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Igor Alterman Appointed President And CEO Of Jewish

Federation Of South Palm Beach County

The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach With dual master’s degrees in nonprofit management
County has appointed Igor Alterman president and CEO and religious education and experience spanning
of the organization. He leads a dynamic organization that philanthropy, higher education and Jewish communal
serves as the central address for Jewish life in the greater leadership, he has a proven track record of advancing
Boca Raton, Fla., area. mission-driven organizations.
“I accepted the leadership role to not only harness Prior to his Federation leadership, he served as chief
the youthful vibrancy and growing numbers of Jewish executive officer of the University of Miami Hillel,
families who have recently relocated to the region, but where he oversaw a multimillion-dollar capital campaign,
also to build upon the charitable foundation established facility expansion, and strategic partnerships with private
by long-standing members of Boca Raton’s diverse Jewish foundations and international organizations. He also
community,” said Alterman. served at Hillel organizations at Cornell University and
Previously, as president and CEO of the Jewish Ithaca College.
Federation of Greater Dallas, he spearheaded record- A Wexner Fellow and ROI Schusterman Community
breaking annual campaigns, full-scale organizational member, his professional journey reflects a steadfast Igor Alterman
digital transformation, and unified the community in the commitment to strengthening Jewish life through strong
aftermath of October 7. nonprofit leadership. Born in Russia and having lived and studied in Israel,
Igor is deeply connected to the global Jewish community.
The Singles Scene Column © He resides in South Florida with his wife, Olga, their two
children, David and Alice, and their dog, Quentin, named
after a renowned film director.
Keepsake Love Notes from be shared equally. If someone is doing 90% of the talking, Photo by 4th Avenue Photography, 2025
Your Matchmakers there is a problem. You won’t get the second date. Spinal Stenosis
♥When you break up, do it with class. Don’t break up
through an email or text. Be forthright but humble.
By Kelly Leary, M.S. &
Miranda Capparelli ♥Grieving is brutal but essential. Everyone has their FAQs
own timeline. You will know when you are ready to
“It’s important for get back in the game. In this day and age, seniors are
people to remember that dating after losing a spouse, and they are finding a new Spinal stenosis is fairly
we are the creators of our companion. Avoid comparisons. Give yourself permission common. Degenerative
lives instead of the victims to start a new chapter with new actors and a new plot.
of it.” ~ Dr. Joe Dispenza ♥Join the love movement just for YOU. Stand up for spinal changes affect up to
Happy Spring from something that you want in your life moving forward. Be 95 percent of people by the
our Revolution Family to part of your own solution, not your own problem. Get out age of 50, and spinal stenosis
yours. This month--we are of your own way. is one of these changes. For
gifting you some extra love people over 65 undergoing
because we are so thankful ♥Cowards never start, winners never quit, and
to you all. Keepsake love quitters never win. Don’t ever quit on love. Remember, spine surgery, lumbar spinal
notes are special because fear is the opposite of love. stenosis is the most common
they hold sentimental ♥Dating is a journey. There will be highs and lows. diagnosis. An estimated
value. These love notes are designed specifically for our Focus on the destination. 200,000 Americans suffer
loyal readers, Single or Taken. The annotations below ♥Online dating is a horror story. You could lose it from lumbar spinal stenosis.
physically represent the care and research we put into our all--the same way people can lose themselves in Las
work. You can hold on to these love notes or pass them along Vegas! Stop rolling the dice. If you stay too long, you may It’s more prevalent in the J. Manuel Sarmiento, M.D.
to someone who may need to hear them. Read to the end never come back emotionally or physically. Turn on any elderly population but can
to discover the most vital note--guaranteed to elevate your streaming service, and you will see the reality of online also affect younger individuals.
mindset this month. dating. The following stories are based on true life events. J. Manuel Sarmiento, M.D., an experienced neurosurgeon
at Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital, answers frequently
♥Practice kindness. If you don’t practice kindness in Here is a list made just for you by your matchmakers: asked questions about spinal stenosis.
life, love, work and play, you will reap what you sow. One Q: What is spinal stenosis?
of the biggest turnoffs is coming into the gate – or date, or -Lover, Stalker, Killer A: Spinal stenosis is narrowing around the spinal cord
room, or party – with a bad attitude. -Love, Janessa (Podcast Series) and/or nerves. Lumbar stenosis is narrowing of the nerves
♥First impressions matter. We have learned that your -The Tinder Swindler in the lower back. This may produce leg pain (sciatica), leg
-Dirty John
impression of a person usually forms in the first 60 seconds. -Sweet Bobby: My Catfish Nightmare
So make sure that your “hello” is a good one. -Fake Profile numbness, or possibly leg weakness. Cervical stenosis is
♥Age is just a number! It’s never too late, but don’t -Why Did You Kill Me? pressure on the spinal cord or nerves in the neck. This may
get stuck on the bench. You are not getting any younger. -Untold: The Girlfriend Who Didn’t Exist result in arm pain, numbness, weakness, difficulty writing,
♥Love begets love. Our office rule is: “Only Love is and even walking abnormalities.
Spoken Here!” Go on a date with this in mind, and you Thank you so much for following the real matchmakers for Q: What causes spinal stenosis?
will get a second date! No one likes a grouch. over three decades! This month, we are celebrating 34 years • Aging
in the love industry and eleven years of Revolution Dating
♥Successful Dating requires Time, Money, and (a brick-and-mortar powerhouse of a business). We invite • Genetics
Emotion: Dating is a “Relationship Investment” of all you to join us in our LOVE movement. You have arrived. • Congenitally narrow spinal canal
three, so get used to it. With our pre-screened clients, • Smoking
relationships move along quickly and yield a higher ROI. Much Love & Gratitude, • Osteoarthritis
If you don’t invest, you won’t progress. Q: How is spinal stenosis treated?
♥Inner beauty trumps exterior beauty every day of the Kelly & Miranda A: There are many treatments for spinal stenosis,
week. Looks don’t mean a thing when it comes to success both surgical and non-surgical. Every patient is unique
in date-land. Exterior beauty might get you in the door, but #34YearsOfExperience #WhyWaitJustDate and therefore treatment needs to be unique as well. When
#LoveOffline #MatchmakingRoyalty #TellYourFriends
can you get a second date? Inner beauty is key. #ComeAliveIn2025 considering surgery, there are many factors that need to
♥If you are striking out, look in the mirror and soul be taken into account. It is important to meet with a spinal
search. Are you doing the work to be your best self? Or Kelly Leary© has 34 years in the
are you expecting your matchmaker to deliver love to your dating industry and a master’s degree neurosurgeon for a comprehensive evaluation and treatment
doorstep like a pizza? Matchmaking is a collaboration. in clinical psychology. She has been recommendations.
Connect, bond, show your good side, listen to feedback, written about in Modern Luxury Non-surgical treatments include:
cooperate, and be open to advice. If you go to your doctor Magazine Palm Beach and Modern • Medicine to reduce swelling
and don’t listen to one word of his advice, fail to take your Luxury Manhattan, The Palm Beach • Spinal injections to decrease inflammation
medicine and remain sick, is it your doctor’s fault? No. Post, The Shiny Sheet, Stuart News, • Medicine to relieve pain
♥Don’t be too picky. We have a female client who Jupiter Magazine, and many more. • Activity modification
won’t date a man under 6’4”. If your criteria is strict, be Revolution Dating clients are pre-screened in person,
prepared to wait longer than someone more open-minded. including background checks and ID verification. • Exercises and/or physical therapy
High standards are acceptable if you understand the other Professional photos are taken by the staff. Revolution Surgical treatments for cervical spinal stenosis include:
person must like YOU back. Dating is a combat sport. Be Dating is NOT online dating or blind dating. In addition • Microsurgical decompression of nerves
realistic and self-aware. to providing matchmaking services that make singles • Spinal laminoplasty – non-fusion spinal restoration
♥Men bear the brunt of dating. So ladies, don’t abuse “UN-single” through their exclusive club memberships, • Posterior spinal fusion using 3-D computer assisted
Kelly and her A-List Team also provide feedback from
this love note or use them for a free meal. Always be dates when appropriate. Mock Dates are available by technology
courteous and say “thank you!” request. Single Coaching Sessions and Evaluations are • Anterior cervical fusion
♥Maintain an attitude of gratitude. This applies to your also available by request for non-members or as an add- • Artificial disc replacement
love life and far beyond. on to some memberships. *All inquiries are confidential Surgical treatments for lumbar spinal stenosis include:
♥More good than bad. If your date is relatively *Specializing in representing jet-setting clients with a • Microsurgical decompression of nerves
second home in the Northeast/Tri-State Area. Do call the
reasonable and only a bit questionable, give it the green central hotline at 561-630-9696 (XOXO) or scan the QR • Spinal fusion for stabilization using several various
light and continue to the next date. code below to hold your place in the club. Time flies! approaches
♥50:50. This is about talking too much--not paying the To schedule an appointment with Dr. Sarmiento or
tab! While dating, keep an eye on your conversation and another Cleveland Clinic neurosurgeon in Florida, call
your listening skills. Take turns. Your discussion should
(877) 463-2010. Visit ClevelandClinicFlorida.org/neuro
for more information.