Announcing New VBS President, Ilene Berman
I am so honored to be the next President of Valley Beth Shalom! I look forward to seeing all of you at Shabbat services, summer events, school programs, and holiday services and whenever you are on the VBS campus. I am excited to be part of VBS and work with both our new and ever talented clergy, staff and volunteers. Our future, or as I say our NOW, is bright with possibilities. Please join me as we continue to build a thriving Jewish community!
Having most recently served as Religion Vice President from 2020-2022, Ilene's involvement in VBS leadership includes sitting on the Board of Directors as well as on the Education, House and Grounds, High Holiday Honors and Madrichim committees. She has been VBS Sisterhood’s Recording Secretary, Membership and Program Vice President and President. Ilene is a recipient of the Rita Reznikoff Leadership Award for her dedication to the Day School. Read more >
VBS Executive Committee
Effective July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023

The Executive Committee of the Board of Directors is responsible for day-to-day oversight of the administrative and financial functions of the synagogue, subject to the powers of the Board of Directors granted under the Congregation's By-Laws and under California Law.
PRESIDENT
Ilene Berman

ADMINISTRATIVE VICE PRESIDENT
Moshe Meppen

ADULT JEWISH LIFE VICE PRESIDENT
Jack Donitz

EDUCATION VICE PRESIDENT
Roslyn Grinberg

MEMBERSHIP VICE PRESIDENT
Stephanie Walsh

DAY SCHOOL PRESIDENT
Matthew Benbassat
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
Eric Kingsley

SECRETARY
Saul Gershkowitz

DEVELOPMENT VICE PRESIDENT
Rich Robin

FINANCE VICE PRESIDENT
Gil Borok

RELIGION VICE PRESIDENT
Hannah Wachs

PAST PRESIDENT
Jeff Goss
VBS Board of Directors
Effective July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023

The management and administration of the affairs of the Congregation is vested in the Board of Directors. The Board is charged with engaging in policy, long-term planning, and the general oversight of the mission and financial stability of the Synagogue.