Leading Forward: Building Jewish Community in the Workplace
Tuesday, August 18 | 8:00 PM ET 5:00 PM PT
Facilitated by Steven Phillips, Executive Director & Founder, JewishERGs
As more Jewish professionals seek connection, belonging, and community in their workplaces, Jewish Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and workplace initiatives are becoming increasingly important spaces for engagement and leadership.
Join Steven Phillips, founder of JewishERGs, for an interactive workshop exploring how Jewish community can thrive in professional settings. Drawing on his experience transitioning from a career in technology to leading a national organization dedicated to supporting Jewish workplace communities, Steven will share practical lessons, common challenges, and inspiring examples of successful programming from organizations across industries.
Whether you're considering launching a Jewish ERG, growing an existing workplace community, or simply looking to better understand the role of Jewish engagement in the workplace, you'll leave with ideas, tools, and inspiration to help build meaningful connections where you work.
What You'll Learn
During this workshop, participants will:
Hear Steven's personal journey from the tech industry to Jewish community building.
Explore why building Jewish community in the workplace matters - and the impact it can have on employees and organizations.
Learn what a thriving Jewish workplace community can look like.
Discuss common roadblocks to creating and sustaining Jewish workplace initiatives, along with practical strategies for overcoming them.
Discover examples of creative and successful Jewish workplace programming from a variety of organizations.
Have the opportunity to ask questions during a live Q&A.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is designed for:
Jewish professionals interested in fostering community in their workplace.
Current or aspiring leaders of Jewish Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and affinity groups.
Managers and organizational leaders who want to create more inclusive and supportive workplace cultures.
Anyone interested in the intersection of Jewish identity, leadership, and professional life.
About the Facilitator
Steven Phillips is the Executive Director and Founder of JewishERGs, an organization dedicated to supporting and connecting Jewish Employee Resource Groups and workplace communities across North America. Combining his background in the technology sector with a passion for Jewish communal life, Steven helps organizations create meaningful opportunities for Jewish employees to connect, celebrate, and lead in the workplace.