Adam Seidenberg
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Adam shows up for people-for his friends, his family, for his community. He is that connector who strives to bring people together-in the Jewish community and beyond.
His first board role was at the Young Leaders Fund, a venture philanthropy arm of the Chicago Community Trust, where he supported emerging nonprofits and co-chaired the board for two years.
Adam later joined the JUF YLD board, recently serving as chair of the Gesher subcommittee, and then expanding his impact through the JUF Health and Human Services subcommittee.
As a real estate professional, he is passionate about mentoring the next generation of professionals, by supporting students considering careers in real estate or through supporting early career professionals through the JUF Lewis Summer Intern Program.
He serves on the board of Camp Ramah in Wisconsin, a special place to Adam that helped shape his Jewish identity during his many years as both a camper and counselor.
Adam also regularly reads Torah at Shtiebel, a traditional egalitarian minyan.
AGE:
32
PRONOUNS:
He/him/his
PRIMARY GIG:
Vice President of Senior Housing Investments at JDI Realty
ON THE SIDE:
Walking on the lake, hiking in national parks, waiting for Chicago summers
SOMETHING MOST PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT ME:
I spent a gap year based in Israel, traveling to 15 countries to explore global and Jewish history firsthand. It was one of the coolest and most fun years of my life.
A JEW WHO INSPIRES YOU:
Both of my grandfathers inspired me through their unwavering dedication to the Jewish community. Though they expressed their Judaism differently, through varying levels of observance, they shared a deep commitment to uplifting others. They gave generously of their time and resources, supporting countless causes because they believed in strengthening Jewish life in all its forms. My Papa and Saba provided a powerful example and a clear path for how I strive to live my life.
YOUR BEST PIECE OF ADVICE:
Decisions do not need always need to be right or wrong, but they need to be thoughtful. Decisions matter and moments matter.
