Chief Executive Officer

• Feb 2020 - Present

As CEO, Daroff leads the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, leading the proven and effective voice of organized American Jewry that advances the interests of the American Jewish community, sustains broad-based support for Israel, and addresses the critical concerns facing world Jewry. The Conference is at the forefront mobilizing support to halt Iran’s nuclear program and to counter the global campaign to delegitimize Israel and the Jewish people.

CEO-Designate

• Nov 2019 - Feb 2020

Adjunct Professor

• 2019 - Present

I teach graduate students in George Washington University‘s Graduate School of Political Management. I teach graduate students in George Washington University‘s Graduate School of Political Management.

Senior Vice President for Public Policy & Director of the Washington Office

• Nov 2005 - Oct 2019

I was brought on board this organization to conceive and drive its public policy, which covers all operational aspects from social service, tax, aging, poverty, immigration, and inter-religious relations issues to governmental funding, homeland security, and foreign policy. In this role, I led a staff of 25 in handling these matters along with directing emergency response and disaster preparedness efforts. Additionally, I supervised the national agency relations portfolio wherein national… Show more I was brought on board this organization to conceive and drive its public policy, which covers all operational aspects from social service, tax, aging, poverty, immigration, and inter-religious relations issues to governmental funding, homeland security, and foreign policy. In this role, I led a staff of 25 in handling these matters along with directing emergency response and disaster preparedness efforts. Additionally, I supervised the national agency relations portfolio wherein national Jewish agencies obtain funds from Jewish federations. As part of my leadership position, I work closely and build relationships with high-profile governmental, business, and religious officials to further the organization’s goals. I am also regularly called on as the primary spokesperson regarding public affairs and oversee major fundraising activities. ► Combated assault on Israel’s legitimacy in North America through conceiving and creating a major Jewish communal effort, the Israel Action Network. ► Testified before committees of the US Senate and House of Representatives on issues ranging from tax policy to emergency preparedness to lobbying reform. ► Conceived of a successful $2M grant to assist Hurricane Sandy victims with day school and camp fees. ► Remained abreast of key issues affecting the international Jewish community and organizations, with a focus on the federation movement’s major overseas partners, JAFI and JDC. ► Liaised closely with the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations including its Iran Task Force, De-legitimization of Israel Working Group, and Membership Committee. ► Realized significant international media coverage in every major American, Jewish, and Israeli news outlet, making appearances on local and national network television and radio programs as well as contributing to an ongoing column in The Huffington Post and other similar publications. Show less I was brought on board this organization to conceive and drive its public policy, which covers all operational aspects from social service, tax, aging, poverty, immigration, and inter-religious relations issues to governmental funding, homeland security, and foreign policy. In this role, I led a staff of 25 in handling these matters along with directing emergency response and disaster preparedness efforts. Additionally, I supervised the national agency relations portfolio wherein national… Show more I was brought on board this organization to conceive and drive its public policy, which covers all operational aspects from social service, tax, aging, poverty, immigration, and inter-religious relations issues to governmental funding, homeland security, and foreign policy. In this role, I led a staff of 25 in handling these matters along with directing emergency response and disaster preparedness efforts. Additionally, I supervised the national agency relations portfolio wherein national Jewish agencies obtain funds from Jewish federations. As part of my leadership position, I work closely and build relationships with high-profile governmental, business, and religious officials to further the organization’s goals. I am also regularly called on as the primary spokesperson regarding public affairs and oversee major fundraising activities. ► Combated assault on Israel’s legitimacy in North America through conceiving and creating a major Jewish communal effort, the Israel Action Network. ► Testified before committees of the US Senate and House of Representatives on issues ranging from tax policy to emergency preparedness to lobbying reform. ► Conceived of a successful $2M grant to assist Hurricane Sandy victims with day school and camp fees. ► Remained abreast of key issues affecting the international Jewish community and organizations, with a focus on the federation movement’s major overseas partners, JAFI and JDC. ► Liaised closely with the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations including its Iran Task Force, De-legitimization of Israel Working Group, and Membership Committee. ► Realized significant international media coverage in every major American, Jewish, and Israeli news outlet, making appearances on local and national network television and radio programs as well as contributing to an ongoing column in The Huffington Post and other similar publications. Show less

Deputy Executive Director

• Aug 2000 - Nov 2005

In 2001, I was promoted from Director of Congressional Affairs to Deputy Executive Director and National Grassroots Director. During my tenure, I was called on to coordinate, lead, and fundraise for the organization’s field activities across 30 chapters, 4 field offices, and 13 staff. Specifically, I managed policy and outreach efforts in collaboration with senior White House and Congressional officials as well as foreign diplomats, Jewish organizations, political organizations, and the… Show more In 2001, I was promoted from Director of Congressional Affairs to Deputy Executive Director and National Grassroots Director. During my tenure, I was called on to coordinate, lead, and fundraise for the organization’s field activities across 30 chapters, 4 field offices, and 13 staff. Specifically, I managed policy and outreach efforts in collaboration with senior White House and Congressional officials as well as foreign diplomats, Jewish organizations, political organizations, and the think tank community. Additionally, I was concurrently appointed Deputy Executive Director of the Jewish Policy Center, a nonprofit think tank. Show less In 2001, I was promoted from Director of Congressional Affairs to Deputy Executive Director and National Grassroots Director. During my tenure, I was called on to coordinate, lead, and fundraise for the organization’s field activities across 30 chapters, 4 field offices, and 13 staff. Specifically, I managed policy and outreach efforts in collaboration with senior White House and Congressional officials as well as foreign diplomats, Jewish organizations, political organizations, and the… Show more In 2001, I was promoted from Director of Congressional Affairs to Deputy Executive Director and National Grassroots Director. During my tenure, I was called on to coordinate, lead, and fundraise for the organization’s field activities across 30 chapters, 4 field offices, and 13 staff. Specifically, I managed policy and outreach efforts in collaboration with senior White House and Congressional officials as well as foreign diplomats, Jewish organizations, political organizations, and the think tank community. Additionally, I was concurrently appointed Deputy Executive Director of the Jewish Policy Center, a nonprofit think tank. Show less

Attorney

• Jan 1999 - Sep 2000

During this timeframe, I practiced corporate and public law. I worked diligently to develop and retain a strong client base, delivering favorable outcomes through effective case representation. During this timeframe, I practiced corporate and public law. I worked diligently to develop and retain a strong client base, delivering favorable outcomes through effective case representation.

Special Assistant to the Governor & Deputy Director, Dept of Liquor Control

• 1990 - 1993

I was appointed by the Ohio Department of Liquor Control as Deputy Director for Administration from 1992 to 1993. Prior, I was tapped by Governor George V. Voinovich as Special Assistant to the Governor for Personnel from 1990 to 1992. In these roles, I performed as Chief Administrative Officer for a 1,300-employee state agency with $357M in annual revenues. I oversaw all aspects of administrative and fiscal functions including human resources, purchasing, IT, and accounting. I also served on… Show more I was appointed by the Ohio Department of Liquor Control as Deputy Director for Administration from 1992 to 1993. Prior, I was tapped by Governor George V. Voinovich as Special Assistant to the Governor for Personnel from 1990 to 1992. In these roles, I performed as Chief Administrative Officer for a 1,300-employee state agency with $357M in annual revenues. I oversaw all aspects of administrative and fiscal functions including human resources, purchasing, IT, and accounting. I also served on the Governor’s senior staff, orchestrating all personnel matters in Ohio State government. Show less I was appointed by the Ohio Department of Liquor Control as Deputy Director for Administration from 1992 to 1993. Prior, I was tapped by Governor George V. Voinovich as Special Assistant to the Governor for Personnel from 1990 to 1992. In these roles, I performed as Chief Administrative Officer for a 1,300-employee state agency with $357M in annual revenues. I oversaw all aspects of administrative and fiscal functions including human resources, purchasing, IT, and accounting. I also served on… Show more I was appointed by the Ohio Department of Liquor Control as Deputy Director for Administration from 1992 to 1993. Prior, I was tapped by Governor George V. Voinovich as Special Assistant to the Governor for Personnel from 1990 to 1992. In these roles, I performed as Chief Administrative Officer for a 1,300-employee state agency with $357M in annual revenues. I oversaw all aspects of administrative and fiscal functions including human resources, purchasing, IT, and accounting. I also served on the Governor’s senior staff, orchestrating all personnel matters in Ohio State government. Show less

Special Assistant

• 1989 - 1990

During this tenure, I functioned as the youngest “Schedule C” political appointment in the Administration of President George H.W. Bush. During this tenure, I functioned as the youngest “Schedule C” political appointment in the Administration of President George H.W. Bush.

Lead Advanceman

• 1986 - 1988

I was engaged to perform in various roles during Representative Kemp’s presidential campaign. My duties included traveling to various states to provide campaign support and participating in political events. Notably, I produced the final event of Representative Kemp’s 1988 campaign. I was engaged to perform in various roles during Representative Kemp’s presidential campaign. My duties included traveling to various states to provide campaign support and participating in political events. Notably, I produced the final event of Representative Kemp’s 1988 campaign.