Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA)
Laura Fendrick Ross has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and organizations. Laura started their career at News America Marketing as an Account Associate from August 2007 to September 2009. In 2009, they joined the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA) where they held multiple positions including BBYO Assistant Program Director (September 2009 - January 2011), BBYO Director (January 2011 - August 2012), Teen Department Director (August 2012 - September 2014), and Associate Program Director (September 2014 - November 2016). Laura then joined BBYO as the Area Director of Community Impact, Southeast from November 2016 to June 2019, and later became the Associate Vice President of Programming from June 2019 to August 2021. From August 2021 to September 2023, Laura served as the Director of Communications at Blue Star Camps. Currently, Laura holds the position of Chief Engagement Officer at the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA) starting September 2023.
Laura Fendrick Ross obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Indiana University - Kelley School of Business in the years 2003 to 2007. Additionally, they hold a Project Management Certification from the Six Sigma Global Institute. The exact month of certification is not provided, but it was obtained in the year 2021.
Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA)
The Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA) is a non-profit organization that has served the Atlanta community for more than 100 years. The MJCCA was ranked among the Top 100 Workplaces in 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 by the Atlanta Journal Constitution, and is widely regarded as one of the premiere JCCs in the country. The MJCCA annually serves 12,000 members and over 55,000 people in the Atlanta community through a wide variety of innovative programs and vital services. The MJCCA provides scholarships to those in need and services to those with disabilities to ensure that every member of the community has the opportunity to benefit from our programs. The MJCCA embraces people of all ages, races, denominations, affiliations, and abilities. MJCCA Mission To foster and ensure a vibrant greater Atlanta Jewish community by providing programs and services of distinction that attract, involve, and inspire meaningful connections and promote Jewish values. MJCCA Vision » To systematically build, grow, and sustain our core programs and services in a fiscally disciplined manner. » To ensure we have the appropriate facilities and visionary leadership to meet the growing needs of the Atlanta Jewish community. » To engage in community partnerships and collaborative efforts to offer a continuum of programs and services. » To serve as the premiere Jewish institution that connects and engages all ages and backgrounds. » To foster personal growth of our members through cultural, educational, social, and total wellness activities.