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January 30th, 2020
6:00 pm
Union Square

At this epic health and wellness summit, you will hear directly from trailblazing leaders addressing current & essential topics in the world of women’s health.

Participants will enjoy breakout sessions and the opportunity to ask questions in a safe and supportive space.

TOP SHELF OPEN BAR  ~ HORS D'OEUVRES ~NETWORKING

Leave Educated, Inspired and Empowered with Actionable Items to Achieve your personal wellness goals

PRESENTATION

Tal Man

TALIA Jewelry
TV Personality, Model, Entrepreneur
Self-made entrepreneur, talented jeweler and public figure Tal Man was born and raised in Israel. At the age of 16 she began an international modeling career, and after completing her two-year service in the Military Police Investigations unit of the IDF, she was chosen to host the most popular prime-time TV show, the Israeli version of Wheel of Fortune, at age 21.
Following Wheel of Fortune, Tal embarked on a successful career as a TV host, actress, reporter, and column writer for the Israeli Yediot Ahronot publication, that spanned 20 years. As an extreme sports fan Tal produced 14 independent films about the extreme sports world, and she herself took 3rd place in Israel’s wake-boarding championship in 2008.
In 2004 Tal graduated from the Shenkar College of Engineering, Design and Art and fell in love with jewelry design. She opened her own workshop and studio in Israel, which she ran alongside her career as a public figure.
Her daughters, Lia and Yali, were born in 2011 and 2015 respectively. In late 2017, Tal co-founded Talia Jewelry with her partner in life and the father of her daughters, Ronen Berka. Talia is an innovative concept in the jewelry market, inviting consumers to participate in the design process of the jewelry they will wear.
In June 2018, Tal was diagnosed with advanced stage cervical cancer. She fought and won two aggressive battles with the cancer over 18 months, all the while working on founding and creating a project to support women who survived cervical cancer. She designed a pendant with the words “Health and Happiness”, using the sales revenue to open a clinic in Sheba Tel Hashomer Hospital.
After her first clear PET scan in 2019 Tal decided to follow her dreams and race against time to make them come true. She and Ronen opened Talia’s first pop-up shop in Manhattan in November 2019, where she’s currently working on growing her brand and speaking about her survival story.

Dena Pilevsky

The Perfect Eye
New York Fashion and Beauty Blogger
PRESENTERS

Dr. Jenna Friedenthal, M.D.

Reproductive Medicine Associates
Physician

Dr. Jenna Friedenthal completed her undergraduate education at Yale University. She went on to complete her medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine with Distinction in Research. While in medical school, she received the Senior Research Fellowship award for her research accomplishments in reproductive endocrinology and immunology. Dr. Friedenthal then completed her residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at New York University. During her residency training, Dr. Friedenthal received the Mortimer Levitz Best Basic Science Award for her research on pre-implantation genetic testing. Dr. Friedenthal has published numerous scientific abstracts and articles and is the two-time award winner of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine’s Resident-In-Training Award. Dr. Friedenthal is passionate about providing compassionate, personalized care to patients who are looking to achieve their reproductive goals and overcome the challenges of infertility.

Dr. Jordana Jacobs, Ph.D

Jordana Jacobs, Ph.D
Psychologist

Dr. Jordana Jacobs is a clinical psychologist in private practice in New York City. Her approach is integrative, combining psychodynamic, mindfulness, and existential therapy into her treatment of patients. Dr. Jacobs considers herself a generalist, working with patients who have variety of symptoms, including anxiety, depression, chronic pain,  and adjustment disorders. Her training at Memorial Sloan Kettering working with terminally ill cancer patients, studies in Northern India, and Vipassana meditation practice inspired her research on the complex relationship between death awareness and love. Her dissertation, entitled “Till Death do us Part: The Effect of Mortality Salience on Satisfaction in Long-term Romantic Relationships” specifically explored the ways in which priming for death has the potential to increase intimacy in partnerships. In addition to seeing patients, Dr. Jacobs now speaks and leads retreats aimed towards helping people accept inevitable mortality so that they are able to live and love more fully.

DR. KRISTIN EMILIA ROJAS, M.D.

Maimonides Breast Center
Breast Surgeon

Eve Elenhorn

FlavorfulFIT
Integrative Health Practitioner

Eve Scaba, also known as FlavorfulFIT is an Integrative Health Practitioner that specializes in Gut Health and Thyroid Disease with a continuing education at the Natural Gourmet Culinary Institute of Nutrition. She is also a certified Women’s Trainer and Pre and Post Natal Corrective Exercise Specialist in Brooklyn, NY. Her social media presence on Instagram is known for keeping it real in the health and wellness community, and is where the FF Movement Health and Weight Loss program blossomed and grew. Today she has helped over 1000’s of clients heal from chronic symptoms and encourages long term success by integrating changesin their home . Her passion is to help women find the root and not treat the symptoms. At FlavorfulFIT we believes long term health involves every aspect of your life not just nutrition itself .

Allison Richard

Allison Richard B.A., RYT, IHC
Stress Management, Self Care and Executive Coach

Allison Richard B.A., RYT, IHC is a Stress Management, Self Care and Executive Coach as well as a Yoga & Meditation Instructor. She works with clients to help them understand the science behind their stress response and incorporate holistic tools such as yoga, meditation, breathwork, essential oils and energy medicine techniques to empower them in creating purposeful, healthy and passionate lives they love. Her corporate clients include Barclays, Hearst Publications, TripAdvisor, Viacom and Morgan Stanley. Allison’s expertise has been featured on Good Housekeeping,  in the New York Post, and the New York Times.

Dr. Zoe White, Ph.D.

Dr. Zoe White. PHD
A licensed clinical psychologist

A licensed clinical psychologist specializing in individual, couples and group therapy in Manhattan.

My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative and integrative. I hope to provide a safe, non-judgmental and authentic atmosphere in order to optimize the power of the therapeutic relationship.

It is a privilege to work with individuals every day who are motivated to gain insight and achieve goals of change and growth. My approach to treatment is rooted in psychodynamic and relational frameworks with flexibility to tailor each treatment to the unique needs of the individual.

I am passionate about working with individuals from all walks of life and have gained my clinical experience in a variety of settings including community mental health clinics, hospitals and college counseling centers. Through my research and clinical background I have sought advanced training and developed a specialization in the treatment of eating disorders. My postdoctoral work has been focused on the treatment of trauma, PTSD and campus sexual assault.

MODERATOR

Betty Gulko

CO-HOST
SUCH A BETTY: Fashion Editor / Stylist / Influencer

Gulko is a fashion stylist and designer, as well as a social media
influencer, based out of New York. She gives fashion tips and speaks
about her life on her blog, suchabetty.com. She has recently created
her own MOXIE collection with limited edition pieces which express her
passion for fashion and her fresh and unique style. She can be reached
at betty@suchabetty.com or found on Instagram @such.a.betty and
@moxiecollection.

Liana Zavo

Zavo Media
President and Founder

Liana Zavo is a Russian-American self-made entrepreneur, fashion designer and a publicist on a mission to change the women’s media landscape. Liana is the Founder and President of her startup ZavoMedia, which is a full service media company geared towards the female entrepreneurs. She is multi-dimensional and multi-faceted in the world of tech and fashion. Through her diverse experience in PR and startup’s, Liana noticed the gender disparities in the workforce and wanting to give the emerging entrepreneurs a voice. This indeed inspired her to launch, What Makes A WOMAN podcast also known as WMW, is a media-tech platform highlighting stories of female leaders challenging the status-quo, and championing the voices of female change-makers through substantive and inspiring, user generated content. Her mission is to change the next generation of female entrepreneurs by providing coaches and mentors starting from high school and on college campuses, to inspire the Millenial’s and the Gen Z’s. Her podcast, What Makes A Woman, is poised to change the world by challenging stereotypes. With a diverse, multicultural and multidisciplinary background that spans a variety of fields, Liana’s worldview is centered on championing innovation and challenging the status quo. Liana launched What Makes A WOMAN platform to empower female entrepreneurs, who are changing the world one launch at a time.

Esther Santer

Lifestyle Blogger
Founder of Esther Santer

Esther Santer is the blogger behind EstherSanter.com, an eponymous lifestyle blog that gives readers an inside look into the blogging industry. What started as a passion project has now transformed into Esther’s full time career. Using her past experience working in fashion, marketing, and influencer campaign management, Esther has successfully negotiated partnerships with well over 300 fashion and beauty brands in both the luxury and mass-market sectors. She can be found on social media @esthersanter.

Batsheva Weinstien

Sunnies and Sangria
Lifestyle Blogger

Batsheva Weinstien is a lifestyle blogger living in NYC. Her blog focuses on “things to do and what to wear while doing them”. She shares her daily life and worldly travels on her Instagram and most recently TikTok. Batsheva is also a part-time student at FIT studying Direct & Interactive Marketing.

HOST

Michelle Divon

News12
Journalist & News Anchor

Michelle Divon is an Israeli-American journalist and TV host living in NYC and working as a news anchor and reporter for News12. Since moving to the city, Michelle has emceed various events for SOSA, the Algemeiner, JCRC, JCC, AICF, JCC, and others. Michelle has also written for Times of Israel and The Forward and hosted the annual Israel Parade broadcast on My9. Michelle holds a BA in Government, Diplomacy and Strategy from the Interdisciplinary Center Herzliya.

FRIENDS OF BATSHEVA

Chagit Sofiev–Leviev

Leviev Group USA
President & CEO

Chagit Leviev is a multifaceted business leader and philanthropist, shining bright as President & CEO of Leviev Group USA and as President of Leviev Diamonds. She spearheads the U.S. arm of the esteemed multi-billion dollar international conglomerate the “Lev Leviev Group of Companies”, headquartered in the heart of Fifth Avenue, NY,
with investments in a wide range of industries- from real estate and technology to diamonds and jewelry, renowned as one of the largest privately held diamond firms to control all facets of the diamond pipeline, from mine to market.

In addition to these roles, Chagit was previously named CEO of the iconic real estate development firm Africa Israel USA, where she led notable real estate developments and transactions including ‘District’ at 111 Fulton Street, 20 Pine - The Collection by Armani Casa, 15 Broad - Downtown by Philippe Starck, The Apthorp, 88 Leonard Street
and The Marquis Residences on Brickell Avenue in Miami and presided over the firm’s trophy sale of the former ‘New York Times’ building in Times Square.

Beyond her corporate achievements and holding board positions in various companies across diverse industries, she is actively engaged on the boards of numerous non-profit organizations. Her philanthropic focus is evident as she dedicates her time and resources to select non-profits, making a positive impact in areas she is deeply passionate about, ranging from community work and Jewish education to advocacy for
Israel and women's causes.

A native of Israel, Chagit's upbringing spans both Israel and Belgium, cultivating a global perspective complemented by her fluency in six languages. In addition to her professional achievements, she takes most pride in her role as a wife and mother of five and extends her influence to the digital realm as a social media personality, actively involving her audience in the philanthropic endeavors she is involved with as a busy
mom and businesswoman. Her multifaceted approach to leadership and philanthropy defines her as a remarkable force in both business and community engagement.

Instagram : @Chagit_Leviev

Shevi Peters

Community Leader
Philanthropist

Shevi Peters, born in Israel to Libyan and Yemenite parents, lives in New York City with her 5 children. Shevi’s boundless energy and time is also devoted to Jewish causes, in particular, to those that involve education. Her goal is to provide information on Israel’s rich history and Judaism, in particular to young adults.. Shevi believes that the key to reaching unaffiliated Jews is through inspiring education. The platform for her vision is her short video series designed to capture the attention of college students in a strategic and unique way. As a producer, Shevi creates short films designed to present the facts in a nuanced, thought-provoking way. She recently partnered with Jerusalem U on the Six Day War Project. The success of this project led to production of The History of Israel Explained. Shevi’s passion for Judaism includes her involvement in Mechina Tavor, an Israeli program from which her son graduated, that attracts young high school graduates, preparing them for leadership roles in the Israeli army. Shevi is a supporter of the Israeli organization Reservists on Duty, which sends IDF reservists worldwide to provide college students with a first hand account of the diverse population in Israel today. She is also involved with the Chabad Center for Jewish Discovery. Shevi works tirelessly to strengthen Israeli culture and Jewish identity.

Linda Tantawi

Susan G. Komen
CEO

Linda McNeil Tantawi is a recognized non-profit leader whose work with a variety of nonprofits has transformed lives and communities. Driving organizations to embrace innovation to deliver impact and excellence is a hallmark of her leadership. Linda builds teams and organizations empowered to be bigger, better, and bolder, so they can be the change they want to see in the world. Linda excels at turning organizations into communities and developing lifelong brand evangelists. Linda joined Komen Greater NYC as its Chief Executive Officer in January 2013. Linda leads the largest affiliate in the Komen network and serves as a member of the National Affiliate Leadership Council.

Prior to Komen NYC, Linda served as Executive Director of the CJ Foundation for SIDS from 2009- 2013. The CJ Foundation is a national non-profit devoted to eliminating the tragedy of sudden unexpected infant deaths, supporting grieving families, advancing medical research, and furthering parent and professional education. For the 15 years prior, Linda led development and communications efforts at Volunteers of America Greater New York, with tenures as Chief Development and Communications Officer as well as Interim President and CEO. Earlier, she served as Director of Development for the Black Leadership Commission on AIDS in New York and as Senior Account Executive with J.C. Geever, Inc., a New York City based consulting firm that advises non-profits on fundraising strategies.

Linda attended the University of Massachusetts, where she received her Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude in Communications with a minor degree in Psychology. She also received a University Diploma in Social Psychology from the University of Kent, UK. Linda is a Trustee of the Partnership for Maternal Child Health in Newark, NJ and chairs its fundraising committee.

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