Israel's Regional Embassy to the Midwest Region of the United States
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Chicago, IL 60661, US
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I was honored to join Governor JB Pritzker, along with Chicago's Jewish leadership, for the state menorah lighting and an early Hanukkah celebration. Hanukkah teaches us that even the smallest flame can dispel darkness. May the light of the menorah guide us toward the swift release of our hostages and the triumph of peace. Consulate General of Israel to the Midwest
The Israeli Consulate to the Midwest greatly appreciates Scott Hiipakka's work bringing Israeli companies to the Midwest and Michiganders to Israel. Thank you, Scott, for your 5+ years of grassroots, on the ground work alliance building and invigorating the Israeli and American economies. We wish you well on your journey!
To Partners, Supporters and Friends of the Michigan Israel Business Accelerator (MIBA), I am writing today to share that Scott Hiipakka, MIBA CEO, has accepted an executive-level position in the financial services sector, and will be transitioning to this new position at year end. While we’re of course disappointed, we are thrilled for Scott and his family for this new opportunity. The MIBA professional team and the board thank Scott for the exceptional growth and success of MIBA under his leadership. Over the past 5+ years, Scott and his team have generated over $20 million of combined economic activity between Michigan and Israel; established The Elevator, a first-of-its-kind landing zone for Israeli startups in the U.S.; and, perhaps most importantly, established the culture and operational framework to drive MIBA’s continued growth. The Board has asked Mark Davidoff, Founding MIBA Board Chair, to re-assume the interim leadership role, as he did during Scott’s military deployment in 2023, and to help define the key characteristics of MIBA’s next leader. Scott will support the transition, working with Mark and the team to close 2024 strong and continue that momentum into 2025. Our board is committed to MIBA’s mission and to growing its economic impact. Thank you to Scott and Mark for their leadership and dedication to the MIBA, and congratulations to Scott on his new role! Matt Elliott Board Chair
"Did you know that electric vehicles can be charged wirelessly? Electreon is another example of innovative Israeli companies meeting the challenges of today to build a better tomorrow. Congrats to UPS and great news from Michigan!" 🇮🇱🇺🇲⚡️
Congratulations to Israel-based Electreon on their partnership with UPS, the world’s largest package delivery company, to electrify Detroit’s delivery fleet through wireless charging! ⚡🚚 This impressive collaboration, in partnership with commercial EV manufacturer Xos Trucks, will integrate Electreon’s wireless charging technology into Xos Stepvans and include new installations of stationary wireless charging at a UPS facility in Detroit. This project aims to streamline operations, improve fleet efficiency, and demonstrate how wireless charging can lower the total cost of ownership for electrified commercial truck fleets, while advancing both sustainability and operational efficiency. 🌱🔋 This milestone reinforces Michigan’s leadership in mobility and sustainable technologies, showcasing why companies continue to choose to Make it in Michigan! Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/gJhr27gr Michigan Economic Development Corporation - Office of Future Mobility and Electrification Michigan Department of Transportation Michigan Central
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Today, we had the exciting opportunity to meet the new ShinShinim group that recently arrived to volunteer in Chicago. I was impressed by the enthusiasm and dedication of these young Israelis as they work to deepen the partnership between the State of Israel and the American Jewish community. Wishing them all the best of luck! Consulate General of Israel to the Midwest The Jewish Agency for Israel The iCenter
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Today, I was excited to launch the first media training seminar with Fuente Latina for the Chicago Latino Community. The Latino community plays a vital role in Chicago’s civic life, and over the past few years, we’ve built strong partnerships with many community leaders and organizations in the Windy City. Connecting and sharing Israel’s story through Spanish-speaking media is essential, and I’ve loved engaging with local outlets. I am confident that today’s seminar will expand the network of Chicagoans who can share our story in Spanish, strengthening the partnership and mutual understanding with Chicagoland's Latino communities! Special thanks to Fuente Latina’s Founder & CEO, Leah Soibel, for the invaluable partnership! Consulate General of Israel to the Midwest Elisha S. Breton, MA Grace Keathly
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I was privileged to once again join American Jewish Committee (AJC) leaders from across the Midwest for their annual diplomatic marathon, where we discussed recent developments in the Middle East. As we enter a critical time in the region, their outreach efforts are more crucial than ever. Thank you, AJC Chicago, for your steadfast partnership! Consulate General of Israel to the Midwest
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Congratulations to our many friends, Democrat and Republican members of Congress from the Midwest, who were re-elected for another term! Through your steadfast support, we will continue the bipartisan efforts to strengthen and deepen the enduring U.S.-Israel alliance. 🇺🇸🇮🇱 (Pictured are just a few of the many members of Congress who make this partnership strong!) Consulate General of Israel to the Midwest
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I was honored to join friends, leaders, and members of Chicago's Jewish and Latino communities for a night hosted by American Jewish Committee (AJC) in celebration of Martin Cabrera, Jr. Especially during these times, it was inspiring to come together, celebrating the rich diversity of this special city. Now more than ever, we should prioritize partnership and inclusion over hate. Sarah van Loon Consulate General of Israel to the Midwest Grace Keathly
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Our remarks following the revelation regarding the antisemitic statements of the new president of the Chicago Public School system: We find it appalling that Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s newly appointed president of the Chicago Board of Education, Rev. Mitchell Ikenna Johnson, has a history of making antisemitic statements, as reported by Jewish Insider. By saying, following Oct. 7th, that “People have an absolute right to attack their oppressors by any means necessary,” Rev. Johnson explicitly supported and justified the largest massacre of Jews since the Holocaust, where over 1,200 people were slaughtered, raped, and kidnapped, including many US citizens. Rev. Johnson’s additional statements referring to Jews as Satanic and comparing Jews to Nazis constitutes pure and blatant antisemitism. It is incomprehensible that someone with these antisemitic views was appointed to lead the Chicago Public School system, designed to promote education, coexistence, and inclusion. Jewish and Israeli parents in the city cannot feel safe under his leadership, nor can any student or parent with a moral compass. It is unfathomable that a person such as Rev. Johnson has passed the vetting process. He is not fit for a public position, let alone a position with the responsibility to educate the next generation. This is the latest example of the antisemitic hate that pervades the inner circle of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson. We expect that Mayor Brandon Johnson will disavow this inflammatory rhetoric and make a commitment to combatting antisemitism in Chicago, in both words and actions. Consulate General of Israel to the Midwest