Episode 13 - The Business of Jewish Education: Innovation & Sustainability with Lev Stark
Update: 2025-02-27
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In this episode, we sit down with Lev Stark, Executive Director and CFO of a thriving Jewish school in Boca Raton, Florida. Lev shares his unexpected career journey—from aspiring lawyer to leading one of the largest automotive editorial teams at Edmunds.com, to transitioning into the world of Jewish education. We dive into the transferable skills from the for-profit world that he brought to school leadership, his innovative marketing strategies, and the challenges of managing rapid school growth in a booming Jewish community.
Lev also shares insights on the financial landscape of Jewish day schools, including how Florida’s recent voucher program has shifted fundraising priorities, the realities of tuition sustainability, and the cultural shifts happening in Boca Raton as waves of new families arrive. Whether you're in education, community leadership, or just fascinated by personal career pivots, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and engaging stories.
Lev also shares insights on the financial landscape of Jewish day schools, including how Florida’s recent voucher program has shifted fundraising priorities, the realities of tuition sustainability, and the cultural shifts happening in Boca Raton as waves of new families arrive. Whether you're in education, community leadership, or just fascinated by personal career pivots, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and engaging stories.
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