Emily Berg

Emily Berg has a diverse work experience in marketing and communications, philanthropic partnerships, and project management. Emily is currently serving as the Head of Marketing and Communications at Darrow since 2022. Previously, they worked at Start-Up Nation Central as the Philanthropic Partnerships Manager from 2019 to 2022, where they fundraised from high net worth individuals and leading philanthropists. Prior to that, Emily was the Founder & CEO of Matana from 2014 to 2021. Emily also gained experience as a Project Manager at 8400 - The Health Network from 2017 to 2019, where they focused on cohort recruitment efforts. Additionally, they worked as a Senior Marketing & Resource Development Consultant at Minuf Group from 2013 to 2019, working with several leading nonprofits in fundraising strategy and donor prospecting. Finally, Emily worked as a Marketing Communications Specialist at Shalom Hartman Institute from 2012 to 2013, managing the organization's digital presence and preparing communications for various stakeholders.

Emily Berg completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science with Honours Specialization at Western University from 2004 to 2008. Emily then pursued a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Political Science and Government at the University of Toronto, which they completed in 2010. In 2009, Emily obtained an Academic Certificate in Social Movements and Social Change from the University of Amsterdam. In 2011 to 2012, they furthered their education by obtaining an Advanced Professional Certificate in Informal Jewish Education from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, specifically focusing on the Melton School for Jewish Education.

In terms of additional certifications, Emily became a Certified Postpartum Doula through DONA International in June 2020. Emily also possesses a certification in Teaching English as a Foreign Language, obtained from IBTEFL - International Bureau of Teaching English as a Foreign Language, although the specific month and year of obtaining this certification are not provided.