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RABBI MIMON MAMANE
Rabbi Mamane was ordained at Lander College for Men - Beit Midrash L'Talmud in 2016 and holds a Bachelor's degree in psychology, a Master's degree in Judaic Studies, and Master's degree in Social Work, all from Touro College. Additionally, he currently works as a therapist at Mount Sinai Hospital and has previously worked as a therapist in various inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings. He understands the necessary components of a healthy synagogue life, and the deeply personal nature of the work of the professionals, volunteers, and congregants who commit themselves to the sacred task of building and sustaining a welcoming Jewish community. In all of his work, Rabbi Mamane is guided by deep Torah knowledge, rabbinic teachings, a passion for Israel, a drive for social justice and civic engagement, and remarkable empathy. He brings an adventurous spirit which has sustained him since his days at Yeshivat Netiv Aryeh and Lander College - Beit Midrash L'Talmud.
ERICA ROLO- PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Erica Rolo is Congregation Magen David of Manhattan's Program Director. She started working as a part-time administrator and is the main coordinator for Synagogue operations. She has since been working with CMDM for thirteen years and loves being a part of the community. Prior to her time at CMDM, she was working in Real Estate Development at Douglas Elliman and studied at The Fashion Institue of Technology where she received a Bachelor's degree in Business and Fashion Marketing.
LEOR ALKADAA- HAZAN
Leor Alkadaa is from Brooklyn, NY and grew up in the Syrian community. He graduated Yeshivah of Flatbush High School, Brooklyn College and Stony Brook University for medical school, and is continuing to train as a surgery resident.
Always passionate about music, he started singing at events and weddings locally and internationally, as well as
Passover and Rosh Hashanah holiday programs.
He gives back to the community through music and medicine and he strives to practice that every day of his life. We are excited to have Leor join the Magen David of Manhattan community where we will rejoice together on many happy occasions!
YOSSI ABRAHAM- MORNING TORAH TEACHER
Over the past 8 years, Yossi has been teaching young adults Talmud in both morning and evening classes. While maintaining those teaching jobs, Yossi has been working in midtown, holding a sales position in the home decor wholesale industry. Yossi currently resides with his wife and 4 kids in Brooklyn. During his free time, Yossi enjoys playing sports and exercising as well as spending time with the family. Understanding both the learning and working worlds, Yossi brings a unique universal approach to teaching that attracts students from all walks of life. Yossi has joined the MDM community in January and will be offering classes throughout the morning both on Perasha and Gemara.
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