Guest Speakers
Our hand-picked educators from around the world create meaningful shiurim and workshops specifically for our diverse Gateways audience. They are there for you, to ask questions and form connections.
Speakers
HaRav Nissan Kaplan
Known for his powerful shiurim that change lives and perspectives, Rabbi Kaplan is Rosh Hayeshiva of Daas Aharon in Ramot, and Rav of his kehilla in Givat Hamivtar in Yerushalayim. He is the author of “Shalmei Nissan” and “Birkas Chasanim” and former longtime Maggid Shiur in the Mir Yerushalayim.
The Rosh Hayeshiva will be joining us for the entire Yom Tov. He will be giving Shiurim in Halacha and Hagada and will be available for a private consultation.
RABBI MORDECHAI SUCHARD
FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR OF GATEWAYS
Rabbi Suchard is the son of a Rav and Dayan on the prestigious Johannesburg Beis Din. He studied in Telshe, Cleveland and Ponevizh, Israel, and received semichah from the Chief Rabbi and Av Beth Din of Jerusalem, Rabbi Kulitz. For the past 24 years, Rabbi Suchard has devoted his time to building Gateways into a premier education powerhouse that engages collegiates, young adults, families, singles and Russian immigrants in the United States and abroad to nurture and sustain Jewish identity, strengthen their connection to Israel, and make informed decisions about their Jewish future.
Rabbi Aryeh Zev Ginzberg
Rabbi Aryeh Z. Ginzberg was the founding Rov of the Ohr Moshe Torah Institute in Hillcrest Queens & is currently the Rov of the Chofetz Chaim Torah Center in Cedarhurst. He is a published author of several seforim on Halacha & is a popular speaker representing Torah Hashkafa in a variety of venues around the world. He is also a regular columnist in several weekly newspapers , magazines & journals where he writes the Torah viewpoint on contemporary issues.
Rabbi Gavriel Friedman
Rabbi Gavriel Friedman a.k.a “Rav Gav”, has spent the last 2+ decades studying and teaching in various Yeshivos throughout Yerushalayim. Since beginning his global lectures, he has since spoken in dozens of locations around the world including South Africa, England, The Netherlands, Costa Rica, Mexico, Panama, across the US spanning from New York to California, and of course his home country of Israel, and more.
Beyond his world travels, Rav Gav is currently teaching at Aish HaTorah Jerusalem, where he continues to teach and inspire thousands of people each year through their various programs, including their world famous Discovery Seminar.
HIs charisma captivates audiences of all ages and inspires men, women and children across the Jewish spectrum.
Mrs. Slovie Jungreis Wolff
Mrs. Slovie Jungreis Wolff is a noted teacher, author, relationships and parenting lecturer. She is the leader of Hineni Couples and daughter of Rebbetzen Esther Jungreis. Slovie is the author of the parenting handbook, Raising A Child With Soul. She gives weekly classes and has lectured throughout the U.S.,Canada, Mexico, Panama, and South Africa.is a noted teacher, author, relationships and parenting lecturer. She is the leader of Hineni Couples and daughter of Rebbetzen Esther Jungreis. Slovie is the author of the parenting handbook, Raising A Child With Soul. She gives weekly classes and has lectured throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Panama, and South Africa.
Rebbetzin Esti Hamilton
Rebbetzin Esti Hamilton is a renowned teacher of Torah and spiritual mentor impacting thousands globally through her insightful classes and seminars. With over twenty years of experience, she expertly addresses contemporary issues by intertwining Jewish wisdom with modern psychology. With a degree in psychology and her extensive study of Torah under some of the world’s preeminent rabbinic leaders, Rebbetzin Esti has dedicated her career to women’s education. Rebbetzin Esti recently moved to Florida, where she serves as the Director of Women’s Education for The Miami Beach Community Kollel, continuing to inspire women through her shiurim both in person and online.