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  • Nurturing the Seeds of Compassion: The Genesis of Friends For Life Israel

    Nurturing the Seeds of Compassion: The Genesis of Friends For Life Israel

    Trying times and immense hardship face Israeli society, but equal to our troubles, it is profoundly heartening to witness the global outpouring of support and compassion. As the co-founder and CEO of Genesis Business Humanity and the co-founder and Managing Partner of the Genesis Friends for Life Foundation, I am deeply moved by the resilience and unity displayed during such tumultuous times. Today, I am excited to announce the establishment of a vital initiative, Genesis Friends for Life Israel, aimed at providing essential aid and support to those most affected by the ongoing conflict.

    Genesis Friends for Life Foundation, a 501c3 organization founded in the U.S. in 2023, operates under the umbrella of the Genesis Business Humanity family of companies. Our core mission is to extend a compassionate hand to Israeli orphans who tragically lost their parents on October 7th, as well as to provide crucial assistance to widows, children, and families grappling with the harsh realities of war. With the launch of Genesis Friends for Life Israel, our commitment to localized, targeted support has grown exponentially, and we are adamant about realizing the full potential of this project.

    In collaboration with the Genesis Friends for Life Global Foundation, Genesis Friends for Life Israel will deliver relief services and care directly to the doorsteps of children and families impacted by the conflict. Our aim is not only to alleviate immediate suffering but also to foster long-term resilience and empowerment. Through initiatives like the Genesis Family of Orphans program, we will provide career opportunities within Israel’s thriving tech sector, ensuring these children have the tools and support to thrive despite adversity.

    Named in remembrance of my dear brother Doron Aviman is our flagship initiative, the Doron Grant for Life program. Specifically designed to empower orphans, the program enables them to realize their full potential irrespective of their circumstances. We refuse to let orphanhood hinder their personal, educational, and professional growth and will provide the necessary support to cultivate their futures.

    The grim reality is that the ongoing attacks have left a profound scar on Israeli society, with children bearing the brunt of the devastation. Before the conflict erupted, there were already 10,000 Israeli orphans, with approximately 120 adoptions occurring annually. Shockingly, since the onset of hostilities, this number has surged, with around 700 new Israeli orphans emerging. Genesis Friends for Life Israel is steadfast in its commitment to providing these children and families with the necessary resources and support to heal and rebuild their lives.

    The establishment of Genesis Friends for Life Israel is a testament to our board members’ unwavering dedication, including luminaries like Ranny Yarom, co-founder and CEO of Genesis Business Humanity. Together with our esteemed colleagues, we are resolute in our determination to ease the burden borne by Israeli children and ensure they have the opportunities and support needed for a bright and prosperous future.

    The launch of Genesis Friends for Life Israel represents an opportunity to shine a spotlight on the plight of orphaned children and families in Israel. It is a call to action for individuals and organizations worldwide to stand in solidarity and support these young lives, becoming their steadfast allies for life. With the unwavering support of partners like the Genesis BH Club, Genesis Friends for Life Israel is poised to effect meaningful, sustainable change in the lives of orphans and their families.

    As we navigate these challenging times alongside Israel, let us heed the words of Dr. Lior Aviman, co-founder and CEO of Genesis Friends for Life Israel. Let us draw strength from our faith, unity, and humanity as we work tirelessly to alleviate suffering and provide vital resources to those in need. Together, through Genesis Friends for Life Israel, we have the opportunity to raise awareness, extend compassion, and pave the way for a future filled with promise and hope.

  • Nigel Kneafsey: Entrepreneur Urges Humanitarian Efforts in Israel

    Nigel Kneafsey: Entrepreneur Urges Humanitarian Efforts in Israel

    Founder and CEO of Pherros Biosciences, Nigel Kneafsey, works in the rapidly evolving landscape of the life science industry, surrounded by competitive companies endeavoring tirelessly to innovate and revolutionize the way drugs and medical supplies are developed, manufactured, and delivered. As the driving force behind Pherros Biosciences, he utilizes his expertise in supply chain management and commitment to enhancing access to life-saving medicines to reshape the industry standard approach to production and delivery at Pherros. 

    At the core of Pherros Biosciences lies its robust supply chain capabilities. Nigel Kneafsey and his team recognize the critical importance of a well-managed supply chain to efficiently and reliably serve the healthcare sector. Pherros proudly supports organizations dedicated to improving access to life-saving medicines, ensuring a seamless flow from synthesis to fulfillment.

    Under Nigel Kneafsey’s leadership, Pherros Biosciences continues to empower life science organizations through its comprehensive suite of services. These services encompass the entire drug development lifecycle, including synthesis, analysis, and delivery. Pherros ensures that pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, and healthcare organizations have the resources and support required to efficiently bring their critical innovations to market.

    Previously founder and CEO of Options Technology, Nigel Kneafsey established his first company in 1993 with the goal of becoming a globally recognized provider of outsourced IT services to the investment banking industry. Now, three decades on, Kneafsey has proven his ability as a leader and entrepreneur, taking his first company to become a top provider of IT infrastructure to global Capital Markets firms and now taking Pherros Biosciences to similar heights.

    Under Kneafsey’s directive, Options provided high-performance managed trading infrastructure and cloud-enabled managed services to over 200 firms globally, including leading global investment banks, hedge funds, and proprietary trading firms. From his position as CEO, Kneafsey focused on maintaining and improving a culture of employee fulfillment and environmental sustainability at Options, which he noted as imperative to long-term success. Employing hundreds of individuals across his career, Kneafsey has developed a concentrated ESG focus surrounding reducing energy usage, improving workplace culture and diversity, and instituting recycling programs in its offices.

    Throughout Kneafsey’s tenure as CEO, he successfully mitigated the carbon footprint produced by the data centers operated by Options while simultaneously partnering with a number of green-certified facilities. The firm also consistently provided various employee-focused schemes that encouraged learning and training with certification schemes, in turn providing substantial upward mobility for every worker and rewarding exceptional performance. Armed with a vault of knowledge gained throughout his career, Kneafsey has brought his unique ESG focus to Pherros Biosciences and Genesis Business Humanity Club.

    Outside of his position as CEO, Kneafsey utilizes his vast knowledge at the forefront of the industry to guide his organization and offer expertise while also exerting positive changes throughout the wider society. Now incorporated as a proud member of the Genesis Club, Kneafsey has worked with us tirelessly to aid humanitarian efforts in Israel during this difficult period. 

    Exemplifying the generous disposition of a Genesis Club member, we are proud to be announcing Nigel Kneafsey as an honoree at the RED South Beach, Miami, event on October 26th. During this time, it is critically important for respected business leaders and philanthropists such as Kneafsey to stand up and use their networks to aid in delivering life-changing resources to those who need them most.