BOARD MEMBERS
The Board of the Jewish House exemplifies the positive benefits of people coming together to achieve real and positive results for those in need.
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Mendel Kastel - CEO Rabbi Mendel Kastel has been providing Rabbinic expertise to the Sydney community for over 20 years. Rabbi Kastel has taken a particular interest in social welfare, and has been the driving force behind various youth and welfare organisations such as Point Zero, WAYS (Waverley Youth Service) and J Junction. After 15 years of service at the Great Synagogue, Rabbi Kastel joined the Jewish House at the beginning of 2008. His efforts have seen the Jewish House grow and develop, becoming an expert provider of crisis services in the Sydney community. |
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Roger Clifford - Co President Roger Clifford, together with his brother Anthony, founded the Jewish House 25 years ago. At the time the brothers founded the organisation to combat issues of cult membership and alcohol and drug abuse issues within the Sydney Jewish community. Over time the organisation has grown into a prominent provider of crisis care services for the Sydney general community. This success story is attributable to the endless support and devotion of its founder. Roger is a prominent businessman and owns the Arc Fashion group. His business acumen combined with a compassionate regard for his fellow humans has always been an invaluable guide for Jewish House and its staff. |
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Gary Cohen - Co President Mr Gary Cohen has been on the Board of Jewish House since 1989. Gary has extensive corporate experience which has been a valuable contribution to the Board of Jewish House. Gary’s efforts on behalf of Jewish House have ensured its continual growth and innovation. Gary is the CEO iSOFT Group Ltd, a leading healthcare software provider. Prior to commencing his association with iSoft Group, Gary was a leading legal practitioner and a principal of an Australian investment bank. He has extensive expertise in the IT industry. |
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Mike Lyons Mr Mike Lyons joined the Board of Jewish House in 2008 as Honorary Secretary. Mike’s innovative abilities and deep understanding of legal matters has been a wonderful contribution to the Jewish House, vastly improving its efficiency and transparency. Mike is the Principal of VPro Lawyers and Corporate Consultants, a successful and innovative Surry Hills firm of lawyers and corporate advisors. |
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Dr Tuly Rosenfeld Dr Tuly Rosenfeld joined the Board of Jewish House in 2009. Tuly is a Senior Specialist Geriatrician. This medical expertise is an invaluable to the board as is Tuly’s experience in medical research. The Jewish House has made large advancements in recording and analysing client data thanks to Tuly’s encouragement and guidance. |
| Paul Hotz Paul Hotz has served on the board of Jewish House since 1991. Paul has contributed throughout the time with his vast commercial experience gained from running his company, Susan Small Enterprises. Paul has also provided a large amount of guidance to Jewish House in approaching and managing community relations. |
