Stronger Together: Rethinking Leadership in Today’s Jewish Community
The Jewish communal landscape is complex, and it requires both professional and lay leaders to work in true partnership to navigate change and meet emerging challenges together. Jewish Leadership 2.0 creates a rare and valuable space for leaders to slow down, connect, communicate, and engage in practical, shared learning.
Larry Ziffer, facilitator of Jewish Leadership 2.0, shares what he hopes participants will gain from this experience and why this kind of collaborative leadership has never been more important.
Jewish Leadership 2.0: A Conversation on Leadership Today
How would you describe the experience participants can expect?
Jewish Leadership 2.0 is an interactive program that blends theory, principles, and practice to help leaders thrive in a changing world. Each session introduces leadership concepts, allows time for peer learning, and includes a hands-on leadership lab to put ideas into action.
Today’s leaders are defined less by tenure and more by how they lead—showing empathy, adaptability, and the ability to build meaningful relationships.
What core skills or mindsets will participants take away?
Participants explore the moral responsibilities of leadership, ethical decision-making, and long-term accountability to their communities. The program emphasizes leading with purpose and adaptability, while learning from the collective experience of everyone in the room.
If someone is on the fence about registering, what would you say?
Leadership is a “people business”—your decisions impact others. Grounding those decisions in values ensures they are thoughtful and responsible. This program gives leaders space to tackle complex challenges, learn from peers, and strengthen the Jewish community by leading with empathy, listening, and strong relationships.
What role does community play in leadership?
Community is central. Leadership isn’t just about directing others; it’s about modeling responsibility and inviting others to step up. Being part of a group fosters accountability, shared growth, and a deeper sense of stewardship rooted in Jewish tradition.
