Michael Freund served as the Deputy Communications director for Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu during his first term in office. He is a graduate of Princeton University and received his MBA from Columbia University, and subsequently was granted rabbinical ordination. In the early 2000s, he founded the non-profit organization, Shavei Israel, to strengthen and reconnect Jewish communities around the world. With over two decades of experience in journalism, public affairs, and advocacy, Freund has devoted his career to promoting Jewish identity and heritage, and has been recognized as one of the leading voices in the field. Through his organization, he has spearheaded a wide range of initiatives, from assisting “lost” Jewish communities in countries like India and El Salvador to providing educational and cultural resources for Jewish people in countries such as Poland, Spain, and Portugal. His dedication and commitment to the cause of Jewish continuity have made him a respected and influential figure both within the Jewish community and beyond.