Supervisors should listen to employees instead of critiquing them. #GoodListening is key to all connection--personal, professional and communal." hbr.org/2018/05/the-po…

Thank you Manette Mayberg for this thoughtful look at the importance of encouraging #innovation in #JewishLearning ejewishphilanthropy.com/pursue-distinc…

Is the #GreaterWashington #Jewish 'brand' a story we tell to people or a reciprocal system that includes people in creating meaning? hbr.org/2018/05/the-wa…

Jewish community as a #covenant. Rabbi Daniel Allen writes, “we must love all Jews, with no exception, even if we do not like them or their ways” and offers good starting points for fulfilling that covenant. ejewishphilanthropy.com/jewish-organiz…

Last night The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington held its Annual meeting at Sixth & I. The same night the Washington Capitals won the #StanleyCup for the first time. The key point of intersection for both is Abe Pollin z"l. A true visionary and leader for the city and the Jewish community. #connection #celebration

Great article by Kami Troy in Kol HaBirah about The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington's strategic planning process. Everyone’s voice and participation is critical in building the type of community we seek. kolhabirah.com/index.php/2017…

It was an honor to join the JCRC of Greater DC for their Annual Gala last night. An organization playing a critical role in supporting Jewish needs and strengthening the overall fabric of our region's communal life. Thank you RonHalber and your team for everything that you do.

Thank you to every member of the #GreaterWashington #JewishCommunity who has shared your voice, experience and feedback with The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington. Here are some of the themes that bring us together. washingtonjewishweek.com/46472/what-bri…

Moving from transactional communities to covenantal community means we create deep bonds and share responsibility for each other. Thanks David Baum and Rabbi Sid Schwarz for all your wonderful work. ejewishphilanthropy.com/entering-parad…

Kosher cheeseburgers!? forward.com/food/401073/th…

CEOs in for-profit and non-profit organizations need to look past short-term gain to achieve long-term goals. The challenge for a non-profit is to be clear on long-term goals that shape direction and decision making. hbr.org/2018/05/why-ce…

School's out for summer! Looking for a fun, creative activity for your child? Enter our art contest for a chance to go on field at #Federation's Grand Slam Sunday: Jewish Community Day at Nationals Park! Click below to learn more! shalomdc.org/artcontest

Important article about the DC Jewish community's larger response to the challenges of #MeToo. In July The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, Jewish Women International and Jewish Coalition Against Domestic Abuse convene community leadership to begin addressing the issue. Thank you Tikkun Olam Women for this incredible program. momentmag.com/for-jewish-org…

My friend Yossi Klein Halevi looks at the divide between Israeli and #AmericanJews: “We need each other as correctives. The diaspora-Israel relationship should be the checks and balances of the Jewish people.” jewishweek.timesofisrael.com/welcome-to-the…

Leadership matters: When you volunteer you become a leader. Thanks Bob Hyfler ejewishphilanthropy.com/the-special-ca…

Parents with a young Jewish child: Take a survey about your family’s educational choices and Jewish life! surveygizmo.com/s3/4380602/JFGW

Food tribes are on the rise. #CommunityBuilding washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/food…

Congratulations to Isaac Herzog on his election as Chair of the Executive Committee of the The Jewish Agency for Israel for Israel. Looking forward to his leadership in these important and challenging times.

I spoke with FOX 5 DC on how @jfgw is helping local teens in the face of rising #antisemitism in schools and on college campuses. fox5dc.com/news/jewish-fe…

Big business gets creative with #OpenInnovation. Confident our Jewish community in Greater Washington can also reframe questions to solve our most pressing needs. Other communities and subject areas can offer inspiration. fortune.com/2014/11/19/ide…