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Seth Baron
Executive Director, FIDF Eastern Region
Seth R. Baron is a senior executive with extensive experience in development, marketing, and public relations, particularly in the non-profit sector. He currently serves as the Vice President at Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF), a position he has held since October 2020.1
Career at FIDF
Prior to his current role, Seth Baron held the position of Executive Director for the Southeast Region at FIDF from May 2013 to October 2020, spanning 7 years and 6 months.1 Although the query mentions "Eastern Region," the LinkedIn profile indicates his role was in the Southeast Region.
Professional Expertise
Seth Baron is known for his:
- Result-oriented approach to development, marketing, and public relations
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Ability to create and execute strategic plans
- Skilled issues management in complex industries
- Excellent interpersonal and networking abilities
His areas of expertise include non-profit management, fundraising, event planning, community outreach, and public speaking.1
Notable Achievements
During his tenure at FIDF, Seth Baron has demonstrated significant success:
- Increased fundraising by 70%
- Boosted Club Level donations ($1,500+) by 65%
- Raised major donor contributions ($100,000+) by 50%
- Grew attendance at the AIPAC Atlanta annual community fundraising event from 450 in 2010 to over 1,200 in 20131
Previous Experience
Before joining FIDF, Seth Baron had a long-standing involvement with Maccabi USA / Sports for Israel, where he served as National Vice-President on the National Board of Directors & Executive Committee from 1993 to 2013.1
Seth Baron's professional background also includes entrepreneurial experience. He was the CEO of Seth Baron Enterprises, Inc. from 1997 to 2005, where he developed and conducted educational swimming camps for youth.1
