Leah joins Leading Edge as the Senior Associate for Finance and Operations where she works with the team to translate operational and financial insights into program and strategy. Leah previously served as the Executive Programs fellow where she helped plan and manage our executive programs in addition to supporting the growing number of Leading Edge program participants and community members. Prior to joining Leading Edge, Leah worked for the American Jewish Committee’s Project Interchange. 

Here are a few Q&As to help you get to know her.

What drew you to Leading Edge?

I've been involved with the Jewish community my whole life and started off my professional career in Jewish organizations. I was so excited to join a team that values the important work of Jewish professionals and strives to make our workplaces the best they can be. And now I feel so lucky to be moving into a full time role at Leading Edge after an amazing 6 months in the fellow role.

What does a “great place to work” mean to you?

A great place to work is somewhere that I can be myself. I love being productive and challenging myself professionally, but also value being able to create close connections with colleagues and getting to know each other as humans.

What are you looking forward to most about your new position?

I just completed my MBA and love working with numbers. I'm excited to put my financial skills to work and learn some more Excel tricks.

What’s the best advice you’ve ever received? 

The best advice I have received is that my voice is important and I should make myself heard.

What’s your favorite place to travel?

I love traveling and exploring Israel. My trip this past winter was canceled so I'm hoping to make it back soon! 

What's the best TV show, movie, book, or podcast you've consumed in the last year?

In the past year I learned that with going to school full time and working I needed an outlet in my entertainment. I found that I can relax with mindless TV like the Bachelor or Below Deck, but still stay true to myself with my spreadsheet tracking how the Bachelor contestants do on the show.