President & CEO
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Marc Blattner has served as the President and CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater Portland since 2010. During that time the Jewish Federation has raised in excess of $40 million, more than tripled the number of Federation-funded organizations, and brought new initiatives to the Jewish community. The focus of Federation continues to be to empower joyful and meaningful Jewish experiences to enrich people's lives.

Office Manager/Finance Assistant
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Julie has been with us since 2018. She works in our finance department, and serves as our office manager. If you ever call the Federation office, or have a question about your pledge statement, you will hear her cheerful voice and feel her friendly personality.

Regional Security Director
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Jessica joined SCN in Feb. 2022, administering a security program that provides consultations, physical assessments, training/drills, and threat mitigation to Jewish organizations, including schools, daycare centers, synagogues, camps, and other facilities.  Before joining SCN, Jessica served 24 years in law enforcement. Jessica has a college-aged son and enjoys exploring the Pacific NW.

Director of Community Programs and Engagement
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Jamie joined Jewish Federation in 2026. Passionate about connecting people, building meaningful partnerships, and creating innovative programs, she works to strengthen and grow Jewish community throughout the greater Portland area. Her work is guided by her philosophy: "Jewish Innovation, Not Jewish Isolation."

Chief Community Relations and Public Affairs Officer
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Robert has worked at the Jewish Federation for 27 years and serves as our Director of the Jewish Community Relations Council. This is a difficult job at the Federation as he works with committees (made up of representatives of community organizations and at-large community members) to build consensus on a variety of legislative and policy issues. He also works closely with other religious, ethnic, and cultural groups.

Associate Campaign & Engagement Director
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Laura joined the JFGP team in 2023 as our Associate Campaign and Engagement Director. With a personal and professional passion for Federation, Laura brings over seventeen years of experience in development, engagement, and events. Her commitment and enthusiasm for community proves to be instrumental while building and supporting our Annual Campaign, Solomon’s Legacy, NextGen, and Young Families Programs.

Campaign Administrator
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Jakob Rich-Levin joined us in July 2024 after recently moving from Gainesville, Florida, with his wife Emily. Jakob previously worked at a non-profit, animal rescue, where he and his wife adopted their two dogs and two cats. He received his BA at the University of Florida in Jewish Studies and Political Science, and previously served on the Board of Directors for the UF Hillel. Jakob is passionate, caring, and always looking out for those less fortunate.

Chief Planning Officer
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Rachel has been with the Jewish Federation since 2013, serving in a variety of roles, most recently as Associate Director of Community Relations. She has now transitioned into a new role as Chief Planning Officer, overseeing planning and allocations as well as leadership development for our community. She is passionate about creating meaningful pathways to Jewish joy and connection.

Volunteer Coordinator
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Merit Pinker joined the JFGP team in December 2024 as Volunteer Coordinator. With a passion for volunteerism and building Jewish community, Merit is excited to put her skills to work expanding volunteer opportunities by and for the Jewish community of Portland.

Editor, Jewish Review
Host, The Jewish Review Podcast
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Rockne Roll is the editor of the Jewish Review. In 2018, Rockne and his wife moved to Seattle where he began a career as a freelance journalist before returning to Oregon in 2019. His clients have included The Oregonian, the Bend Bulletin, Willamette Week, Seattlerefined.com and Baseball America magazine.

Chief Financial Officer
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Ben has been at the Jewish Federation since 2006. He ensures all community dollars donated are used wisely and for the purpose intended. Under his leadership, the Jewish Federation continues to be under or at budget every year and maintains “clean audits.”

Director of Jewish Life and Learning
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A recent transplant from the Bay Area, Yosef works at the intersection of Jewish education and community organizing. He holds a PhD in Jewish Studies from UC Berkeley and brings a decade of experience teaching communal adult-groups, university classes, high school students, and rabbinical trainees. He is also a DJ and loves to cook, bike, and play with his two-year-old son.