David Chistopher Kaufman makes for an unlikely Zionist. The son of a Jewish mother and African-American father, David was born and raised in San Francisco—educated at both Brandeis and New York Universities—and has spent the majority of his media career in New York City. But it is in Israel that he has always felt most at home—and the attack on Israel by Hamas on October 7th, 2023 turned David into an unexpected activist across both traditional and social media.

From his base as an editor and columnist at the New York Post, David—a proud Gay dad of twin sons—has been a staunch advocate for Israel's right to defend itself against Hamas hostility as well as for an end to the tide of antisemitism now coursing across the globe. Along with writing for the New York Post, David regularly contributes pieces on global politics, culture, business and social affairs to AirMail, The Telegraph, The Forward, Tablet, and Haaretz. He is a frequent on-air contributor to I24 News in Israel and has held staff positions at The New York Times, Quartz, and Architectural Digest, where he served as their Global Digital Director. David is co-author of the 2019 book "PRIDE: 50 Years of Parades and Protest" from Abrams Books and is currently working on a book about how October 7th changed both his life and the world as we know it.

Originally from London, England, Jonny Daniels moved to Israel at 18 to serve in the Israeli Army. Achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant in the 890 Paratroopers Unit, he later contributed his skills as the Chief of Staff to Members of Knesset and Ministers in the Israeli Parliament.

Post-military service, Jonny founded the From The Depths Foundation in 2014, focusing on Holocaust memory and memorial. Beyond educating about the past, the foundation actively supports Holocaust Survivors and Righteous Among the Nations, engaging in broad humanitarian efforts. During the Russia-Ukraine war, Jonny entered Ukraine six times, aiding Holocaust Survivors, Righteous individuals, and supporting thousands who fled, including those unable to leave.

A recognized figure in international media, Jonny frequently contributes to esteemed outlets such as CNN, Fox News, Newsmax, and more. His influence is underscored by being voted one of the 100 most influential Jews globally by the 'Algemeiner' Newspaper.

Since the war's onset on October 7, Jonny has tirelessly dedicated himself to delivering real-time, verified news updates to his Instagram followers. In doing so, he has solidified his position as one of social media's most trustworthy sources for information on Israel, the Diaspora, and the ongoing war. Jonny's voice resonates as a steadfast beacon of reason and calm in these unsettling and distressing times.

The world demands action, and Samantha Ettus rises to the challenge.

In the wake of October 7th, Samantha found herself in the unexpected position of becoming a Jewish activist. While previously recognized for her insights on the future of work as a speaker, author, and TV contributor, she refocused all her endeavors on combating antisemitism and mobilizing the Jewish community. As Sam explains it, she went from covering work and life issues to covering life and death issues after the start of the Hamas/Israel war.

Driven by the urgency of our times, Samantha believes that every individual, regardless of their platform, has the potential to make a significant impact. Witnessing the events unfold, she asked herself, “Who else is going to step up?” And, fueled by this question alongside a deep commitment to justice, she embarked on a journey of self-education, delving into the complexities of Middle Eastern politics and the challenges Jewish communities face in the Diaspora.

This unexpected path transformed Samantha into an “accidental activist.” Her extensive background in women’s empowerment transitioned into an unwavering commitment to be a voice for the Jewish people.

To bring more attention to rising antisemitism, she launched the New Voices campaign, enlisting a combination of non-Jewish and Jewish celebrities and influencers from Cindy Crawford to Kevin Nealon to speak out through a rapidly growing Instagram account that has reached millions worldwide. The campaign was launched on CNN. Sam is also a producer of the upcoming documentary Primal Fear: Jews Under Siege, which is being filmed now.

Sam is the best-selling author of five books and the co-host of iHeart’s leading women in business podcast. She spent eight years as a Contributor to Forbes, was a syndicated columnist for Scripps Howard News Service, and hosted 75 episodes of the leading Internet talk show Obsessed TV, which she created and produced with Gary Vaynerchuk.

A renowned speaker, Sam has spoken on hundreds of stages across America, from TEDx to Fortune 500 companies and Jewish Federations. She has appeared on countless TV shows, including the TODAY Show, Access Hollywood, NBC News, Dr. Phil, The Doctors, Cavuto Live, and Good Morning America. She has been featured and quoted in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, USA Today, and Fortune.

Prepare to be inspired as Samantha shares her powerful message, equipping you with the tools and motivation to find your voice and become an active agent for positive change.

Born and raised in Paris, Leslie Gelrubin Benitah launched her broadcasting career after earning her PhD in Journalism from the Sorbonne. She quickly became the Executive Producer for primetime content at TF1, France's leading network.

In 2006, Leslie relocated to Miami, where she initially dedicated herself to written journalism, becoming the editor-in-chief of a prominent French-language magazine in the United States focused on politics and economics.

Soon, her passion for visual storytelling led her back to film. Over the following years, she directed numerous documentaries, collaborating with various production companies and channels.

As an activist, philanthropist, and third-generation Holocaust survivor, Leslie has dedicated recent years to Holocaust education and frequently speaks to students across Greater Miami. She completed the 3G speaker-training course and is currently writing a memoir detailing her family's Holocaust experiences. 

Producing The Last Ones—a series of short documentaries featuring the last Holocaust survivors—is Leslie's labor of love. With over 100 episodes in French and English, the project forges a connection between Survivors and younger generations.

To date, The Last Ones has garnered several million views and tens of thousands of subscribers, and many teachers across Europe now use the foundation's resources as educational tools.

In addition to her production and writing endeavors, Leslie has held numerous leadership roles, including:

- Governor of Tel Aviv University since 2013

- Chair of the Miami Beach Board of Women's Philanthropy (2016-2019)

- Board Member of The Greater Miami Jewish Federation

- Board Director of American Friends of Tel Aviv University (AFTAU)

- Chair of Communication & Marketing at AFTAU

- Speaker for 3GMiami

Leslie's dynamic career and unwavering commitment to education and philanthropy continue to impact communities worldwide.