Our Newest Board Members: Welcoming Innovation and Leadership
We are excited to introduce and welcome our newest board members: Lee Miller and Dr. David Rubovits.
Both Lee and David share a profound commitment to addressing healthcare challenges, advancing diversity and inclusion, and enhancing community well-being. Their combined expertise and passion for fostering healthy, inclusive communities will bring valuable perspectives to our board. We are excited to see the positive impact Lee and David will have as we continue to strive towards our vision of that every community has the resources needed to be a healthy and safe place for people live, learn, work and play.
Join us in welcoming Lee Miller and Dr. David Rubovits!
Lee Miller
Lee Miller has extensive leadership experience spanning various roles including Operating Partner, Board Member, and Chairman of the Investment and Management Committees at Abundant Venture Partners, focusing on healthcare challenges. Previously, he was the Former Global Chair/Partner at DLA Piper. Lee is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in the legal community, notably through his involvement in the Project for Attorney Retention (PAR) Diversity and Flexibility Connection. He has served on multiple boards including JUF/JF and Sinai Health System, chairing committees such as Audit and Government Affairs. Lee holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a J.D. from Georgetown University.
Dr. David Rubovits
David Rubovits, Ph.D., currently serves as JUF’s Chief Operating Officer, overseeing organizational health, resource allocation, and strategic implementation to enhance efficiency. He will retire from this role on June 30, 2024. Previously, David was Senior Vice President, Planning & Allocations, managing a broad network of agencies and programs. With over 30 years in nonprofit management and psychology, he has contributed significantly to JUF, including roles on the JUF/JF Board and leadership of key committees like the Metropolitan Chicago Population Study. David earned his degrees from the University of Illinois and the University of Houston.
With the addition of Lee and David, our 17-member board is strengthened by their diverse experiences and unwavering dedication to advancing health equity. We eagerly anticipate the fresh perspectives they will bring to our team and the positive impact they will have on our strategic direction.
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