Our team
JWest emerged from a shared vision between the Jewish Community Centre, King David High School and Jewish Federation of Greater Vancouver. Together, we have brought together a dedicated team of volunteers, consultants, and staff to make this vision a reality.
Governance
JWest Foundation
Responsible for the oversight of campus development and management of future revenue.
CHAIR Alex Cristall
DIRECTORS Diane Friedman, Martin Gerber, Hodie Kahn, Lana Marks Pulver, Diane Switzer, Alvin Wasserman
Capital Campaign Cabinet
Responsible for raising the $161M philanthropic portion of the project.
CHAIR Alex Cristall
MEMBERS Mike Averbach, Shirley Barnett, Fran Belzberg, Barry Glotman, Hodie Kahn, Jonathon Leipsic, Josephine Nadel, Michelle Pollock, Neil Pollock, Lisa Pullan, Lana Marks Pulver, Alvin Wasserman
JWest Corp
Responsible for the management of campus construction.
CHAIRS David Porte (Chair) Joe Khalifa (Vice Chair)
DIRECTORS Andrew Abramowich, Chris Andison, Michael Berkson, Alfonso Ergas, Phil Gertsman, Geoff Glotman, Mark Gurvis, Mike Harris, Lana Marks Pulver, Lawrence Zimmering
Staff supporting the JWest project
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Eldad Goldfarb
Executive Director, JCC
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Seth Goldsweig
Head of School, KDHS
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Ezra S. Shanken
CEO, Jewish Federation
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Maurice Ouellette
Vice President – Development, JWest
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Hayden Kremer
Project Coordinator, JWest
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Roni Greif
Director of Finance, JWest
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Emily Pritchard
Capital Campaign Director, JWest
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Anna du Bois
Donor Stewardship Officer, JWest
Our consultants
Given the scale of our project and its significance for the redevelopment of the Oakridge neighbourhood, we have assembled a dedicated team of consultants and experts to ensure its timely and on-budget delivery. Our focus is on providing the best value for our community, the generous donors who have made it possible, and Greater Vancouver. This project, rooted in Jewish values, is designed to benefit everyone, reflecting our commitment to creating a lasting impact that extends beyond our community.
