Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Publications
Section name
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Gabreal Shimunov

Gabreal Shimunov

Summary

Accomplished executive with a proven track record of leadership spanning two decades across nonprofit management, education, and real estate operations. Proficient in spearheading community initiatives, cultivating key donor partnerships, managing intricate financial endeavors, and fusing values-driven leadership with contemporary organizational tactics. Showcases a distinctive fusion of academic expertise and hands-on business acumen to propel institutional advancement and foster community progress.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Realtor

Keller Williams
01.2017 - Current
  • Directed a wide range of high-value real estate transactions
  • Managed legal, financial, and construction coordination to ensure seamless project delivery
  • Negotiated favorable terms, maintained compliance, and protected stakeholder interests
  • Served as lead liaison with brokers, investors, and service providers
  • Conducted in-depth market analysis and investment evaluations
  • Supervised project timelines to meet contractual and financial deadlines
  • Handled day-to-day happenings of real estate office to consistently grow client base and increase revenue.
  • Wrote contracts to outline sales and purchases of properties.
  • Assisted buyers with finding ideal homes by assessing needs, requirements, and budgets.
  • Educated clients on changing or updating properties, buying, and selling techniques and processes to maintain curb appeal.
  • Resolved client concerns related to home purchases to maintain high satisfaction ratings.
  • Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.

Director of Development

Yeshiva Shaarei Zion
01.2023 - Current
  • Built and executed high-impact fundraising campaigns, generating sustained six-figure support and cultivating a robust donor network
  • Integrated a full-scale CRM solution to improve donor tracking and strategic reporting
  • Strengthened school relationships with alumni and families to enhance engagement and increase philanthropic involvement
  • Developed data-informed fundraising strategies and institutional reporting mechanisms
  • Created persuasive grant proposals and marketing collateral to secure donor commitment
  • Applied emotional intelligence and negotiation skills to foster long-term donor partnerships
  • Defined and integrated roles, responsibilities, and processes for business team and data management organization.
  • Established technical strategy for entire company, accounting for overall business goals, budgetary limitations and resource allocation.

Senior Rabbi & Community Leader

Kehilat Sephardim of Pomona
01.2018 - Current
  • Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
  • Delivered weekly educational lectures and led personal counseling sessions
  • Supported members through milestone events and community integration
  • Provided conflict resolution and crisis management support
  • Led outreach and programming that enhanced community participation and growth
  • Managed community events, budget planning, and development programs
  • Directed staff and volunteers, encouraging a cooperative and mission-driven environment
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

Youth Director / Educator

Brooklyn / Queens Yeshivot
01.2000 - 01.2023
  • Organized immersive weekend retreats and Shabbatonim for student enrichment
  • Mentored youth, many of whom pursued careers in education and communal service
  • Promoted student engagement through dynamic instruction and inclusive programming
  • Built collaborative relationships with parents to reinforce educational success
  • Coordinated with faculty on school-wide student development initiatives
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Liberal Science

Excelsior College
Albany, NY

Associate of Science - Judaic Studies

Rockland Community College
Suffern, NY

Skills

  • Effective leadership and strategy development
  • Community engagement specialist
  • Team management
  • Goal-oriented planning and implementation
  • Relationship building with donors
  • Financial management and operations
  • Cost control and analysis
  • Data management expertise
  • Compliance-focused contract negotiation
  • Real estate operations management
  • Educational program oversight
  • Youth engagement and support
  • Comprehensive event organization
  • Curriculum and schedule development
  • Faculty development and coaching
  • Strong technical expertise
  • Skilled in utilizing Microsoft Office tools effectively
  • Skilled in managing donor relationships using CRM tools
  • Graphic design software skills
  • Google Workspace and QuickBooks experience

Certification

  • Semicha (Rabbinic Ordination) – Private Yeshivot
  • Advanced Seminars in Chinuch and Educational Leadership – Ongoing
  • Continued professional education in educator mentorship and executive leadership through EDN and TU
  • Real Estate Continuing Education – State of New York

Publications

  • Calendar Designer & Technical Consultant – Vaad Lekiyum Mitzvot (provided ongoing IT support and design services)
  • Published Weekly Torah Insights and Community Reflections
  • Provided mentorship and personal guidance to hundreds of community members

Section name

References available upon request

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Hebrew
Full Professional
Persian
Limited Working
Tajik
Limited Working
Russian
Limited Working
Yiddish
Limited Working

Timeline

Director of Development

Yeshiva Shaarei Zion
01.2023 - Current

Senior Rabbi & Community Leader

Kehilat Sephardim of Pomona
01.2018 - Current

Realtor

Keller Williams
01.2017 - Current

Youth Director / Educator

Brooklyn / Queens Yeshivot
01.2000 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Science - Liberal Science

Excelsior College

Associate of Science - Judaic Studies

Rockland Community College

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