Andrea Wolf has spent her career in healthcare and in Jewish causes. Andrea is the Founder and CEO of Uppermost Strategies LLC, an advisory firm guiding companies and nonprofits in the healthcare and education sectors. In this capacity Andrea has worked at the intersection of public policy, commercialization, and impact for women's healthtech companies, media outlets, and education startups. Some notable clients include Google Health, Innovation Africa, GE, Jewish Insider, Molecule Maker Lab, and Pulsenmore. 

Andrea is proud to join AJMA's team to ensure that AJMA's members have access to state and federal legislators and appointees. She believes that Jewish healthcare will be strengthened through effective policies fighting antisemitism but also through policies that open doors to increased collaboration opportunities with Israeli companies, pro-Israel researchers, and Jewish healthcare innovators. 

She lives in Potomac, MD with her four daughters and wonderful husband, Ariel. Andrea is proud to serve on the boards of Beth Sholom Talmud Torah Congregation, the Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School, and on the Parent Advisory Committee at the Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School. Andrea has been awarded a Woman to Watch from Jewish Women International, a 40 under 40 in Healthcare Philanthropy, Capital Chai Award for Jewish Leaders under 40, and a Webby Award for Public Service and Activism. 

Dr. Rose joined the American Jewish Medical Association (AJMA) in May 2025. 

The surge in antisemitism in the US after October 7 shocked her, and she felt compelled to join an organization dedicated to spreading truth and combating hate. As a medical professional who is trained to think critically and base decisions on evidence, she was alarmed by the spread of misinformation and the increasing hostility toward Jewish people and Israelis.
 
She obtained a BA from Colgate University, MD from New York Medical College, and completed her internal medicine residency at the University of Minnesota. She worked as a hospitalist and then a geriatrician taking care of acutely ill patients at skilled nursing facilities. Originally from the Boston area, she raised her twin daughters in Minnesota and now is residing in Park City, UT. She has deep personal ties to Israel and has visited twice on her own since October 7.

Melanie joined the AJMA in September 2025 with 30 years of experience in donor relations, fundraising, board development, and strategic communications. She has a strong track record of building infrastructure, streamlining operations, and leading teams that drive mission-focused growth.

Most recently, Melanie served as Director of Development Operations at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, where she helped enhance development systems, mentor staff, and support donor engagement efforts—contributing to the organization’s success in surpassing its fundraising goal. Her career also includes leadership roles at Georgetown University and Montgomery College, where she developed donor strategies, launched stewardship programs, and built operational efficiencies.

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Melanie holds a B.A. from Clark University and studied at Tel Aviv University, deepening her lifelong connection to Israel. A passionate advocate for Jewish life, she actively supports the fight against antisemitism and antizionism and recently returned from a volunteer mission to Israel.

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Her strategic mindset, operational expertise, and deep Jewish values make her a vital part of AJMA’s mission to empower Jewish healthcare professionals nationwide.

Bio 

Jose is a seasoned Certified Public Accountant with over 12 years of experience in public and private accounting, specializing in nonprofit financial management. Known for delivering customized financial solutions, Jose empowers nonprofit organizations to achieve their missions with confidence. His client-focused approach and unwavering commitment to excellence have earned him lasting trust and consistent recognition from nonprofit leaders for his precision and professionalism.

While at BDO (formerly Goldstein Schechter Koch), Jose honed his expertise by auditing nonprofit entities throughout South Florida, where his meticulous attention to detail and dedication to quality were repeatedly commended.

Jose holds an M.S. in Accounting and a B.S. in Finance from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, where he received numerous academic honors. Combining technical expertise, a passion for nonprofit causes, and a collaborative spirit, Jose is a vital partner to the organizations he serves.