Who Are We?

Guided by a strong, authentic conviction that business leaders must back their profitable endeavors with an equal contribution to the local communities in which they operate, Mr. Taib has been a prominent philanthropist for decades.

A self-made, ambitious entrepreneur, Mr. Taib has honed the ability to empathize with people around him and strives to create environments that provide equal opportunities to individuals everywhere. In particular, Mr. Taib is motivated by a moral obligation to elevate and empower vulnerable underprivileged communities. Aided by the agency of his intuitive theory of change he crafted numerous philanthropic projects in Africa, his entrepreneurial locale, in Israel, his homeland, and globally by creating cross border aid-collaborations.
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Championing her life-long passions and devotions: advancing beneficial innovation and promoting foreign international coalitions and partnerships, Dr. Galili leads Menomadin together with Mr. Taib as the foundation’s CEO.

Her previous experiences as the Director of International Partnerships, Assistant to the CEO of Joint-Israel-Ashalim, and the decade-long term at Bar-Ilan University, which she completed as the Vice-President of Development, armed her not only with a global network of partners in academia, philanthropy, and the international impact world but also with resourcefulness, ambition and a rigorous understanding of how the space of making an impact is progressing. Dr. Galili is gearing the foundation’s future prospects and methodology towards a pragmatic, result-oriented way of action.
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Amir has 23 years of experience in the legal field, a former senior partner in the law firm Shavit Bar-On Galon Tsin Vitkon & Co. An expert in international transactions in developing countries in Africa, South America, and China, including legal advisory on transaction execution projects, joint ventures, investments, venture capital funds, and commercial transactions.

Amir has an LL.B from Brunel University and an LL.M (cum laude) from Bar Ilan University.

Yuval brings over 20 years of experience in financial management, expertly balancing profitability with social responsibility. Throughout his career, he has developed substantial expertise in managing large budgets, raising capital, devising financial strategies, managing cash flow and analysing data. In his most recent role as CFO of the Mitrelli Group, Yuval led an international team and created innovative financial programs to support the development of countries in Africa. Before this, he served as Deputy CFO at Maccabi Health Services, where he managed extensive budgets to ensure quality health services were accessible to the general public.

Yuval holds a bachelor’s degree in economics and computer science from the University of Maryland and an MBA with a specialization in finance.

Salim is an accountant with 25 years of experience, specializing in local government, tax authorities and government ministries. After running a private accounting firm, Salim served as CFO at a global company, where he specialized in international projects. He joined the Mitrelli Group in 2015 and in 2019 assisted in the establishment of Menomadin Foundation.

Salim holds a BA in Accounting and Statistics and an EMBA from Tel Aviv University.

Naama has been leading the Fundação Arte e Cultura since 2012, currently steering the Menomadin Foundation’s social initiatives in Angola. Her adept leadership fosters impactful collaborations with local and international entities to promote and preserve Angola’s rich cultural and artistic assets. Naama manages the Luanda community center, driving projects for sustainability and personal growth, guided by the principle “teaching how to fish.” She previously managed a traveling agency and led various social initiatives as the founder of the Zimaon Association, and the personal assistant of Rona Ramon.

A graduate of management training and a certified business coach, her unwavering commitment defines her as a force in community engagement and empowerment.

Danny leads Menomadin Foundation’s strategic philanthropy in Israel. With more than two decades of experience, he previously oversaw international social impact programs at Sesame Workshop. Under his leadership, Sesame collaborated with numerous foundations, government agencies, and the UN, with Danny developing educational programs at scale to reach millions of around the world. Previously, Danny led various collective impact initiatives fostering social cohesion in Israel and directed the emergency response and resilience activities at the Jewish Federations of North America.

Danny holds a master’s degree in education from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations.

Gideon specializes in commercial and corporate law, accompanying  a wide range of international transactions, primarily dealing with M&A transactions, accompanying venture capital investors and startup companies in private equity and debt financing, formation of joint ventures, supporting infrastructure projects, computing (IT), technology commercialization, etc. Prior to joining the Menomadin Foundation, Gideon was a partner in the high-tech and M&A departments of Yigal Arnon Tadmor-Levi & Co.

Gideon holds a Law degree (LL.B) from the University of Hertfordshire, England, and Master’s degree (LL.M) in International Business Law from London Metropolitan University. Gideon was admitted to the Israeli Bar in 2000.

Ayelet oversees marketing, digital and content for the Menomadin Foundation. Translating strategic initiatives into continuous brand awareness, she is responsible for marketing collateral, website management and development, as well as ensuring a dynamic social media presence. A content creator at heart, Ayelet brings 15 years of experience to her position. She has managed extensive digital projects for a major financial institution, worked as a reporter and editor in print and digital economic press, and held key roles in media and public relations at leading companies.

Ayelet has a bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences from Ben-Gurion University and a master’s in labor studies with distinction from Tel Aviv University.

Nimrod specializes in Impact Investments and innovative financing models, based on the Blended Finance approach, for social and environmental development. With over a decade of experience in the financial world, in his previous positions he worked as a chief risk officer at ASHRA and as the head of risk management in the government debt unit at the Ministry of Finance.

Nimrod holds a BA in Economics and Management from the Open University and a MA in Financial Economics from the Hebrew University. He is certified as a Financial Risk Manager (FRM) on behalf of GARP.

With 8 years of experience in social projects, Xavier is managing the Angolan-based foundation’s Social Activity. He coordinates the various projects and social initiatives, and serves as the Foundation’s deputy director. He joined the Mitrelli Group in 2011 as an educator and social supporter of children and youth at risk. Since 2015 he has been the curator of the Tamar Golan Gallery, a social business established by the foundation to support local artists.

Xavier attended the Catholic University of Angola and graduated the Civic Moral Education course.

Zohar specializes in the development and management of social programs. In recent years, she has been involved in the development, establishment, management and design of policy in social projects in the fields of special education, early childhood education, public health, the elderly, employment and more, while collaborating with local authorities, third sector organizations and philanthropy.

Zohar holds a BA in Social Work and an MA in Public Policy, both from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

Mothana is the bookkeeper of the Menomadin Foundation, handling the financial tasks of its various units. He has 6 years of experience in a CPA firm, representing business sector clients vis-à-vis the various tax authorities and the National Insurance Institute.

Mothana holds a BA degree in business administration with a specialization in accounting from the College of Management Academic Studies.

Noa is a third-year law student at Bar-Ilan University, where she took part in the Menomadin Center for Jewish and Democratic Law program for outstanding students. Previously, Noa served as manager of the youth department at Kibbutz Glil-Yam.