About Me

Born in Rochester, NY, in the Highland Park neighborhood, my early life centered around the values of community and connection, principles instilled by my family and nurtured through active participation in a vibrant Jewish community.

I was fortunate to have the opportunity to attend the Genesee Community Charter School kindergarten through sixth grade. GCCS both inspired me through exploratory learning and introduced me to lifelong friends. GCCS laid the foundation of my passion for public service by exposing us to some many aspects of our commmunity and world. From field trips testing the water of the Genesee River to attending local performances and exploring community parks, these experiences ignited a passion for public places and community building. 

From there I went to The School of the Arts which added another dimension to that early education. Performing in the orchestra, participating in high school musicals, or competing in sports like swimming, cross country, and golf, developed my teamwork and taught me that healthy competition is about personal growth. Being surrounded by the arts emphasized the values of collaboration, discipline, and continuous self-improvement. 

High school served as the launching pad for my organizing efforts. Engagement with United Synagogue Youth (USY) opened doors to event planning and leadership. Starting with local chapter events and progressing into regional roles, provided hands-on experience in streamlining operations, enhancing communication, and supporting fellow youth leaders.

Working outside of school and a gap year broadened my perspective on service and civic responsibility. Working as a nanny, preschool camp counselor, and lifeguard offered real-world insights into diverse community needs, while the Nativ gap year program in Israel deepened my connection to heritage. Studying at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem and living in a small desert town further exposed me to community needs while I beautified community spaces and volunteered in the local ambulance service.

Entering college and choosing American University marked a deliberate step toward immersing myself in government and public service. Internships on Capitol Hill provided direct exposure to the legislative process, while involvement in campus clubs and work in the Recreation and Fitness department sharpened my leadership, teamwork, and communication skills. These experiences reinforced the critical importance of civic engagement and laid a solid foundation for my professional journey.

Graduating in May 2020 amid a global pandemic set the stage for a career focused on local civic engagement and education. Experience at the Monroe County Democratic Committee honed my skills in public communication and resource management, equipping me to tackle the challenges of an evolving political landscape.

While I loved my work at the party I chose to take a step to a more direct form of public service at the Monroe County Board of Elections where I worked my way up to Public Information Officer. Outside of work I became President of Monroe County Young Democrats where I worked to create a sustainable place for young people to enter politics in Monroe County. Now it is July 2025 and I am going through a new transition. 

Starting this month I have gotten the opportunity & responsiblity of being the Executive Director of the Monroe County Democratic Committee. I am excited to dive into local organizing and Democratic politics. The goal is to build a bigger and better party, to build on the work of those who came before us & to do my part to have the future & country we all deserve.