instilled in her a deep appreciation for education, tikkun olam, and community engagement. Giselle serves on The Jewish Education Project’s Executive Committee, chairs the Governance Committee, and actively contributes to Nominations, HR, Advancement, and Strategy initiatives.

Giselle’s early education at Denver’s Hillel Academy ignited her passion for Jewish learning. She earned master's degrees in Organizational Behavior and Applied Psychology from Boston University, which fueled a successful corporate and consulting career, including her role as Vice President of Global Human Resources and Technology at Merrill Lynch, where she honed expertise in strategy and governance.

Giselle has served in leadership positions across numerous Jewish organizations such as The Leffell School, AIPAC New Leadership Network, AIPAC Women’s Council, J-Teen, and more. She continues to serve on the boards of the JCC of Mid-Westchester, UJA’s Network Allocations Committee, and UJA Westchester Advisory Board, where she is the immediate past chair.

Giselle and her husband, Alan, are the proud parents of three incredible children—Lauren, Jack, and Nicole—all graduates of The Leffell School. Their children’s active involvement in Jewish life underscores the family’s strong foundation in Jewish education and values.