Sofaer Team

Dr. Leslie Broudo

Head of Program

Head of the Coller Institute of Venture

Faculty Bio

I aim to make the Sofaer Global MBA the best in the world in developing entrepreneurial leaders and in codifying that know-how. I am passionate about game-changing innovations, strategic partnerships, and bold moves. I am proud to be on this team, and am glad that we all have a sense of humor and are good at improvising solutions for worthwhile challenges.

Prof. Shai Danziger 

Academic Director

Professor of Marketing at the Coller School of Management

Faculty Bio

I aim to ensure that Sofaer Global MBA continuously improves its academic rigor to serve as a keystone for student success. I am passionate about new impactful experiential coursework and hands-on learning. I love research, gardening, photography and food.

Lara Portnoy

Team Leader

I aim to elevate Sofaer Global MBA’s presence to reflect the dynamism, boldness, and ingenuity of the curriculum and team. I am passionate about sharing the stories of our community, from student ideas and project to guest speakers and alumni success. I am a voracious reader, dream of having magic powers, and have 5 pets.

Dr. Eric Saranovitz

Class & Community Leader

I aim to ensure a smooth and meaningful educational experience, from orientation to graduation. I am passionate about guiding personalized student journeys and enhancing our shared sense of community. Besides loving to cook and bake, I like to spend time enjoying nature and the Israeli beaches.

Elena Bliman

Global Recruitment Leader

I aim to curate diverse student cohorts comprised of individuals with a variety of strengths and backgrounds who demonstrate excellence, creativity, resilience, integrative thinking, and intellectual synthesis. I am passionate about connecting students from around the globe and helping them to find their perfect academic match. Though travel is limited, I love exploring the world and, in the meantime, am happy that Israel has such diverse natural and historic sights to visit.