Malcolm Hoenlein

Malcolm Hoenlein, with a career spanning over three decades, has held prominent roles within various Jewish organizations. Hoenlein's tenure as the executive vice chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, from 1986 to 2019, is a notable period in his career. Additionally, he holds the distinction of being the founding executive director of the Greater New York Conference on Soviet Jewry and the Jewish Community Relations Council of New York. Hoenlein's leadership roles in these organizations underscore his commitment to Jewish causes and his ability to advocate effectively for these interests.

Hoenlein serves on the boards of many communal, educational, and civic organizations, including the Council on Foreign Relations, America-Israel Chamber of Commerce, and the Ronald S. Lauder Foundation. His roles as chairman of America's Voices in Israel and co-chair of Sharing for Life, along with his board memberships at several companies, including Bank Leumi USA, highlight his extensive network and influence. Hoenlein's political engagements, such as his appointment by President George W. Bush to the honorary delegation to Jerusalem for the 60th anniversary of the State of Israel, further demonstrate his active role in matters of Jewish concern and international relations. He also organized the National Solidarity Rally for Israel in Washington, D.C., on April 15, 2002.

Hoenlein's accolades include awards from State of Israel Bonds, President Ronald Reagan, American ORT, Brandeis University, Ruppin Academic Center Israel, Jerusalem College of Technology, and the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations.