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New Fitness Program Manager joins MJCC
recently appointed incoming director of TRY, Tichon Ramah Yerushalayim in Israel. TRY is a semester of study at Tichon Ramah Yerushalayim, the Ramah Jerusalem High School, a fully accredited international secondary school program. TRY offers 10th, 11th, and 12th graders two different opportunities to live and learn in the land of Israel. “There are so many people who played a role in helping me get here, and I hope I›ve already told each of you how much that means to me. Thanks to Ramah Israel for entrusting me with this huge responsibility, to Jonathan Madoff, who is handing over a program that he has put his heart and soul into, and most of all - to my family. I couldn›t do this without them. To all of my friends who have teenagers, if you do not know about this program, please be in touch with me!” Aliza posted about her new position. try.ramah.org.il
The Mittleman Jewish Community Center is pleased to announce that Jaynie Frost will be joining the MJCC team as the new Fitness Program Manager. Jaynie has an extensive background in fitness, health and wellness, as well as, leadership, people management, and customer service. Jaynie has worked within the field of health and wellness since 1997 with varying positions. She has worked in health rehabilitation centers, assisted living facilities, and with integrative fitness programs. Jaynie has an extensive background in managing teams and expanding programs. Her most recent roles have included Health and Wellness Director, Executive Director, and Personal Trainer/Exercise Specialist. Jaynie holds a Bachelor of Psychology from USC and is certified through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) as a Senior Fitness Specialist. Jaynie is very excited to join the MJCC team and to work closely with Joe Seitz, Head Trainer, as the MJCC continues to expand and grow their fitness offerings. Jaynie and Joe will make a dynamic team as they both have extremely positive energy, a sense of humor, and a genuine desire to help others. The MJCC is thrilled to have this fitness team in place to kick off 2022! oregonjcc.org
OJCF Appoints David Forman as President and CEO
Former Portlander appointed incoming director of TRY in Israel When former Portland resident Aliza Zef, daughter of Laurie and George Fendel, was 18 years old she boarded a plane and came to Israel with USY High. At that time, she didn‘t know a soul and nobody in her family had ever been to Israel. Now she is going to be influential in helping other teens experience the life-changing program, as the 8
JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2022 | OREGON JEWISH LIFE
The Oregon Jewish Community Foundation is pleased to announce that David Forman has been named President and CEO of the organization, effective January 1, 2022. Mr. Forman was selected after a nationwide search. He currently sits on the OJCF Executive Committee. Forman brings more than 30 years of experience as an attorney to OJCF and is the Chair of the Corporate Finance and Transactions Practice Group as a partner at Tonkon Torp, LLP. He has served on the board of OJCF since 2014, joining the executive committee in 2018. “The Oregon Jewish Community Foundation aligns with my passion and my commitment to our community. After all my experience as a volunteer in our Jewish community, I now have the opportunity to have a hands-on experience to
