Yefet Ozery serves as senior advisor to the president of Zefat Academic College (ZAC). In this capacity, he works closely with the president and senior leadership to advance the college’s priorities, strengthen philanthropic and institutional relationships, and cultivate partnerships in Israel and abroad.
His responsibilities include developing long-term relationships with foundations, Jewish communities, philanthropic organizations, and other stakeholders committed to advancing higher education, healthcare, and social development in Israel’s northern region. He also helps move forward key initiatives in health sciences, student services, research, community engagement, and shared society.
Ozery brings extensive experience in public and nonprofit leadership, organizational development, resource development, and global engagement. Before joining ZAC, he served as head of the Division of International External Relations at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, where he oversaw the university’s global development activities. Earlier, he was chief executive officer of ASHUS—the American Society of the University of Haifa—based in New York City.
Ozery is the founder and president of K & Y Impact Consulting, where he advised organizations on strategy, institutional advancement, and leadership development.
At ZAC, he plays a key role in expanding the institution’s global profile and advancing initiatives that reinforce its role as a leading academic, social, and economic anchor for the Galilee.
Education
M.P.A., Hebrew University of Jerusalem
B.A. in Economics and Political Science, Hebrew University of Jerusalem