Julie Zeisler is the Executive Director of JPAC. In this role, Julie oversees the day to day operations of JPAC, coordinates the policy and legislative agenda for the Association, implements JPAC advocacy initiatives at the State level, builds consensus among JPAC’s member organizations, increases JPAC’s impact and visibility with members of the State legislature, and promotes civic engagement in the Jewish community. Prior to joining JPAC, Julie served under former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa in the Office of Homeland Security and Public Safety, applying for and managing over $60 million in federal and state grants that directly supported individuals in disadvantaged communities. She has been published in the Jewish Journal and the Jewish News of Northern California. Julie earned a Masters of Public Policy from USC and a BA from UC Santa Barbara.

Cliff Berg of Governmental Advocates serve as JPAC’s representatives in Sacramento. In this role, Mr. Berg works bipartisanly building deep relationships with legislative policy makers, the Administration and state agencies to advocate for JPAC’s policy priorities, including social services, traditional community concerns, and the broadly shared values that affect the citizens of our State.