Looking Back on Year One: The State of Baltimore Jewry
An ACHARAI Fellows Program Alumni Event
Join your fellow ACHARAI alumni for an intimate conversation with Andrew Cushnir, President and CEO of The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore, moderated by Na’aleh’s Director of Leadership Innovation, Andrea Hendler
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Andrew Cushnir is the President and Chief Executive Officer of The Associated, having started in the role in May 2024. He is the eighth person to serve in this role since The Associated’s founding over 100 years ago. Andrew brings a wealth of experience and a profound dedication to strengthening and enriching the Jewish community to his role. His journey within the Jewish Federation system began as a passionate lay leader and volunteer before he transitioned into serving as a professional. He worked for the Jewish Federation of Los Angeles for twenty years, including in the roles of Chief Planning and Program Officer and Chief Development Officer. During this time, Andrew played a crucial role in reshaping the allocation process and fostering a culture of collaboration and partnership and he also led all annual, project and emergency fundraising, as well as planned giving efforts. As a member of the Federation’s executive team, he also addressed complex community and organizational issues. He is a native Californian and excited about his new chapter in Baltimore. Andrew and his wife Sharon Spira-Cushnir, a seasoned nonprofit human services executive, are the proud parents of two children in their early 20s.
