Matthew E. Berger
Executive Director at Foundation to Combat Antisemitism- Claim this Profile
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Matthew Ehrlich
Matthew is a superlative Communicator - his crisis management skills are bar none and his knack for knowing "just the right thing to say, at the right moment," create a level of calm focus for others to emulate and admire. His vision for the future and ways to communicate those thoughts are highly creative and imaginative – it was a pleasure to work with and learn from him.
Hiram Reisner
As a freelance writer for B'nai B'rith Magazine, Matt Berger came up with great ideas and wrote thorough and well-composed stories on a variety of topics ranging from homeland security to substance abuse to sports. As editor, I found that he was easy to deal with and thoughtful when it came to discussing the copy he submitted. He never missed a deadline and was always readily available when needed. I think Matt is an asset to anyone who deals with him on a professional level and would recommend him to take on any task.
Matthew Ehrlich
Matthew is a superlative Communicator - his crisis management skills are bar none and his knack for knowing "just the right thing to say, at the right moment," create a level of calm focus for others to emulate and admire. His vision for the future and ways to communicate those thoughts are highly creative and imaginative – it was a pleasure to work with and learn from him.
Hiram Reisner
As a freelance writer for B'nai B'rith Magazine, Matt Berger came up with great ideas and wrote thorough and well-composed stories on a variety of topics ranging from homeland security to substance abuse to sports. As editor, I found that he was easy to deal with and thoughtful when it came to discussing the copy he submitted. He never missed a deadline and was always readily available when needed. I think Matt is an asset to anyone who deals with him on a professional level and would recommend him to take on any task.
Matthew Ehrlich
Matthew is a superlative Communicator - his crisis management skills are bar none and his knack for knowing "just the right thing to say, at the right moment," create a level of calm focus for others to emulate and admire. His vision for the future and ways to communicate those thoughts are highly creative and imaginative – it was a pleasure to work with and learn from him.
Hiram Reisner
As a freelance writer for B'nai B'rith Magazine, Matt Berger came up with great ideas and wrote thorough and well-composed stories on a variety of topics ranging from homeland security to substance abuse to sports. As editor, I found that he was easy to deal with and thoughtful when it came to discussing the copy he submitted. He never missed a deadline and was always readily available when needed. I think Matt is an asset to anyone who deals with him on a professional level and would recommend him to take on any task.
Matthew Ehrlich
Matthew is a superlative Communicator - his crisis management skills are bar none and his knack for knowing "just the right thing to say, at the right moment," create a level of calm focus for others to emulate and admire. His vision for the future and ways to communicate those thoughts are highly creative and imaginative – it was a pleasure to work with and learn from him.
Hiram Reisner
As a freelance writer for B'nai B'rith Magazine, Matt Berger came up with great ideas and wrote thorough and well-composed stories on a variety of topics ranging from homeland security to substance abuse to sports. As editor, I found that he was easy to deal with and thoughtful when it came to discussing the copy he submitted. He never missed a deadline and was always readily available when needed. I think Matt is an asset to anyone who deals with him on a professional level and would recommend him to take on any task.
Experience
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Foundation to Combat Antisemitism
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Director
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Jun 2022 - Present
Promoting positive messaging and supporting innovation and best practices to tackle antisemitism and anti-Zionism, especially on social media. Promoting positive messaging and supporting innovation and best practices to tackle antisemitism and anti-Zionism, especially on social media.
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Hillel International
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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300 - 400 Employee
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Vice President of Strategic Action Programs and Communications
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Mar 2020 - Jun 2022
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Vice President of Communications
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Jul 2017 - Mar 2020
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Senior Adviser for Strategic Communications
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Apr 2015 - Jul 2017
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Senior Director of Communications
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Sep 2014 - Apr 2015
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Dezenhall Resources
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Public Relations and Communications Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vice President
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Jan 2010 - Aug 2014
I worked as a crisis communications adviser to major corporations, non-profit groups and individuals. I worked with clients on media strategy and training spokespeople for high-stakes media interviews. I specialized in high-profile legal cases, including product recalls, government investigations and intense media scrutiny. I also trained spokespeople and corporate executives for high-impact media interviews. I have trained executives before appearances on 60 Minutes, CNBC's "American Greed", Fox News and CNN. Show less
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Freelance
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Egypt
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Human Resources
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1 - 100 Employee
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Freelance Journalist
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Nov 2008 - Jan 2010
Freelance journalist, focusing on U.S. politics and policy, homeland security and religious issues. A contributor to Politico, Washington Post Magazine, The Forward, AOL and various magazines. Freelance journalist, focusing on U.S. politics and policy, homeland security and religious issues. A contributor to Politico, Washington Post Magazine, The Forward, AOL and various magazines.
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Presidential Campaign Reporter
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Aug 2007 - Nov 2008
Reporting for NBC News, MSNBC, MSNBC.com and National Journal publications. Embedded with the campaigns of Rudy Giuliani, Mike Huckabee, John McCain and Sarah Palin. Also traveled with Bill and Chelsea Clinton and covered the vice presidential search process. Reporting for NBC News, MSNBC, MSNBC.com and National Journal publications. Embedded with the campaigns of Rudy Giuliani, Mike Huckabee, John McCain and Sarah Palin. Also traveled with Bill and Chelsea Clinton and covered the vice presidential search process.
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Congressional Quarterly
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Book and Periodical Publishing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Homeland Security Correspondent
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Apr 2006 - Aug 2007
Write for daily homeland security publication, CQ Homeland Security, and contribute to both CQ Today and CQ Weekly. Specialize in stories focusing on weapons of mass destruction, the protection of critical infrastructure, bioterrorism and pandemic planning, vaccine production and cyber security. Write for daily homeland security publication, CQ Homeland Security, and contribute to both CQ Today and CQ Weekly. Specialize in stories focusing on weapons of mass destruction, the protection of critical infrastructure, bioterrorism and pandemic planning, vaccine production and cyber security.
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JTA
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United Kingdom
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Entertainment Providers
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Senior Political Correspondent
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Oct 2000 - Apr 2006
Covered Washington politics and policy for a wire service for more than 100 Jewish newspapers and the Jerusalem Post. Led JTA's coverage of the 2004 presidential elections, reporting from throughout the country and interviewing several candidates, including John Kerry, Howard Dean and Joseph Lieberman. Also interviewed Condoleezza Rice on the eve of the election. Also wrote extensively on U.S.-Middle East relations, developments at the U.S. Supreme Court and domestic policy issues. Was a frequent speaker across the country on political issues in the Jewish community and appeared frequently on radio. Show less
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The Wall Street Journal
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United States
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Newspaper Publishing
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700 & Above Employee
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Intern
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Jun 2000 - Aug 2000
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The Dallas Morning News
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Information Services
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Intern
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1998 - 1999
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Education
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2018 - 2019
The George Washington University
Master's certificate, Experiential Israel Education -
2002 - 2005
The George Washington University
MA, Security Policy -
1996 - 2000
The George Washington University
BA, Political Communication -
1992 - 1996
Horace Greeley High School
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