Sharon Goldman Leads AJC Atlanta Regional Office
The veteran policy leader assumes the director role to strengthen community engagement in Atlanta.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Judaism
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Sharon Goldman has officially taken the helm as the regional director of the American Jewish Committee in Atlanta. She arrives with extensive experience in leadership and political advocacy.
Why it matters
Goldman aims to enhance the impact of the organization by increasing the involvement of lay leaders in managing key community and political relationships. Her appointment signals a strategic shift in how the local AJC office approaches advocacy efforts.
Goldman holds a doctorate in political science from Yale University and previously served as the director of Kivunim. She brings 12 years of leadership experience from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee to the role.
The players
Sharon Goldman
She is the new regional director of the American Jewish Committee in Atlanta with a background in political science and previous leadership experience at AIPAC.
Dov Wilker
He serves as the Vice President of Advocacy and Innovation at the American Jewish Committee and is collaborating with the new regional director.
Sherry Frank
She is the former Executive Director of the American Jewish Committee in Atlanta who is assisting with the leadership transition.
The details
Goldman is currently collaborating with Vice President of Advocacy and Innovation Dov Wilker and former Executive Director Sherry Frank to transition into the position. She intends to modernize the office by expanding the operational roles of local lay leaders.
Timeline
Sharon Goldman moved to Atlanta in September 2026.
The AJC Atlanta Human Rights Award dinner is scheduled for Nov. 19, 2026.
Culture Shift
This appointment follows established patterns for shifting the American Jewish Committee's regional leadership structure. Her arrival reflects a broader movement within advocacy organizations to integrate specialized academic expertise into local community management.
Residents and community members involved with the organization may see changes in how lay leaders are utilized for outreach and advocacy. Those interested in local policy can expect new engagement initiatives following the upcoming Human Rights Award dinner.
The takeaway
Goldman brings a wealth of political and academic experience to her new role in Atlanta. Her focus on expanding the influence of lay leaders suggests a more participatory future for the regional AJC office.
What happens next
AJC Atlanta will hold a Human Rights Award dinner on Nov. 19, 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Rough Draft Atlanta.
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