.
Heller's appointment comes as the Jewish Agency intensifies its efforts to support Israel's rehabilitation and promote strategic initiatives in the north and south following the October 7th events. The agency is also working to bolster the resilience of Jewish communities globally amid a rise in antisemitism.