The Wisdom of Women in Law

The Wisdom of Women in Law

Women in law know it’s a dance – a constant effort to find the balance between power and grace in a competitive, often relentless work environment. Gathering strength in numbers, the Jewish Bar Association of Michigan offers a forum to discuss the issues and explore strategies for success.

Renee Erlich

Executive Coach

Meet Renee Erlich, Co-Founder Star Trax and pulse220; Exec Coach, President, Founder, Prosperi Leadership Coaching; Board Member, Jewish Federation. Most inspired roles: Mom of three, wife and partner in life to Craig.

Jordan and Lauren Acker

NEXTGen Detroiters to Watch

Meet Lauren and Jordan Acker, married 3 years, now a jFamily with baby Jenna on board. U of M alumni, proud to be Detroiters, building careers in education, law and community service.

Rachel Klegon

Rachel Klegon: On Green Living Science

Some call it the Ghetto Louvre of Detroit. Reclaimed from an illegal dumping ground behind the former Lincoln plant on the edge of Midtown, the Lincoln Street Art and Sculpture Park is a must-see today. Make a vow to visit.

Jo Pittman

Fiddler in the House

What started as a Mitzvah Project is now a little “concert circuit,” for a young violist playing for the residents of the Prentis Jewish Apartments in Oak Park and at Trowbridge in Southfield.

Group Upon Arrival in Central Square, Havana

Havdalah in Havana

Forget the cigars. For 12 Detroiters, Cuba’s vibrant Jewish community will forever be what they remember about their trip.

Gold Star Teachers

Gold Star Teachers

Meet Akiva’s Award Winning Teachers, Anna Greenfield and Sharon Ozrovitz

Rachel Schostak

Trendsetter

Meet Rachel Schostak, 28. “FashionTech” pro. Blogger. CEO & Founder of Styleshack, changing the way local shops connect with customers online. Bizdom grad building a digital brand.  

Noah Resnick

In Conversation with Noah Resnick

Multi-talented in both architecture and academia, Noah Resnick has found a niche in urban design.