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Board and Committee Leadership

Opportunities at Beth El Synagogue


At Beth El Synagogue, volunteers are the heart and soul of our community. From our dedicated Board of Trustees to the countless individuals who lend their time and talents, volunteers play a vital role in shaping the vibrant tapestry of our congregation.

Our Board of Trustees, elected annually by the congregation, serves as the governing body of the synagogue. Members are encouraged to attend monthly board meetings and actively participate in committees aligned with their interests. Whether you’re passionate about education, social justice, or community outreach, there’s a place for you to make a difference at Beth El.

If you’re interested in joining a committee, simply reach out to the committee chair to learn more about how you can get involved. For those eager to take on a leadership role within the congregation, consider serving on the Board of Trustees. 

At Beth El Synagogue, we believe that everyone has something valuable to contribute. Join us in building a stronger, more vibrant community by lending your time, talents, and passion to our myriad programs and services.

Strategic Plan

In 2024, Beth El embarked on a strategic planning process to grow, adapt, and build upon our strengths. Recognizing the evolving needs of our community and the broader shifts in Jewish life, we asked ourselves critical questions: How do we ensure a vibrant Jewish future? How do we remain relevant while preserving what makes us special? Over six months, we engaged in an extensive and collaborative process—gathering input from over 680 touchpoints through surveys, town halls, workshops, focus groups, and interviews. The resulting plan is both a reflection of who we are and a bold vision for what we can become. 

Read Beth El's Strategic Plan

 

2025-2026 Board Officers:

President: Kevin Ginsberg
First Vice President: Tobin Freid
Second Vice President: Jereme Albin
Treasurer: Rob Granick
Recording Secretary: Tal Wittle
Immediate Past President: Dan Schnitzer

Board of Trustees:

Warren Bein
Mara Buchbinder
Naomi Ornstein Davis
Sue Gidwitz
Adam Goldstein
Jill Kaplan
Jessie Lunk
Santiago Olivella
Adam Schwartz
Corey Skolnick
Sue Slatkoff
Manny Spira
Kim Stein
Howie Wizwer

 

Committee Chairs:

  • Annual Campaign: Billie Skolnick & Carol Haynes
  • Art Committee: Sol Levine
  • Chevra Kadisha: Eric Lipp and Ted Snyderman
  • Community of Caring: Eliana Schonberg, Lauri Klein, Susan Springer
  • Development: Jill Kaplan
  • Finance: Rob Granick
  • Governance: Manny Spira
  • House: Sandy Berman
  • Interfaith Outreach: Lynne Grossman
  • Kol Koloteinu/LGBTQ Alliance: Krisha Miller
  • Life and Legacy: Nathan Bearman, Sheila Goldstein, Jeff Spinner-Halev
  • Lifelong Learning: Norma Gindes
  • Major Gifts: Jill Kaplan
  • Membership: Sandi Kronick and Allison Zarkin
  • Men of Beth El: Howie Wizwer, Steve Prince, Eric Lipp
  • Racial Justice/Durham CAN: Rachel Bearman and Aviva Starr
  • Ritual: Marshall Botvinick
  • Sisterhood: Lois Silver
  • Social Action: Pilar Rocha-Goldberg
  • Va'ad Hachinuch (Youth Education): Mara Buchbinder and Adi Molvin
  • Women's Tahara: Libby Vaughn
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