Avi Olitzky
Avi Olitzky is the president and principal consultant of Olitzky Consulting Group. Over the course of his professional career, Avi has served as senior rabbi to one of the largest congregations in North America, successfully launched and grown innovative information technology and content-driven production companies and organizations, and was a founding board chair and board member for numerous non-profits. He is a master facilitator, design-thinker and strategic planner, innovator, speaker, and retreat organizer. In addition, he has served as an advisor and strategic consultant to multiple membership organizations and non-profits, camps and youth organizations, synagogues and churches, for-profit executives, and general companies. He was appointed to and served on city Human Rights Commissions as well as hospital IRBs for Human Subjects Research. Avi’s expertise in engagement, organizational planning, and outreach is regularly called upon, especially as co-author of New Membership & Financial Alternatives for the American Synagogue - From Traditional Dues to Fair Share to Gifts from the Heart (Jewish Lights). Avi is also a co-founder of SpirituWell, and serves as its Chief People & Spiritual Officer.
Most Requested Programs
Micro vs. Macro Innovation
Not everyone has to go “macro.” Sometimes “micro” innovation is just what you need. Explore how balancing micro-level innovations within teams and macro-level organizational strategies can build a solid foundation for sustained growth and creative problem-solving.
Building Blocks for Success: Creating High-Performing Teams
Explore the essential components of high-performing teams by combining insights from Jim Collins, Kathy Kolbe, and Patrick Lencioni. This session equips attendees with actionable strategies to strengthen collaboration, build trust, and enhance team performance, helping them create a foundation for long-term success.
Out of the Box Thinking: Turning Creativity into Results
Dive into innovative strategies to foster creativity in the workplace. Using principles of adaptability and creative problem-solving, this session provides attendees with tools to break free from traditional molds and spark fresh ideas while ensuring they align with organizational goals.
Fun and Function: Energizing Workplaces for Engagement and Growth
Highlight ways to build a workplace culture that balances productivity with fun. This focuses on creating meaningful benefits for employees, fostering a sense of community, and boosting engagement by emphasizing the intersection of joy and purpose at work.
The Foundation of Change: Anticipate, Adapt, Accelerate
This talk focuses on building resilience and adaptability as foundational blocks for success. It includes strategies to prepare for change, collaborate effectively, and accelerate towards shared goals.