(Courtesy of JBN) The Jewish Business Network, based in the Rivertowns section of Westchester, New York, has announced the launch of The Friedland Young Leaders initiative, aimed at providing a vibrant platform and nurturing space for young Jewish professionals to develop meaningful relationships and flourish in their careers while engaging in Jewish community and leadership. The initiative places a strong emphasis on fostering leadership roles within their respective businesses, Jewish communal life and philanthropy. The Friedland Young Leaders is set to make a transformative impact on the lives of the next generation of leaders in the region.
This initiative is made possible through generous grants from JBN Visionary Leaders: Robert Friedland, chairman, Westconn Development, and Robert Weisz, CEO and chairman, RPW Group, Inc.
“I am proud to be a part of the Jewish Business Network, an incredible organization that makes a real impact in the region. As a committee member of The Friedland Young Leaders, I am excited about the launch of this initiative and the positive change it will bring,” shared Benjamin Knafo, senior vice president, real estate and development at Forge Health.
Molly Selin, product marketing manager at LightBox, emphasized the unique value of such programs for young professionals, stating, “Programs and events like this one benefit young Jewish professionals for a multitude of reasons. There are opportunities to network and build new relationships, integrate career and religious experiences, develop new skills and find mentors and role models outside of siloed industry events.”
Committee member Andrew Weisz, president of RPW Group, Inc., also shared his uplifting experience with JBN, saying, “It’s been a wonderful opportunity to connect with like-minded leaders in the region. But I would say as important to that, on a personal level, my interactions with the JBN have brought me closer to Judaism.”
“We are thrilled to launch The Friedland Young Leadership Initiative”, shared Rabbi Benjy Silverman, chairman of JBN and executive director of Chabad of the Rivertowns. “This transformative program serves not only as a catalyst for young leaders to advance in their chosen fields, but also as a platform for them to deeply engage with the vibrancy and richness of Jewish communal life and philanthropy.”
By intertwining Jewish leadership values with professional growth, the initiative seeks to instill a sense of purpose and meaning in the pursuit of success. As we move forward, we invite aspiring young Jewish leaders and professionals to join this new initiative. Together, we can empower a new generation of leaders who will drive positive change in both the business world and the Jewish community. For more information about The JBN Friedland Young Leaders and how to get involved, please visit: www.jbnetwork.org/young.
