LIVE THE LIFE Honoring Marc Goldin - The 2021 Congregation B'nai Israel Annual Gala - Congregation B'nai Israel
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Thank You to Our Gala Sponsors Thank you for joining us at CBI’s 2021 Virtual Gala! Welcome to the CBI Annual Gala! Tonight we honor Marc Goldin, our es- Platinum Sponsor teemed immediate past president. In his honor, we come together to raise vital Brigitte & Craig Frankel funds for our cherished synagogue. Marc’s favorite band, Coldplay, inspired this Cindy & Michael Furst year’s theme “Viva la Vida - Live the Life”. Living life to its fullest is perfectly apropos as we turn from a difficult period to renewal and a better future. Gold Sponsor We had hoped to come together for an amazing in-person celebration, Anonymous schmoozing and enjoying the company of our friends. Instead tonight, we bring Deborah & Ed Heyman you a similar spirit with a different experience. While we celebrate online to- Lilya & Joel Reiss gether and enjoy our delicious dinner and signature cocktail, “The Goldin Vac- Sue & Ralph Stern cine”, we encourage you to bid on our extensive silent auction and contribute to our “Fund A Shul” campaign. Be sure to tune in for the full hour and you will Karen & Ruben Vogel be treated to Leeav Sofer’s lively band and entertained by our MC extraordinaire, Silver Sponsor David Krebs. Barbara Baim Daveen & Mark Meyers This night is not only our biggest event of the year, but it is a reminder Alyssa & Marc Goldin Ellen & Howard Mirowitz of who we are as a congregation. CBI is a caring community dedicated to good Leane & Henry Kahrs Sharon & Mike Schneider deeds and engaged each and every day. The most outstanding people in our re- gion comprise our congregation and the gala committee exemplifies this. Heather & Stuart Katz Marsha & Bob Sklar Krebs/Snavely Families Sheila & Moshe Stopnitzky Thank you to all of the gala committee members, each of whom went Mindy Lauerlevin & Ed Levin Ofra & David Willner above and beyond to make this night memorable and a huge success. None of this would have been possible without the tireless efforts of Beth Adler, Shawna Schwartz, Marla Nathan, Helene Coulter, Earl Stein, Beth Elster, Miriam Ninyo, Bronze Sponsor Katherine Coster, Daveen Meyers, Becky Bridger, Karen Vogel, Sandy Klein, Les- Beth & Michael Adler Pamela Kauss & Jim Pasino lie Kaufman, Esther Dosick, Sheila Stopnitzky, Michelle Ginsburg, Carol Serber, Neila & Andrew Bernstein Sandy & Robert Klein Rabbi Spitz, Phyllis Abrams, BexBloomz, Andrew Katz, Joeli Schwartz, and David Krebs, as well as the numerous volunteers who solicited and donated auction Becky & Perry Bridger Lydia Levin & Joel Kuperberg items and helped deliver meals and flowers. Elizabeth & Thomas Conway Noreen & Mark Lerner Sara & Cliff Cornell Marcia & Marshall Margolis We express our gratitude to our entertainers, our AV coordinator, Tony Medeiros, our on-site support staff, and the wonderful Goldin family for sharing Beth & Andy Elster Nancy & Steven Neudorf Marc with our shul. Roberta Feuerstein Jan & Harris Shultz Christine & Carl Groner Michele & Pat Szekel We are moved by your generosity, your friendship and unwavering sup- Rhonda & Hal Hurwitz Natalie & Michael Vishny port of Congregation B’nai Israel. Pepita & Norman Katz Sheila & Jay Witzling Live the life! Leslie & Matt Kaufman Copper Sponsor Warmest Regards, Vida & Kourosh Kohanteb Christine Groner & Heather Katz Nancy & Arnold Raymon 2021 Gala Co-Chairs Gila Willner
President’s Message Rabbi’s Message Dear Marc, Welcome to our Gala in celebration of Marc Thank you for leading our community these Goldin. As the new President of Congregation past two years. Your leadership style combined B’nai Israel, I have been fortunate to work a desire to listen with determination to act. closely with Marc for the past two years. His You had many unprecedented decisions amidst commitment to CBI is evident in everything our unfolding COVID-quarantine and you did he has done. Our congregation has flourished so thoughtfully. CBI has continued to remain under his direction even when Covid-19 creative, vibrant, and united due to your presented an unprecedented challenge. partnership with our staff and Board. When we were shut down due to the virus, Your Hebrew name - Yehiel Mordechai Marc mobilized the Board to call all of our Shamaya - combines on either end praise for congregants before Pesach, and worked closely God with Mordechai (hence Marc) in the middle. with Rabbi Spitz and the vision of Ba’alat Mordechai stepped forward when needed, Tefillah Amy Katz to ensure we held High Holy leading to overcoming danger and rejoicing: Days Services that were second to none. His “And the Jewish people experienced light, leadership during difficult times has left CBI in gladness, joy and honor” (Esther 8:16). great shape for the future. May you enjoy your honoring and know Congratulations, Marc, on a job well done! that this evening is another gift on your part to Warmest regards, our community. Phyllis Abrams With gratitude and fondness, Elie
Congregation B’nai Israel Thanks in an apartment near the university during his second year of law Outgoing President Marc Goldin school when three undergraduates moved in across the hall. One of them was the outgoing and charming Alyssa Zimmelman, daughter Making weekly announcements at Shabbat of Rabbi Sidney Zimelman of Schenectady, New York. Marc and services is one of the routine duties of a Alyssa were married in 1988 and moved to New York City. Marc was synagogue president. While Marc Goldin working for Deloitte on the 101st floor of Tower 1 of the World Trade hasn’t done that in person since last March, Center, and Alyssa was teaching at a co-op nursery when they took his poise and leadership at Congregation B’nai a vacation to Southern California. Liking it so much, Marc enrolled Israel have been palpably evident. When in University of San Diego’s Masters of Law in Taxation program the pandemic hit, Marc prioritized ensuring and they both got jobs in San Diego, moving west within a year. member safety by creating a Covid-19 As a JD/LLM/CPA, Marc next started working at an Irvine law firm advisory task force and increasing the board’s regarding tax and legal matters for John Crean, founder of Fleetwood outreach to ensure members’ well-being. He Motor Homes. Marc later left the firm to manage the family office for also took steps to support the pre-school during the shutdown and John and Donna Crean and their charitable foundation dedicated to supported Rabbi Spitz, Amy Robinson Katz and Carl Cedar as they supporting education, health and social services for children. Today, shifted to inspiring web-based services and learning opportunities. Marc serves as the Chief Financial Officer of The Crean Foundation With Marc at the helm during these unusual circumstances, CBI has and is an in-house attorney handling real estate, tax and corporate continued to be a source of comfort and strength to the community. law for Glidewell Dental Labs in Irvine. Marc’s contributions have been ongoing for years. The Goldins joined Marc and Alyssa have three daughters: Heather, 26, a graduate CBI in 2008 and Marc was soon recruited for the finance committee. of Boston University, is a Communications Associate for American The Goldins had been looking for a Conservative synagogue, had Honda Motor Company and just celebrated her first anniversary friends at CBI and felt at home. Marc has been on the synagogue married to Josh Epstein, having met in USY; Lauren, 22, is finishing board for over 10 years and has been active with CBI’s Men’s Club the nursing program at Penn State; and Jamie, 18, is a senior at Sage and serves on the Jewish Community Foundation of Orange County’s Hill School and applying to colleges to likely study political science. investment committee. He follows his family’s tradition of involvement Each member of the Goldin family as his grandfather had been president of his synagogue and both his has been a delightful contributor to grandmother and mother were involved in Hadassah. CBI. A Staten Island, New York native, Marc worked on weekends at With calm diligence and warmth, the family’s bowling alley when he was in high school. His paternal Marc has continuously contributed grandfather had started the business and Marc’s father inherited to the community showing that it and transitioned to running it after being an Industrial Arts he wants the best for everyone. teacher. His maternal grandfather was an attorney and influenced In appreciation for Marc’s steady Marc to follow that path: Marc obtained both a Bachelor’s degree in leadership and years of guidance, we Accounting and a Law degree at Ohio State University. He was living toast “Viva la Vida – Live the Life”.
Mazel Tov and Yasher Koach to YOU, Marc! You have worked so hard for so long to contribute to our synagogue’s well-being. Thank you so much for being that incredible member who cares so deeply. Sending our wholehearted love and appreciation, Cindy & Michael Furst and Family
Congrats on going from La Vida Loca to Viva La Vida! Thank you Marc for navigating these crazy times with a steady hand. L’Chaim from Chaim, Craig, Brigitte, and the Frankel Family
Marc, Mazel Tov on being honored by CBI at this year’s Gala! Thank you for your leadership over the last two years, but especially this past year during the pandemic. Karen and Ruben Vogel
Marc, We honor you for your time and effort in leading CBI through a challenging time. The Reiss Family
Mazel-Tov To Marc Goldin We salute your leadership and commitment to Jewish life. As CBI President thank you for making a difference to our synagogue.. Sue and Ralph Stern
Mazal Tov, Marc! We thank you for your vision and your leadership ~ Kol HaK’vod! Celebrating with you all Your Achievements ~ The Kravitz and Stein Families
Marc, Marc Goldin THANK YOU FOR YOUR LEADER- SHIP AND ALL YOU HAVE DONE FOR Toda Raba for a job CONGREGATION B’NAI ISRAEL AND THE OC JEWISH COMMUNITY. well done in leading A hearty Yasher Koach! Congregation B’nai Israel May you continue to go from strength to strength! Mindy, Ed, Barbara Baim Courtney, Justin and Mariah
Congratulations Marc for a job well done! Under your leadership and during Mazel tov Marc: Covid-19 CBI is still open, services and holidays With appreciation and are observed, gratitude we thank you for and we have a variety of wonderful your dedication and hard opportunities for learning. work! Congratulations on your new title....”Immediate Past President”! The Krebs and Snavely Families With much appreciation, Bob and Marsha
Marc, Thank you for your contributions to the congregation and the community! You are an inspiration to us all. Mazel Tov, Daveen and Mark Marc! Your leadership and devotion to CBI Meyers is an inspiration to all of us. With Love and Respect, Heather & Stuart
Marc, We want to wish you a heartfelt mazel tov on your achievements as CBI President. We could not be Congratulations, Marc prouder of your diligence, perseverance, poise, and leadership that have helped our CBI community on a job well done! over the past two years, including the difficult times during COVID-19. You did this all with a sense of respect, calm, and compassion. May you go from Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. You have strength to strength! done a great mitzvah! Tikun Olam means to repair the world. Yashar Koach, We believe that you have helped make our synagogue become a better place during these uncertain times. You are a true mensch. Ellen and Howard With much love always, Mirowitz Your loving and supportive wife Alyssa, and your amazing children: Heather (Josh), Lauren and Jamie
Congratulations Marc on a job well done! Thank you for your commitment to CBI! Sharon and Michael Schneider
Yashar Koach Marc! Marc, Thank you for your exceptional leadership as president of CBI Mazal tov on over the past two years. tonight’s honor! May you continue to go from strength to strength. Leane and With gratitude, Henry Kahrs Beth and Andy Elster
Marc: Many thanks for your commitment and service to CBI! Mazel tov! Neila and Andy Bernstein
Marc: Mazel Tov, Marc! In honor of and with appreciation of Thank you for your your dedicated service and outstanding leadership and service leadership. We are all grateful for your to CBI during these devotion, commitment and hard work on behalf of CBI. challenging times. Mazel Tov! Joel Kuperberg, Lydia Levin and Family Mark and Noreen Lerner
Marc, Marc, Thank you for your Thank you for all you time and commitment to do for the synagogue, making CBI our home. especially during the past year. May you continue to Mazel tov, go from strength to strength. Nancy and Steve Neudorf The Stopnitzky Family
mensch Yasher Koach noun; 1. - a person of integrity and To Marc Goldin honor. - Marc Goldin For your leadership of CBI Mazel Tov, our mensch, on your during a very difficult time well- deserved honor. We appreciate your hard work and dedication to our CBI community. Thanks for your dedication With gratitude - and all you do. Michael and Natalie Vishny Sheila and Jay Witzling
Marc Mazal Tov Marc Thank you for your Thank you for your leadership guidance and strength navigating CBI through and your dedication to CBI an unprecedented time. and the Jewish Community. Marcia & Marshall Margolis Michele and Pat Szekel
Yasher Koach Marc From fortifying our physical space to for all your hard work reimaging our spiritual and educational and dedication to CBI. space, you have certainly lived the life these past two years. Thank you also to the Board, Thank you for all you have done for Rabbi, Amy, Hal, Carl and the CBI during these extraordinary times. office staff for all their support over the past year. Yascher Koach! Pam Kauss and Jim Pasino Sara and Cliff Cornell
“The pessimist complains about the wind. The optimist expects it to change. The leader adjusts the sails.” John C. Maxwell Leadership Author Thank you, Marc, for leading our congregation through some Marc, heavy winds! Thank you for leading us through this challenging time. Our synagoue was - Leslie & Matt fortunate to have you as our leader and Kaufman your efforts were greatly appreciated. Beth, Michael, Jacob, & Samuel Adler
Marc, Marc, Toda Raba for a job Thank you for your well done in leading dedication to the Shul. Congregation Kol Hakavod! B’nai Israel! Christine and Carl Rhonda and Hal Hurwitz Groner and Family
Mazel Tov Marc! Marc, It was a pleasure working thank you for all with you! you have done for CBI. Enjoy being Past President! Roberta Feuerstein Sandy and Robert Klein
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Congratulations on a job well done, particularly during Marc, You did a ‘Goldin’ job - Marla & Scott Nathan such challenging times! You’ve handled many issues The Kroms wish Mazel Tov to Marc Goldin and CBI so thoughtfully and thoroughly! With love and appreciation, the Kelleys Mazel Tov with love from OH-IO - Cheryl Agranof Mazel Tov Marc on your hard work & commitment to CBI! Mazel Tov from Daphne Poltorak Gary & Donna Sugarman Mazel tov, Marc Goldin, on this well-deserved honor - Wendy & Charlie Lupul Congratulations Marc! We appreciate your stellar job! -Ellen and Alan Cortez Wishing happiness to my CBI family. Mimi Goldstein Thank you Marc for your leadership and commitment Marc, Mazel Tov! Love, Mom, Rachel & Sara Ernie, Nancy, Zack and Ariana Weiss Mazel Tov Marc...Deborah & Harris Goodman Thank you for all of your hard work for the past two years! Fredda & Edward Sussman Kol HaKavod Marc! With Gratitude, Rabbi Robin Foonberg Kol Ha-kavod! Phyllis & Alfred Steinberg Kol Ha-Kavod for a job well done! Batia Swed Todah Rabah for your work and your new found freedom - Bruce and Diane Gale Mazal Tov Marc, for this honor in recognition for all that you do.. Yossi and Linda Congratulations Marc Edythe and Bob Messe Toda Raba for a wonderful and unusual year. Ingrid and Joel Gallin A well-deserved honor for your years of service and commitment - Mazel Tov Marc, the Kleins Congrats and thank you for your dedication and hard work Francine & Ron Morrison Mazel tov, Marc! Robin & Barry Steinmetz Mazel tov, Marc! Francine & Colin Wenhardt Todah to the lovely Goldin family and our CBI family - Michelle & Paul Madick
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