Gil Galanos

Nonprofit founder and leader focused on Israel–U.S. engagement: Gil co‑founded and leads itrek, and earlier founded the U.S. Israel Business Council (USI). Across both organizations he has built programs and networks to connect Israeli entrepreneurs, U.S. investors, and rising leaders—running large, recurring Israel programs and producing conferences, delegations, and educational trips. itrek+2

Experienced economic diplomat and market‑entry advisor: As Deputy Economic Minister to North America (2006–2010) he organized business delegations and advised Israeli companies on U.S. market access, bringing public‑sector trade experience to his later nonprofit and business work. itrek+1

Community builder and public speaker: Gil has served in leadership roles for community organizations (Founding Co‑Chair, IAC New York), is profiled as a Schusterman Fellow, and appears in interviews and member‑spotlight pieces—activities that reflect experience in fundraising, public representation, and building civic/industry networks. schusterman+2