• About ChampionsGate

  • What is Championsgate? 

    The ChampionsGate Community is a cadre of prominent and prolific thinkers and doers of the Jewish world. Our community convenes at an annual conference in Orlando, Florida, and serves as a think-tank and action-center for Yeshiva University throughout the year. 

    Extending far beyond the conference itself, the ChampionsGate community addresses the major opportunities and challenges facing the Jewish Community at large. ChampionsGate Ambassadors participate in a series of conference calls and follow up conversations together with Yeshiva University administration to guide and implement exciting new initiatives that advance our values and communities. Additionally, the ChampionsGate Online Community, found at yuchampionsgate.org, presents a forum for all members of this community to share, engage, and question their colleagues about new ideas and successes. 

     

    Who is Championsgate For? 

    Invited by President Richard M. Joel, ambassadors from a variety of fields and locations assemble at the annual ChampionsGate Conference in Orlando to make a significant impact on the Jewish community. Ambassadors are primarily lay leaders, joined by select Jewish Community Professionals, Heads of School, and Rabbis, who shape the Jewish community on both the local and national level. Many of the ideas formed and discussed during past conferences have directly influenced Jewish communities in North America and beyond. Ambassadors are always invited as a couple. 

     

    Information About the Annual ChampionsGate Leadership Conference August 2nd - 5th 2012:

     

    When & Where is Championsgate? 

    This year, the ChapionsGate Annual Leadership Conference will be from August 2nd-5th, 2012. For the first time ever, this year’s ChampionsGate Conference will take place at the Hilton Orlando 6001 Destination Parkway, Orlando, Florida. A unique Shabbat experience is planned as part of the program. For more information about the resort, please visit www.thehiltonorlando.com. The hotel is located fifteen minutes from Orlando International Airport and Disney World. If you wish to extend your visit, please email us at the address below. 

     

    What is Included in My Reservation? 

    All program materials, three nights of luxury hotel accommodations and all meals are included in the registration fee of $540 per person (single occupancy) or $720 per couple (double occupancy). The conference is made possible by a generous grant from Yeshiva University Trustee Ira and Mindy Mitzner. Each participant should arrange their own travel to and from the resort. 

     

    Is There an Expected Gift to Yeshiva University? 

    While no gift is required, we do sincerely hope that those in attendance will be moved to support the vital community building work of Yeshiva University through joining the ChampionsGate Giving Circle. 

     

    How Do I Register?   

    You may register online by clicking on the button below. The invitation code needed for registration can be found in your invitation packet.
     

    Please note that the registration deadline is Friday May 18th.  

    For more information or any additional questions, please email championsgate@yu.edu or call 212-960-5396.