Hillel at Binghamton announced that Chelsea Rego was appointed as the organization’s executive director. An e-mail from Hillel at Binghamton noted that “Chelsea brings a wealth of experience in leadership, nonprofit management, and community building, and we are confident that her dynamic vision will guide us into an exciting future.” 
Starting as a volunteer EMT, Rego gained hands-on experience in crisis management, before working in education and nonprofit leadership. As an executive director of a Conservative synagogue, she led leadership transitions, strengthened finances through record-breaking fund-raising and sought to build strong community relationships. Now joining Hillel at Binghamton, Rego noted that she is excited to inspire the next generation of Jewish leaders with her strategic vision and community-building expertise. 
Marc Lessner and Deborah Powsner, board chairmen at Hillel at Binghamton, said, “We are so excited to welcome Chelsea and her family into our Hillel community, and look forward to the incredible opportunities ahead.”