Binyamin (Binny) Shalev specializes in resource development and philanthropy in Israel, with a special connection to the Galilee. From 1991-1997, he was the driving force behind the development of the Zippori National Park. Between 1997 and 2000, Shalev was involved in Israel-Diaspora relations, first as a representative of Jewish Federations of Palm Beach and Pittsburgh, and then as a Senior Advisor to the Minister of Diaspora Affairs in the Prime Minister’s Office. During 2001-2004, Shalev served as Director of the Safed Foundation
Between 2005-2024 he served as the Israel Director to the Russell Berrie Foundation. He is currently a mentor with the Mandel North Institutes and active in the recovery and development of the Galil. Binny lives with his family in the Galilee community of Hoshaya.
