What Is Championsgate?

Comprising a core cadre of prominent and prolific thinkers and doers of the Jewish world, the ChampionsGate community of leaders serves as a year-long think-tank and action-center for the Yeshiva University world, centering around an annual summer conference in Orlando, Florida.

Extending far beyond the conference itself, the ChampionsGate experience addresses the major opportunities and challenges facing our community. ChampionsGate Ambassadors participate in a series of conference calls and follow up conversations together with Yeshiva University administration to guide and implement exciting new initiatives that advance our values and communities.

Who Is Championsgate For?

Invited by President Richard M. Joel, participants from a variety of fields and locations assemble to make a significant impact on the Jewish community. Many of the ideas formed and discussed during past conferences have directly influenced Jewish communities in North America and beyond. Participants are primarily lay leaders, joined by select Jewish Community Professionals, Heads of School, and Rabbis, who shape the Jewish community on both the local and national level. Participants are always invited as a couple.

Information About the Annual ChampionsGate Leadership Conference July 25^th - 28^th 2013:

When & Where Is Championsgate?

This year’s ChampionsGate Conference will take place at the Hilton Orlando, 6001 Destination Parkway, Orlando, Florida, from July 25th- 28th. A unique Shabbat experience is planned as part of the program. For more information about the resort, please visit www.thehiltonorlando.com. The hotel is located fifteen minutes from Orlando International Airport and Disney World. If you wish to extend your visit, please email us at the address below.

What Is Included in My Reservation?

All program materials, three nights of luxury hotel accommodations and all meals are included in the registration fee of $650 per person (single occupancy) or $900 per couple (double occupancy). The conference is made possible by a generous grant from Yeshiva University Trustee Ira and Mindy Mitzner. Each participant should arrange their own travel to and from the resort.

Is There an Expected Gift to Yeshiva University?

While no gift is required, we do sincerely hope that those in attendance will be moved to support the vital community building work of Yeshiva University through joining the ChampionsGate Giving Circle.

How Do I Register?   

You may register online at www.yu.edu/cjf/championsgate. The invitation code needed for registration is in your invitation packet.

At ChampionsGate, you will have the opportunity to network with participants and conference presenters. These invaluable interactions create and strengthen collaborative partnerships that uniquely define our ChampionsGate Community of Community Leaders. To this end, we are introducing a new feature to the registration process this year, asking you to share a brief bio about yourself. This information will help enhance networking at the conference.

For more information or any additional questions, please email championsgate@yu.edu or call 212-960-5396.