Israel Chery

Israel joined MassDevelopment in 2023 and serves as the Human Resources Manager. Israel will work in HR operations, focusing on training and development and developing strategies that improve workplace accessibility and inclusiveness. Prior to joining MassDevelopment, Israel worked for KIPPMA, a network of charter schools in the Boston and Lynn regions, where he obtained expertise as an HR manager. Israel HR procedures including audits, recommitment, and open enrollment. He conducted a variety of staff training sessions and coached managers on how to address matters with staff members, such as time-off requests and employee relations. Additionally, Israel assists in ensuring that company policies support diversity in the workplace. Ensured personnel and recruiting managers have received training on how to find, hire, manage, and keep a diverse workforce. Israel graduated from Salem State University with a Master's in Business Administration.