Gary Brandt
Executive Director
Gary Brandt is a seasoned outdoorsman, cyclist, and foodie who brings a big smile and growth-oriented approach to all…
Rabbi David Cohen-Henriquez
Rabbi - Kashrut Oversight
Born and raised in Panama City, Panama, Rabbi David Cohen-Henriquez brings a diverse, multicultural perspective and…
Shelley Freed
Chief Advancement Officer
As the Director of Development & Leadership Annual Gifts, Shelley leads all fundraising efforts for Tulane Hillel. She is…
Jacob Stroman
Operations Director
As the Operations Director, Jacob oversees day to day operations of the Mintz Center. He serves as a liaison for Tulane Professors and…
Lillie Yalowitz
Development Manager
Lillie was born in Chicago and moved to Nashville, TN, with her family at the age of seven. Though raised in the South, she proudly considers herself a Midwesterner with Southern manners.
Allie Nork
Director of Engagement
Allie Nork is a connector, creator, and lifelong lover of Jewish community. She currently serves as the Student Engagement Manager….
Batel Asmare
Israel Fellow
Originally from Ethiopia, Batel moved to Israel as a child and has been in love with it ever since. She’s a recent graduate with a…
Abbie Mintz
Innovation Fellow
Abbie Mintz is a creator, storyteller, and lover of Jewish ritual and tradition. A California native, she grew up in Santa Barbara, moved to the Bay Area…
Gertrude “Gertie” Freed
Official Office Dog
Gertrude, or Gertie to her friends, is the official office (and unofficial therapy) dog of Tulane Hillel. Known for her shaggy hair and playful personality, she’s a very good girl. Always on the lookout for treats, she loves snuggling, sneaking into classes, charming students