About The American Technion Society

The American Technion Society (ATS) is a dynamic, mission‑driven organization that plays a defining role in advancing one of the world’s great scientific institutions. Founded in 1940, ATS serves as the principal U.S. philanthropic partner and ambassador of the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology, mobilizing American leadership, investment, and influence to propel scientific discovery, innovation, and global impact.

With its headquarters in New York City, ATS operates through a national platform including regional offices, volunteer leadership, and a broad network of committed supporters across the country. Its constituency spans visionary philanthropists, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, scientists, alumni, and emerging innovators—individuals united by a belief in the power of science and technology to shape a better future. ATS is both a steward of long‑standing relationships and a catalyst for engaging the next generation of supporters who are motivated by impact, innovation, and global relevance.

Over more than eight decades, ATS has raised billions of dollars to support the Technion’s most critical priorities. These investments have enabled the recruitment and retention of world‑class faculty, expanded access to education through scholarships and fellowships, fueled pioneering research across disciplines, and financed state‑of‑the‑art academic, research, and student life facilities. ATS philanthropy has been instrumental in strengthening the Technion’s global competitiveness and in accelerating the translation of scientific breakthroughs into real‑world solutions that benefit Israel and the international community.

ATS’s work extends well beyond traditional fundraising. The organization functions as a strategic partner to Technion leadership, aligning philanthropic strategy with institutional vision and long‑term academic priorities. It plays a vital role in shaping and communicating the Technion’s story in the United States—articulating its relevance to global challenges such as healthcare innovation, climate resilience, food and water security, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and sustainable energy. Through regular meetings, missions, events, and thought leadership, ATS brings the Technion’s impact to life and positions it at the center of conversations about innovation and societal progress.

Equally important, ATS serves as a powerful bridge between American philanthropy and Israeli innovation. It strengthens ties between U.S. and Israeli academic, scientific, and business communities, fostering collaboration and partnership across borders. In doing so, ATS helps ensure that the Technion remains at the forefront of the global innovation ecosystem and that its discoveries and talent continue to influence industries and societies worldwide.

At its core, the American Technion Society is an organization defined by focus, ambition, credibility, and purpose. It operates at the intersection of higher education, philanthropy, technology, and global engagement, supporting not only a university, but a vision of how science and technology can improve lives and secure the future. As the Technion continues to expand its global footprint and confront increasingly complex challenges, ATS stands as an essential partner in translating bold ideas into lasting impact.

About the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology

The Technion – Israel Institute of Technology is widely recognized as Israel’s leading scientific and technological university and among the world’s foremost institutions of applied research and innovation. Located in Haifa, the Technion has been a cornerstone of Israel’s development for more than a century, educating the architects of the nation’s infrastructure, the pioneers of its high‑tech economy, and the innovators behind some of its most transformative breakthroughs.

From engineering and computer science to medicine, biotechnology, sustainable energy, and national defense, Technion research and talent shape industries and improve lives across the globe. Its alumni populate the highest levels of leadership in government, academia, and multinational corporations, while its faculty push the frontiers of knowledge through interdisciplinary research and commercialization. The Technion’s entrepreneurial ecosystem has launched countless startups, forged deep partnerships with global industry, and helped define Israel’s identity as the “Start‑Up Nation.”

A global university in both outlook and footprint, the Technion collaborates with leading academic and research institutions on multiple continents. Its commitment to excellence, innovation, and societal impact has earned it a reputation as a place where bold ideas move rapidly from the lab to the marketplace—and where science is harnessed in service of humanity.

Beyond its global academic standing, the Technion plays a defining role in Israel’s economic resilience, technological leadership, and national security. Technion alumni and faculty have been instrumental in developing many of the advanced technologies that protect Israeli citizens each day, spanning cybersecurity, defense systems, medical innovation, and emergency response. At a moment of heightened global and regional complexity, the Technion stands as both a source of life‑saving innovation and a symbol of Israel’s capacity to meet existential challenges through science, ingenuity, and human capital.

Equally central to the Technion’s identity is its longstanding commitment to inclusion and shared society. Since opening its doors in 1924, the Technion has welcomed students regardless of religion, race, nationality, or gender, a tradition that continues today. The university serves one of the most diverse student bodies in Israel, including a significant population of Israeli Arab students who learn, live, and innovate alongside their peers in a campus culture defined by mutual respect, academic rigor, and coexistence. This model of excellence and inclusion has positioned the Technion not only as a technological powerhouse, but as a vision of what Israeli society can achieve at its best.

A Distinctive Partnership

ATS and the Technion are independent institutions with distinct governance structures, yet they are inseparably linked by mission, trust, and shared aspiration. The Technion sets academic vision and scientific priorities; ATS mobilizes the philanthropic resources, leadership engagement, and strategic support required to bring that vision to life in the United States. This partnership, refined over generations, has been instrumental in the Technion’s ascent as a global innovation powerhouse.

Through close alignment with Technion leadership, ATS translates institutional priorities into transformational investment opportunities, ensuring that American philanthropy drives maximum impact. The relationship is not transactional, but deeply collaborative: ATS helps shape long‑term capacity, strengthen global competitiveness, and expand the Technion’s influence far beyond Israel’s borders.

Together, the American Technion Society and the Technion represent a bold model of philanthropy in action—one that unites scientific excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and global responsibility. At a time when innovation is essential to solving the world’s most complex problems, this partnership remains a vital force for progress, resilience, and hope.

 Purpose of the Position

• Set and articulate a compelling long‑term vision for ATS that reflects its mission, strategic objectives, scale, and ambition as the principal philanthropic gateway to the Technion in the United States.
• Partner with the Board and senior leadership to translate strategic priorities into clear goals, measurable outcomes, and executable plans that drive sustained growth and impact.
• Anticipate emerging trends in philanthropy, higher education, science, and geopolitics, and adapt organizational strategy to ensure ATS’s continued relevance and leadership.
• Lead the organization through periods of growth, modernization, and change with clarity, discipline, and confidence, balancing innovation with institutional continuity.
• Ensure that ATS operates with a long‑term perspective, focused on durability, scalability, and mission impact over the coming decade.
• Lead the American Technion Society through a period of organizational evolution, addressing challenges including donor concentration, changing philanthropic behaviors, geopolitical complexity, and increased competition for charitable attention.

• Serve as a trusted partner to Technion leadership, fostering a close, collaborative, and transparent relationship grounded in shared purpose and mutual respect.
• Position ATS as the Technion’s primary point of entry in the United States, ensuring seamless engagement with donors, partners, and stakeholders.
• Align ATS fundraising priorities and messaging with the Technion’s academic, research, and institutional objectives, translating complex needs into compelling philanthropic opportunities.
• Facilitate meaningful engagement between Technion faculty and American supporters, strengthening donor confidence and deepening understanding of the university’s impact.
• Ensure consistent communication and alignment across ATS and Technion leadership to support long‑term institutional success.

• Serve as Fundraiser‑in‑Chief, leading the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major, principal, and transformational gifts.
• Build trusted, long‑term relationships with major donors – individuals, families, and foundations – grounded in credibility, curiosity, and purpose.
• Partner closely with the Chief Development Officer to strengthen ATS’s fundraising infrastructure, pipeline discipline, and portfolio strategy.
• Scale ATS beyond its current donor base by diversifying fundraising strategies, expanding national reach, and strengthening pipelines for major, mid‑level, and emerging supporters.
• Engage and activate next‑generation philanthropists, developing new engagement models that resonate with younger donors and families while maintaining strong relationships with long‑standing supporters.
• Communicate a clear and compelling case for investment that answers donors’ core questions about urgency, impact, and opportunity.

• Serve as the primary public representative and spokesperson for ATS, elevating its national presence and reputation.
• Strengthen relationships with donors, foundations, corporations, communal partners, and volunteer leaders across the United States and internationally.
• Position ATS as a trusted access point to world‑class science, technology, and innovation emerging from Israel and the Technion.
• Represent ATS with confidence and sophistication in public forums, donor gatherings, and strategic convenings.
• Broaden and deepen awareness of the Technion’s role in addressing global challenges through science and technology.

• Work in close partnership with the Board of Directors to advance ATS’s mission, strategy, and fiduciary responsibilities.
• Keep the Board well‑informed on organizational performance, opportunities, and risks, enabling sound decision‑making and strategic oversight.
• Support the development and engagement of Board members as ambassadors, advisors, and philanthropic leaders.
• Collaborate with Board leadership on governance best practices, succession planning, and long‑term organizational health.
• Foster a relationship with the Board characterized by trust, transparency, and shared accountability.

• Provide overall executive leadership of ATS, overseeing core functions including Development, Marketing and Communications, Finance, Human Resources, and Donor Relations.
• Build, inspire, and retain a high‑performing senior leadership team capable of executing strategy at scale
• Establish clear expectations, performance standards, and accountability across the organization while fostering collaboration and shared ownership of results.
• Ensure strong financial management, operational discipline, and scalable systems to support long‑term growth.
• Cultivate a culture shared by board members and staff that is mission‑driven, inclusive, professional, and performance‑oriented, reflecting ATS’s values and aspirations.

• A minimum of fifteen years of progressive senior leadership experience within complex nonprofit, philanthropic, academic, scientific, or mission‑driven organizations, with demonstrated responsibility for enterprise‑level outcomes.
• Proven success as a senior fundraising leader, including a sustained track record of securing major, principal, and transformational gifts from high‑net‑worth and ultra‑high‑net‑worth individuals and families.
• Demonstrated ability to personally cultivate, solicit, and steward donors, with the presence, credibility, and commitment to build enduring philanthropic relationships.
• Experience serving as an organization’s senior ambassador or chief external representative, engaging confidently with donors, volunteer leaders, academic partners, and public‑facing stakeholders.
• A record of working closely with a governing board or comparable body on strategy, governance, and accountability, with an appreciation for effective board–executive partnership.
• Demonstrated success building, leading, and mentoring high‑performing leadership teams while strengthening organizational systems, processes, and infrastructure.
• Experience overseeing multifaceted operations, including finance, development, communications, and human resources, with a commitment to fiscal discipline and institutional sustainability.
• Competence operating in international or cross‑border contexts, with the judgment and cultural awareness required to navigate complex and sophisticated stakeholder environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through periods of institutional or reputational complexity, including navigating donor relations, public discourse, and stakeholder engagement in politically or emotionally charged environments.
• Intellectual curiosity and a working understanding of science, technology, innovation, or research‑driven organizations, with the ability to translate complex ideas into compelling narratives is helpful.
• A bachelor’s degree is required; advanced academic preparation or equivalent experience is preferred.

• A deep commitment to advancing scientific excellence, innovation, and Israel’s economic and existential security through philanthropy, coupled with a clear sense of purpose that inspires trust, loyalty, and collective action.
• The ability to think expansively and analytically, synthesizing complex information, anticipating global trends, and translating ambitious ideas into clear, long‑term strategies.
• Exceptional emotional intelligence and sound judgment, enabling the cultivation of authentic, enduring relationships with donors, academic leaders, institutional partners, staff, and diverse communities across the United States and Israel.
• Cultural fluency and a global perspective, operating effectively across international and cross‑cultural contexts with diplomacy, curiosity, and respect, and reinforcing ATS’s role as a vital bridge between American philanthropy and Israeli innovation.
• An appreciation for Israel’s complexity and an understanding of the Technion’s unique role in advancing national resilience, innovation, and inclusive excellence.
• The maturity to engage donors, staff, and partners who hold a range of perspectives on Israel, the Middle East, and the role of philanthropy, without compromising ATS's mission or values.
• Agility and resilience in complex environments, embracing innovation, welcoming innovative approaches, and remaining steady and solution-oriented amid change and uncertainty.
• Uncompromising integrity and transparent leadership, modeling principled decision‑making, accessibility, and consistency while ensuring ATS’s work reflects accountability, inclusivity, and alignment with its global mission.
• A demonstrated commitment to inclusive, high‑performance leadership, setting clear expectations, inspiring excellence, and motivating donors, fundraisers, and Technion faculty through authentic passion for the Technion’s mission and long‑term impact.

• Chief Campaign Operations & Stewardship Officer
• Chief Development Officer
• Chief Financial Officer
• Chief Marketing Officer
• Chief People Officer