As Executive Director, Jason is working closely with the Board of Directors to architect a vision for the future of Israel21c, prioritizing the creation of original content that explores the many contributions of Israelis to the world.
Nicky Blackburn has worked extensively as a journalist and editor both in Britain and Israel for a range of national and international publications including The Cambridge Evening News, London News, Travel Weekly, Israel High Tech Investor, and The Times of London.
She was the Associate Editor at LINK Israel’s Business and Technology Magazine, and the High-Tech Correspondent for The Jerusalem Post. She also has a Masters degree in Creative Writing from Bar Ilan University.
Originally hailing from the south of France, Eyal Gamba has called Israel home since 2015. Eyal served in the IDF Spokesperson's Unit, where he honed his skills as a Digital Content Creator for the IDF social media channels. Leveraging this experience, he has also contributed his expertise to prominent media companies in Israel, including Vocativ, where he excelled as a Video Producer and Digital Content Creator, accumulating hundreds of millions of views online throughout his career. Eyal finds inspiration in the waves of Herzliya, where he frequently indulges his passion for surfing. Energized by the sea, he returns full of energy to craft compelling social media content, continually pushing the boundaries of digital storytelling.
Abigail Klein Leichman is a writer and associate editor at ISRAEL21c. Prior to moving to Israel in 2007, she was a specialty writer and copy editor at a daily newspaper in New Jersey and has freelanced for a variety of newspapers and periodicals since 1984.
Prior to joining our team Yulia Karra was a senior editor and later managed Ynet English. She has a Bachelor's degree from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and a passion for all things pop culture.
Zachy Hennessey is a writer and editor at ISRAEL21c. Since moving to Israel from Atlanta in 2017, he has written for several news outlets and publications including the Jerusalem Post, while taking as many opportunities as possible to interact with robots and bees. Zachy is an avid musician, a lover of pie, and approximately 180.33 centimeters tall.
Natalie Selvin is the social media coordinator at ISRAEL21c. Originally from the Washington metropolitan area, Natalie has been living in Israel since the beginning of 2018. After serving in the IDF as a lone soldier, she fell in love with the land and people of Israel, and never left. Natalie's first steps into the world of social media began when she started her own science-based blog at age 6!
Natalie has a love for electronic dance music, and has a special place in her heart for her favorite baseball team, The Baltimore Orioles. She currently resides in Herzliya.
Originally from Arizona, Emily has a Bachelors in Political Science and Psychology. Since moving to California, she has obtained certification in User Experience Design and Research and is currently pursuing a Masters in Jewish Nonprofit Management.
Emily loves photography, traveling, and spending time with her pets and husband. She is passionate about making a positive impact, especially when it comes to Israel and the Jewish community.
Jason HarrisExecutive DirectorCaliforniaAs Executive Director, Jason is working closely with the Board of Directors to architect a vision for the future of Israel21c, prioritizing the creation of original content that explores the many contributions of Israelis to the world.
Nicky BlackburnEditor and Israel DirectorIsraelNicky Blackburn has worked extensively as a journalist and editor both in Britain and Israel for a range of national and international publications including The Cambridge Evening News, London News, Travel Weekly, Israel High Tech Investor, and The Times of London. She was the Associate Editor at LINK Israel’s Business and Technology Magazine, and the High-Tech Correspondent for The Jerusalem Post. She also has a Masters degree in Creative Writing from Bar Ilan University.
Eyal GambaDirector of Digital ContentIsraelOriginally hailing from the south of France, Eyal Gamba has called Israel home since 2015. Eyal served in the IDF Spokesperson's Unit, where he honed his skills as a Digital Content Creator for the IDF social media channels. Leveraging this experience, he has also contributed his expertise to prominent media companies in Israel, including Vocativ, where he excelled as a Video Producer and Digital Content Creator, accumulating hundreds of millions of views online throughout his career. Eyal finds inspiration in the waves of Herzliya, where he frequently indulges his passion for surfing. Energized by the sea, he returns full of energy to craft compelling social media content, continually pushing the boundaries of digital storytelling.
Abigail Klein LeichmanWriterIsraelAbigail Klein Leichman is a writer and associate editor at ISRAEL21c. Prior to moving to Israel in 2007, she was a specialty writer and copy editor at a daily newspaper in New Jersey and has freelanced for a variety of newspapers and periodicals since 1984.
Yulia KarraJournalistIsraelPrior to joining our team Yulia Karra was a senior editor and later managed Ynet English. She has a Bachelor's degree from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and a passion for all things pop culture.
Zachy HennesseyReporterIsraelZachy Hennessey is a writer and editor at ISRAEL21c. Since moving to Israel from Atlanta in 2017, he has written for several news outlets and publications including the Jerusalem Post, while taking as many opportunities as possible to interact with robots and bees. Zachy is an avid musician, a lover of pie, and approximately 180.33 centimeters tall.
Natalie SelvinSocial Media CoordinatorIsraelNatalie Selvin is the social media coordinator at ISRAEL21c. Originally from the Washington metropolitan area, Natalie has been living in Israel since the beginning of 2018. After serving in the IDF as a lone soldier, she fell in love with the land and people of Israel, and never left. Natalie's first steps into the world of social media began when she started her own science-based blog at age 6! Natalie has a love for electronic dance music, and has a special place in her heart for her favorite baseball team, The Baltimore Orioles. She currently resides in Herzliya.
Emily AverbukhMarketing Operations and Program ManagerCaliforniaOriginally from Arizona, Emily has a Bachelors in Political Science and Psychology. Since moving to California, she has obtained certification in User Experience Design and Research and is currently pursuing a Masters in Jewish Nonprofit Management. Emily loves photography, traveling, and spending time with her pets and husband. She is passionate about making a positive impact, especially when it comes to Israel and the Jewish community.