Amiad is the CEO of Herut Center, and the publisher of the Hebrew-language intellectual journal, Hashiloach. He served for several years as the chief executive of his native settlement of Eli and as the head of the Business and Industry Innovation departments of the Mateh Binyamin Development Company. He is also a partner in several business initiatives in the fields of security and technology.

Rabbi Pfeffer has served as a Rabbinical judge, community rabbi, moderator of an international Jewish-law website, and chief editor of the Ner LeElef program. He has written extensively on Jewish law and thought, and lectures widely in Israel and abroad. He holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees (summa cum laude) in Law from Hebrew University, clerked at the Supreme Court of Israel, and lectures at Hebrew University. He lives in Ramot with his wife and eight children.

Aylana Meisel is the founding chair and now executive director of the Israel Law & Liberty Forum. She has held a variety of senior positions at the Herut Center, developing the mission, strategy, and projects for both the Tikvah Fund and the Herut Center. Aylana obtained her JD from Georgetown University and her BA in Jewish Studies from Queens College. She is the host of the JNS podcast “Basic Law,” co-founder of the Jewish Coalition for Religious Liberty, and serves on the advisory board of the Tikvah Fund Legal Fellowship.

Ronen is the founder and dean of the Argaman Institute. He has an MA in Jewish Thought from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and a PhD from the Sorbonne. He founded and chaired the Im Tirtzu movement, helped lead other major Jewish and Zionist organizations, and founded a successful start-up.

Dr. Sagi Barmak is the Editor-in-Chief of Hashiloach and Director of the Adam Smith Program at the Argaman Institute. He is also a founder of the Exodus Program for Conservative Political Thought. Dr. Barmak holds a PhD in American History from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. A reserve officer in a forward-operating medical company, he previously worked as a civics and history teacher.

Raphael has worked as a senior development manager in Israel’s non-profit sector for over a decade. A US-trained lawyer, he has extensive experience in public policy, journalism, and academia. With an MA from Hebrew University in Political Science, Raphael is currently a PhD candidate at Bar Ilan University.

Dalya holds a BA in Finance and Economics from York University and has built her career in Finance and Operations Management within the non-profit sector, where she has focused on improving financial management, planning, budgeting, and operational efficiency.

Yaakov Twito is the Director of Digital Strategy at the Herut Center for Israeli Liberty. He is responsible for the center’s digital outputs, managing technological tools, building and operating websites, and overseeing social media activities. Additionally, he is in charge of IT and is part of the center’s event production team. Yaakov holds a Bachelor’s degree in Special Education and, prior to joining the Herut Center, worked for about seven years in the education system.

Hodaya Ovadia, Executive Assistant to CEO and External Relations Coordinator, supports resource development for the Herut Center for Israeli Liberty and is initiating a development program for the Haredi community. She holds a bachelor’s degree in social sciences, and is a mother of six.

Eden is the External Relations Manager for the Executive Director’s Office. She previously served as an event producer at the Israeli Knesset.

Yael is a multidisciplinary designer with nearly 30 years of experience in the industry. She holds a degree as a Printing Engineer and a programming certificate.

Elkanah Gitlin is a photographer, video and sound editor, and manages the technical aspects of the stage as well as the video and audio systems at the center’s events. Prior to his work at the center, he was involved in film production for movies, TV series, and commercials. Elkana is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree at the Open University.

Yossi Oz has been the facility manager of the Herut Center for Israeli Liberty for 7 years. A Jerusalem native and a professional carpenter, he previously worked as a caretaker at the Prime Minister’s Office, the President’s Residence, and the National Security Council (NSC). Yossi is a proud grandfather of 27 grandchildren.