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The People Driving IDI Forward

The International Diplomacy Initiative (IDI) is powered by a dedicated team of volunteers, all professionals and emerging leaders committed to advancing diplomacy. Working across programs, outreach, operations, and strategy, our team brings together diverse backgrounds and shared purpose to strengthen IDI’s impact as a global platform for diplomacy.

Team members

Meet our Team

Solomon Prince

Chief Operations

Solomon Prince

Chief Operations

Solomon Prince serves as Chief Operations Officer of the International Diplomacy Initiative.He is a Communications student at Reichman University in Herzliya. Since joining IDI in his first year of studies, he has taken a leading role in coordinating events and managing the organization’s operational framework.He is responsible for planning and executing IDI’s programs, overseeing logistics, and ensuring effective coordination across departments and initiatives.

Email:solomonprince@intldiploinitiative.com

Guy Shalom

Chief Strategic Development & Growth

Guy Shalom

Chief Strategic Development & Growth

Guy Shalom serves as Strategic Development & Growth Officer of the International Diplomacy Initiative.He studies Conflict Management and International Relations at Reichman University’s School of Government, Diplomacy and Strategy.He is responsible for institutional development, long term planning, and partnership expansion, supporting the organization’s strategic growth and international positioning.

Email:guy@intldiploinitiative.com

Yarden Mustaki

Head of Fundraising & Donor Relations

Yarden Mustaki

Head of Fundraising & Donor Relations

Yarden Mustaki serves as Head of Strategic Fundraising & Development at the International Diplomacy Initiative.He currently serves as Operations Manager at the Israeli Embassy in Washington, D.C., where he supports engagement with the United States Congress and works on diplomatic coordination and institutional outreach. His professional experience spans government, academia, and international organizations, with a focus on global partnerships, donor relations, and institutional development. He holds an M.A. in Government with a specialization in Diplomacy and Conflict Management.Within IDI, he leads fundraising strategy and development initiatives, building partnerships with philanthropic organizations, foundations, and international stakeholders to support the organization’s long term growth.

Email:yarden@intldiploinitiative.com

Yannick Dreyer

Germany Chapter Chairman

Yannick Dreyer

Germany Chapter Chairman

Yannick Dreyer serves as Chairman of the Germany Chapter of the International Diplomacy Initiative.Since April 2022, he has served as Foreign Policy Adviser to Member of the German Bundestag Markus Koob, a member of the Foreign Affairs Committee. His work focuses on West and Central Africa, and he coordinates the CDU/CSU Parliamentary Group’s Africa Working Group. He studied Political Science and History (B.A) as well as International Relations at Goethe University Frankfurt and Darmstadt University of Technology.Within IDI, he leads the organization’s activities in Germany, fostering dialogue and cooperation with parliamentary offices, diplomatic missions, and foreign policy institutions, particularly in Berlin.

Email:yannick@intldiploinitiative.com

Amit Toledo

Reichman University Chapter Chairwoman

Amit Toledo

Reichman University Chapter Chairwoman

Amit serves as Chairwoman of the IDI Reichman Club at the International Diplomacy Initiative.She is a second year student of Diplomacy and International Affairs at Reichman University.Within IDI, she oversees campus programming, coordinates events, and strengthens engagement between students and diplomatic professional

Lior Abutbul

Senior Programs Officer

Lior Abutbul

Senior Programs Officer

Lior Abutbul serves as Programs Officer at the International Diplomacy Initiative.She is the European Outreach Coordinator at the Ayn Rand Institute, where she develops academic networks and organizes lectures and student programs across Europe. She holds an M.A. in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics from CEVRO University in Prague and previously served as an advisor to Israel’s Deputy Foreign Minister.Within IDI, she supports program development and institutional engagement initiatives, contributing to the organization’s cross border activities and partnerships.

Email:liorab@intldiploinitiative.com

Noa Aharon

Head of Digital & Social Media

Noa Aharon

Head of Digital & Social Media

Tal Zelinger is a legal and policy professional working at the intersection of international engagement, parliamentary affairs, and youth leadership.Tal holds an LL.B and a B.A. in Government, Foreign Affairs, and Strategy from Reichman University, and has experience across the U.S. Congress, the European Parliament, NATO, and the Israeli Knesset. His work has focused on legislative research, institutional analysis, policy briefings, and engagement with governmental and international institutions across the globe.

Matan Goldenberg

Hebrew University Chapter Vice Chairman

Matan Goldenberg

Hebrew University Chapter Vice Chairman

Matan Goldenberg serves as Vice Chairman of the Hebrew University Chapter of the International Diplomacy Initiative.He studies International Relations and Middle Eastern Studies at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, with a focus on foreign policy, security, diplomacy, and regional political processes.Within IDI, he supports chapter programming and student engagement initiatives, contributing to dialogue and practical diplomatic exposure on campus.

Email:matang@intldiploinitiative.com

Galit Bez

Reichman University Chapter Vice Chaiworman

Galit Bez

Reichman University Chapter Vice Chaiworman

Galit Bez serves as Vice Chairwoman of the IDI Reichman University Chapter.She is a B.A. student in Government and Diplomacy at Reichman University. Her academic focus includes strategic communications and international affairs, and she brings experience in media environments and policy oriented research.Within IDI, she supports campus programming and student engagement initiatives, contributing to the chapter’s diplomatic events and institutional outreach efforts.

Roni Goferman

Hebrew University Chapter Vice Chairman

Roni Goferman

Hebrew University Chapter Vice Chairman

Roni Goferman serves as Vice Chairman of the Hebrew University Chapter of the International Diplomacy Initiative.He is a second year student of Political Science and International Relations at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He currently interns at the Israeli Forum for Impact Economy and works at the Knesset.Within IDI, he supports chapter programming and engagement efforts, contributing to dialogue and practical exposure to public policy and diplomatic affairs on campus.

Email:roni@intldiploinitiative.com

Ethan Geifman

Director of Impact & Operations

Ethan Geifman

Director of Impact & Operations

Ethan Geifman serves as Director of Impact & Operations at the International Diplomacy Initiative.He is currently pursuing a degree in Government at Reichman University, with a focus on counter terrorism and human security. Prior to joining IDI, he held senior political and operational roles in the United States, including serving as Political Director for a presidential campaign, where he managed strategic operations and voter engagement initiatives.Within IDI, he oversees operational management and impact strategy, supporting institutional development, organizational structure, and long term planning across departments.

Email:ethan@intldiploinitiative.com

Daniel Smith

Operations & Finance Officer

Daniel Smith

Operations & Finance Officer

Daniel Smith serves as Operations & Finance Officer at the International Diplomacy Initiative.He is currently studying Government, Diplomacy, and Strategy at Reichman University. His academic focus includes public policy, institutional governance, and strategic management.Within IDI, he supports operational coordination and financial administration, contributing to budgeting processes, logistical planning, and internal organizational systems.

Email:daniel@intldiploinitiative.com

Aviv Shultz

Operations Officer

Aviv Shultz

Operations Officer

Aviv Shultz serves as Operations Officer at the International Diplomacy Initiative.He is a Business Administration and Finance student at Reichman University and works in the real estate sector. His academic background focuses on management, financial systems, and organizational operations.Within IDI, he supports operational coordination and program logistics, contributing to the effective execution of events and institutional activities.

Email:aviv@intldiploinitiative.com

Raz Friedman

Programs Officer

Raz Friedman

Programs Officer

Raz Friedman serves as Programs Officer at the International Diplomacy Initiative.He is a student of Government, Strategy, and Diplomacy at Reichman University. Alongside his academic studies, he is engaged in the field of luxury tourism and concierge services, with a focus on international relations and global networking.Within IDI, he supports program coordination and partnership initiatives, contributing to the organization’s diplomatic events and international engagement activities.

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