Brian Jaffee, Chair

Brian Jaffee has served in leadership roles in Jewish communal affairs for nearly 25 years. As the first Executive Director of the Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati, Brian helped to facilitate the dramatic expansion of their philanthropic capacity, developing new strategies for investing in priority funding areas. He also regularly networks and consults with other philanthropic foundations across North America. Brian has deep experience in leadership development training, working with thousands of students and other young activists through AIPAC and Young Judaea. Throughout his career, Brian has built bridges, inspired professional teams, cultivated strategic partnerships, and led numerous international study missions for young political leaders.