About this episode

Barry Finestone discusses his role at the Jim Joseph Foundation and his experiences in the Jewish nonprofit sector.

Barry Finestone is President and CEO of the Jim Joseph Foundation. With more than $800 million granted in its first 18 years, Barry oversees all aspects of finance and grantmaking at the Foundation. Prior to joining the Jim Joseph, he served as the Executive Director of the Lisa and John Pritzker Family Fund. In 2010, Barry moved to the Bay Area to become the CEO of the JCC of San Francisco. A proud native of Glasgow, Scotland, he brings more than 34 years of experience in the Jewish nonprofi...

People in this episode

Guest: Barry Finestone

Topics covered

• philanthropy
• Jewish nonprofit
• leadership
• sportsmanship
• community

Keywords

• Barry Finestone
• Jim Joseph Foundation
• philanthropy
• Jewish nonprofit
• San Francisco
• Glasgow
• leadership

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Jim Joseph Foundation, Lisa and John Pritzker Family Fund

Places: Glasgow, San Francisco

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