Our Team
Meet the driving force behind the
IDF Lounge—people who bring care, expertise and heart to every interaction.
Honorary Committee
Rabbi Yehuda Krinsky
Chairman of Chabad‑Lubavitch educational and social services. His lifelong dedication to Jewish outreach and communal welfare inspires our mission.
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Hon. Ambassador David Friedman
Former U.S. Ambassador to Israel and advocate for strong Israel‑U.S. relations. He offers strategic counsel and friendship.
Rabbi Shmuel Rabinowitz
Rabbi of the Western Wall (Kotel), who brings spiritual leadership and a deep connection to Jerusalem.
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Rabbi Doron Peretz
Head of the World Mizrachi movement. His passion for Zionism and community building resonates with our work.
MK Ohad Tal
Member of the Knesset whose involvement highlights the importance of supporting reservist families.
MK Debby Biton
Member of the Knesset and advocate for social welfare. Her participation reflects broad communal support.
These honorary members lend their prestige and moral support, helping raise awareness of the lounge’s vital mission.
Advisory Committee
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Dr. Lisa Aiken
Clinical psychologist and author with extensive experience in trauma, parenting and relationship counseling. She advises on therapeutic programming and family‑support initiatives.
Steven Glazer
Business leader and philanthropist who offers insight on organizational development and strategic planning.
Oded Hammerman
Community activist and entrepreneur whose grassroots perspective informs our outreach and volunteer engagement.
Aaron Schmidt
Financial professional and longtime supporter of IDF families. He guides our financial‑literacy workshops and resource allocation.
Together, our advisory and honorary committee members ensure that the IDF Lounge remains responsive, sustainable and aligned with the needs of reservist families.
Our work is enriched by the wisdom and guidance of two groups of distinguished leaders.