With a bachelor’s degree in real estate and a juris doctor, Jeffrey Michael has worked at the real estate investment and management firm Horizon Realty Group since 2001. As COO of Horizon Realty Group, Jeffrey Michael identifies new acquisition opportunities, manages debt portfolio, and oversees the company’s construction and renovation projects. Outside his professional pursuits, he contributes to various nonprofits, such as Keshet.
Founded in 1996, Keshet aims to achieve full equality and inclusion of LGBTQ Jews in all aspects of Jewish life. The organization relies on its values of justice, pride, human dignity, partnership, community, and impact to guide its mission.
Keshet works with various Jewish organizations, including day schools, synagogues, and youth groups, to help them build communities that accept, support, and value LGBTQ Jews. In addition to protecting and advancing LGBTQ rights, Keshet organizes Shabbat retreats to encourage Jewish teens to learn about themselves and celebrate their individuality in a vibrant and welcoming community.
