Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Hartford

Announces New Members to its Board of Trustees

Four community leaders have joined the Board of Trustees for the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Hartford.

I. Bradley Hoffman has earned numerous accolades for his community service and business leadership. As co-chairman of the Hoffman Auto Group, Bradley oversees one of the most successful and reputable automotive retail groups in the country with locations in East Hartford, Avon/West Simsbury, New London, and Waterbury, CT. In 2023, Bradley was honored as the Connecticut Dealer of the Year Award and the TIME Magazine Quality Dealer of the Year Award and Finalist. Bradley also earned the Hartford Business Journal Lifetime Achievement Award.

He also was honored for his support of nonprofit organizations including the Gala Excellence Award from the National Arthritis Foundation; Circle of Hope Award from Easter Seals; Torch of Liberty from the Anti-Defamation League; and James B. Lyon Award from his alma mater, Kingswood Oxford School.

Bradley has been supporting the Jewish community for more than 20 years with an extensive list of leadership roles at the Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford (the Federation), including Chairman, First Vice President and President of the Board of the Federation; Vice Chairman and Chairman of the Federation’s General Campaign; Co-Chair of the Federation’s Major Gifts Mission; and a Member of Governance Committee.

In addition to serving on many local and national boards over the past 35 years, Bradley’s current Board appointments include: Co-Chair of the Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford Wallenberg Society; Life Trustee for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Hartford; Kingswood Oxford Trustee Emeriti; and Corporator for Hartford Hospital. He also serves on the board of directors for CT Automotive Retailers Association, Automotive Free International Trade Political Action Committee, and CT Hydrogen & Electric Automobile Purchase Rebate.

Bradley and his wife Kathy reside in Avon and are proud to have raised five children together. They are thrilled to now be the grandparents of three incredible grandchildren!

A native of Hartford, CT, Bradley is a 1978 graduate of Kingswood Oxford School in West Hartford and a 1982 graduate of Babson College in Wellesley, Massachusetts, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.

Joshua R. Feldman is a prestigious, award-winning member of the legal community. Josh is a Partner and Connecticut Family Law Attorney at Ruel, Ruel, Burns, Feldman & Britt Attorneys at Law in Hartford, where he concentrates his practice exclusively in Matrimonial and Family law. He represents clients throughout Connecticut in cases involving divorce, child custody and parenting plans, child support, alimony, and the distribution of property upon the dissolution of marriage. Josh’s practice includes handling various post-judgment matters such as modifications of alimony, child support, custody and visitation, and college education disputes.

A dedicated philanthropist and volunteer supporting Jewish Hartford, Josh is a member of the Grants Committee at the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Hartford. He is also a board member and Treasurer for the Mandell Jewish Community Center of Greater Hartford, as well as chair of the Development Committee and co-chair of JNext at the JCC. Josh is also a member of the Men’s Philanthropy Committee Member at the Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford, and a member of the Wexner Heritage Program New England 21 Class.

Honored as a New England Super Lawyers Rising Star® in Connecticut, Josh is a member of the Hartford County Bar Association and serves on the Connecticut Bar Association’s Executive Committee, Family Law Section. He is a former member of the Connecticut Bar Association Family Law Section COVID-19 Taskforce.

Josh and his wife Jillian reside in West Hartford.

Josh earned his Juris Doctor Degree Cum Laude, a Distinguished Academic Achievement Award and honors for Excellence in Clinical Work from Quinnipiac University School of Law in Hamden, Connecticut. He also earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business from the University of Connecticut in Storrs.

Jerry Rosenstock is an accomplished professional and volunteer with a diverse background as a strategic tax leader, attorney and executive. With a career spanning over 35 years at the firm of Ernst & Young (EY), Jerry played a crucial role in guiding clients through complex tax and financial matters. Jerry has demonstrated a consistent commitment to excellence and client service, earning accolades for his outstanding performance.

In his most recent role as a leader in EY’s Global Risk Organization, Jerry managed firm risks related to contractual matters, conflicts of interest, policy concerns, and other sensitive situations. He is well-versed in applying the rules set forth by various regulatory bodies and ensuring strict adherence to ethics and conflict resolution for business-related relationships.

Jerry’s expertise extends beyond the technical aspects of taxation; he is recognized as a subject matter expert and thought leader in the field, often sharing his knowledge through presentations and insights on complex tax topics. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Jerry possesses a diverse skill set that includes planning and execution, talent acquisition, organizational restructuring, business development, risk management, and team leadership.

With a passion for giving back to the community and making a positive impact, Jerry has dedicated his time and expertise to several non-profit organizations by helping them navigate financial and tax-related challenges.

Jerry and his wife Elise Rosenstock, of ElyseRyan Jewelry, reside in Avon and are members of Beth El Temple.  They have two daughters, Riayn Lavoie and Shani Schiano, and two granddaughters.

He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing and Economics from The Ohio State University and his Juris Doctor Degree from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, Cleveland State University. Jerry is a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Connecticut, Ohio, and Massachusetts, maintaining his CPA licensure since 1995.

Jill Dulitsky is a passionate philanthropist and entrepreneur who owns and operates a used car dealership and auto finance company. Prior to this business venture, Jill was a financial analyst for Microsoft in Seattle, WA, and for Credit Suisse First Boston in New York, London, and Boston, where she received her Chartered Financial Analyst certification. Jill is currently earning her certification as a business coach to entrepreneurs. 

A native of Madison, Connecticut, Jill has deep philanthropic roots in Greater Hartford’s Jewish community. She is a past board member of Journey Home, an organization that works to end homelessness, and at Solomon Schechter Day School, where her children received part of their education. She is also a past president of Temple Sinai in Newington, CT.

Jill is the chair-elect of the Board of the Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford, beginning September 7, 2023, and the current Chair of the Women’s Philanthropy Division. She also serves on the Jewish Federations of North America’s Board of Trustees and is a member of the National Women’s Philanthropy Board.

Jill earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA.  She and her husband Rob are proud members of Temple Sinai in Newington. They have two teenage children and the world’s best mutts, Milo and Henry.

 

ABOUT THE JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER HARTFORD

The Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Hartford (the Foundation) was founded in 1972 with an initial gift of $50,000. Thanks to the vision and generosity of individuals, families, businesses and organizations, past and present, the Foundation has $164 million in assets under management, 1,400 individual charitable funds, and grants approximately $4.4 million annually.

The Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Hartford unlocks the power of personalized and collective philanthropy to solve problems, strengthen community organizations and provide permanent support for Greater Hartford’s Jewish community. The nonprofit is a proud partner to the Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford and a member of the Connecticut Council for Philanthropy.

September 10, 2021 – Four community leaders have joined the Board of Trustees for the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Hartford. Merrill Mandell, Chair of the Governance Committee, presented the nominations at the Jewish Community Foundation’s recent annual meeting. The Board voted and approved the following: 

Naomi Baline Kleinman of West Hartford is a new Trustee of the Jewish Community Foundation. A seasoned corporate financial executive, Ms. Kleinman served in various leadership roles at The Phoenix Company, Inc., including Treasurer and Vice President, Investor Relations, Rating Agencies and Strategic Initiative, and Chief of Staff to the CEO. Prior to The Phoenix Company, Ms. Kleinman worked in various positions of increasing responsibility in Investments and Corporate Finance at Connecticut Mutual, including Second Vice President, Corporate Finance, with responsibility for rating advisory and corporate transactions.

A dedicated community volunteer, Ms. Kleinman is a member of and has served as Chair of the Endowment Committee of The Emanuel Synagogue. She also served as Treasurer of the Girl Scouts of Connecticut, President of the Charter Oak Cultural Center, and Secretary of the National Investor Relations Institute-Connecticut/Westchester Chapter.

Ms. Kleinman and her husband, Joel, are longtime, active members of The Emanuel Synagogue. 

A Chartered Life Underwriter, Ms. Kleinman earned her MBA from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, and earned her AB Cum Laude from Dartmouth College. 

Alan E. Solinsky, M.D., of West Hartford is a new Trustee of the Jewish Community Foundation. Dr. Solinsky is the CEO, Managing Partner and Founder of Solinsky EyeCare LLC, a private practice based in West Hartford with eight additional locations throughout Connecticut. He is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist and a Member and Diplomat of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the National Board of Medical Examiners.

An executive board member of the Connecticut Society of Eye Physicians, Dr. Solinsky was named one of America’s top Ophthalmologists by the Consumer Research Council of America, and named as one of Connecticut’s Top Doctors by Connecticut Magazine.

He engages in volunteer leadership activities including for the Alyn Children’s Hospital Israel Ride Fundraiser in 2019. That same year, Dr. Solinsky was the recipient of The Henry M. Zachs Spirit of Judaism award. He also was a former Board Chair at Solomon Schechter Day School, as well as a past board member and Chair of the school’s Fundraising and Scholarship Committees. He also was selected for the Solomon Schechter Ner Tamid Award in 2010. Dr. Solinsky has been an active participant on the two most recent Greater Hartford Jewish Federation men’s mission trips to Israel. He is also a supporter and Coach for the West Hartford Little League.

Dr. Solinsky and his wife, Susan Solinsky, APRN, are active members of Beth El Temple and the Young Israel of West Hartford. All three of their children attended Solomon Schechter Day School.

Dr. Solinsky earned his BA from Brandeis University and his MD from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. He trained at Hartford Hospital, Hahnemann University, and Saint Christopher’s Hospital for Children. He is a Clinical Instructor for the Department of Surgery at the University of Connecticut and Director of Research and Marketing at the Hartford Hospital Eye Surgery Center. He is also a graduate of the Hartford Healthcare Leadership program.

Dana Keller of West Hartford is the new ex-officio member of the Jewish Community Foundation.  A dedicated leader and fund-raising expert, Ms. Keller is the Board Chair of the Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford (Federation). Before assuming this position in September, , where she has served in various leadership roles in the community including for the Ms. Keller has been a member of Federation’s Board since 2017. She was the Ms. Keller served as Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy Chair from 2017-2019 and Chairperson of Federation’s Annual Campaign from 2019–2021. Ms. Keller is Vice Chair of the Federation’s Board and, in September 2021, will be elevated to Chair of the Board.

Ms. Keller co-chaired the joint Federation and Jewish Community Foundation’s Jewish Hartford Rapid Relief and Recovery Fund, which raised close to one million dollars for community needs in the wake of COVID 19.  

A champion of women’s philanthropy, Ms. Keller was co-Chair of Federation’s Voices 2015 Luncheon, “Empowering Women to Use their Collective Voice to Make a Difference,” where she arranged to have award-winning journalist Katie Couric as the keynote speaker. She is also a board member for Jewish Federation of North America (JFNA) and is a member of JFNA’s National Women’s Philanthropy. Ms. Keller served on the board of the Aurora Foundation for Women and Girls in Hartford for four years, and she was the co-Chair of Aurora’s Annual Breakfast

A strong supporter of the Greater Hartford community, Ms. Keller served a three-year term as a member of the Board at Watkinson School, in Hartford. Ms. Keller has also volunteered for the program ‘Read To Grow’ by delivering books to newborns at Saint Francis Hospital and she tutored young children at Batchelder School in Hartford, through the Hartford Coalition for Jewish Literacy.

Ms. Keller and her husband Jonathan are active members of Beth El Synagogue. They have two daughters, Lilly and Sasha.

A former assignment editor for NBC and CBS news affiliates in Washington, D.C., Ms. Keller earned her BA in Journalism from The University of Maryland.

David Miller of West Hartford is a Life Trustee of the Jewish Community Foundation. An actuary by trade, Mr. Miller worked for 35 years at Travelers, rising to Vice President and Chief Actuary. Over the next 13 years, he specialized in money management and investments for insurance companies, serving both as a Senior Vice President for Citigroup and Managing Director for Conning Asset Management. 

An active community leader, Mr. Miller served several terms as a Board member for Congregation Beth Israel (CBI), the Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford, and the West Hartford Pension Board. In 2006, Mr. Miller joined the Board of Trustees of the Jewish Community Foundation, while also serving as Chair of the Investment Committee. He was appointed as a Vice Chair in his second term and was elevated in 2012 to Board Chair, a position he held for four years. During that time, Mr. Miller also co-chaired the Aim Chai Community Endowment Campaign, which raised $40 million.

After completing his term as Board Chair, Mr. Miller remained active with the Foundation and in the community, serving on a variety of task forces and committees, including chairing the Foundation’s Governance Committee and remaining on the Investment Committee. He also participated in the joint Foundation/Federation Jewish Cemeteries Task Force, 403(b) Review Panel, Long-Range Planning Committee and Rapid Relief and Recovery Fund Grants Committee. He recently joined the Federation’s Jewish Free Loan Fund Committee and CBI’s LIFE & LEGACY Team.

Mr. Miller and his wife, Lauri, are active members of CBI. They have two children and one grandchild.

A Fellow in the Society of Actuaries in the 1970s, Mr. Miller earned his MBA in Finance from the University of Hartford. He also earned his BA in Math and his BA in Economics from Kansas University.  

ABOUT THE JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER HARTFORD

The Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Hartford (the Foundation) was founded in 1972 with an initial gift of $50,000. Thanks to the vision and generosity of individuals, families, businesses and organizations, past and present, the Foundation currently has $168 million in assets under its management and stewards grants of approximately $4.6 million annually.

The Foundation unlocks the power of personalized and collective philanthropy to solve problems, strengthen community organizations and provide permanent support for Greater Hartford’s Jewish community. The nonprofit is a proud partner to the Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford and a member of the Connecticut Council for Philanthropy.

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