August 21/2015

Saying Goodbye and Hello

This week a dear friend and colleague, that I had the distinct pleasure of working with for the past three years, is returning to Israel upon termination of his diplomatic posting as Deputy Consul General Of Israel to the Mid-Atlantic region. I feel extremely fortunate to have had a such a great partner for our work at the Consulate. Elad Strohmayer is professional, knowledgeable, experienced and above all - staunchly committed to fostering Israel's relations with the U.S.

For the past three years, Elad carried out Israel’s mission tirelessly and as I and all of you can attest, with a great deal of talent, devotion and passion. Elad is a true Mensch and a dear friend. For his partnership, friendship and invaluable work here at the Consulate, I deeply thank Elad, and wish him and his husband, Oren, a bright and sunny future as they return home to Israel.

I am equally delighted to welcome the incoming Deputy Consul General, Moran Birman, and his wife, Dana, who arrived at Philadelphia this week. I am confident that Moran, a smart and gifted diplomat with a unique skill set and an engaging personality, will be highly successful in carrying out our core mission - fostering deep and meaningful relations between Israel and the United States.

As we depart from Elad and welcome Moran, I look forward to continue working with all of you to jointly fulfill the highly important mission. 

Shabbat Shalom,

  

Yaron Sideman
Consul General Of Israel,
Mid-Atlantic Region