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VALOR

Thank you for joining us for an unforgettable evening to celebrate the remarkable impact of female leaders in Milwaukee’s Jewish community. This special evening was dedicated to recognizing the power of female leadership and philanthropy and its pivotal role in fostering positive change.

Event Co-Chairs: Debra Katz, Caroline Saucier Kravit, Jodi Sprinkmann, Carrie Steinberger

Sneak peek of the event photos!
Check out moments captured by our special guest photographer, Meg Strobel.
Click here to view event photos.

Event details:
Thursday, October 26, 2023 | 5:00 PM
The Trade Hotel | 420 W Juneau Ave

SHOP THE SHUK
Shop the shuk featuring local and regional, women-owned businesses and boutiques prior to dinner. Bring your friends, mothers, sisters, and daughters to enjoy this multigenerational night out.

BE INSPIRED
Hear from Ofi Osin-Cohen, who will share her personal story of resilience and the power of the Jewish community.

CELEBRATE
This year, we are honored to celebrate our annual Ann Agulnick Young Leadership Award Recipient, Leah Fiasca, and our inaugural Woman of Valor Award Recipients, Idy Goodman and Marlene Lauwasser.

Preview your shopping experience!

Unique accessories, beautiful jewelry, stylish home goods, delicious baked goods, this event is the perfect place to discover new treasures. Featuring local and regional women-owned businesses.

Canela-Canela
Chic accessories, clothing, and gifts for all ages

Empress Baking Co.
Salty and sweet treats for every taste bud

Curated Home Decor
Home decor curated from around the world

LYNKS
Handmade, chunky knit blankets and pillows

North Shore Jewelers
Beautiful, high-quality fine jewelry and watches

SHOP
Distinctive, trendy, and comfortable clothing

AWARD RECIPIENTS

 Leah Fiasca
Ann Agulnick Young Leadership Award

Idy Goodman
Woman of Valor Award

Marlene Lauwasser
Woman of Valor Award

GUEST SPEAKER

Ofi Osin-Cohen

Ofi Osin-Cohen currently serves as the Women’s Philanthropy Director for the Greater Miami Jewish Federation. Ofi started her career at the Miami Federation as a lay leader before transitioning to several professional roles in 1997. Before that, she received a Master’s degree in Social Work and worked as a psychotherapist for several years. As Women’s Philanthropy Director, she is responsible for overseeing fundraising efforts as well as a variety of outreach, leadership, and educational programs aimed at helping women leave their philanthropic mark. She has supervised other Federation divisions and serves as a mentor to younger colleagues.  

Ofi is a past recipient of the Federation’s Myron J. Brodie Award for Professional Excellence. She is also a member of the Miami JPRO program, a lifetime member of Hadassah, and has been involved in various community organizations, her synagogue, and children’s school over the years. She and her husband are the parents of three awesome children and two (so far) even more awesome grandchildren.

VALOR PLANNING COMMITTEE

Susan Angel Miller, Campaign Co-Chair
Tanya Arbit*, Women’s Philanthropy Chair
Marina Chester*
Judy Coran, Board Chair Elect
Amy Croen
Nicole Dermer
Amy Goldstein
Elizabeth Goldstein
Idy Goodman*
Samantha Gorelik
Barbara Grande
Sharon Grinker*
Rebecca Guralnick*, Women’s Philanthropy Campaign Chair
Susie Honigberg*
Debra Katz
Jennifer Kolsky*
Marlene Lauwasser*
Lindy Liberman
Roberta London
Joan Lubar, Board Chair

Rachael Marks*
Cheryl Moser*
Mindy Palay*
Sharyl Paley*
Ellen Pelz
Jill Plavnick*
Jenna Rabin
Sheryl Rubin
Julie Sadoff
Molly Sandock
Caroline Saucier Kravit
Yonina Schlussel
Jodi Sprinkmann
Carrie Steinberger*
Danielle Strauss
Diane Zall*
Andi Zimmerman*

*Women’s Philanthropy Board

PRESENTING PARTNER

CORPORATE PARTNERS

Questions? Contact Melissa Taylor at MelissaT@MilwaukeeJewish.org or (414) 390-5739