Obituary: Death, Ivan Wolkind, CEO of Magen Am, Passes Away Suddenly on May 11, 2024
Obituary: Ivan Wolkind, CEO of Magen Am, Passes Away Suddenly on May 11, 2024
Ivan Wolkind, a resident of Los Angeles, California, and the CEO of Magen Am in Irvine, California, has sadly passed away. The organization announced his death through a social media publication, expressing deep sadness and requesting thoughts and prayers for his family and loved ones during this difficult time.
Ivan Wolkind was a highly innovative executive, driving business growth through opportunities and optimized strategies. He was an inspiring leader, fostering a collaborative culture of shared values. With a passion for fostering a thriving work environment for exceptional outcomes, Ivan was committed to operational excellence and clear financial communication.
Throughout his career, Ivan held various leadership positions, including Chief Financial Officer at Superstudio / Learning Company Israel, VP Finance at Chemdex/VentroChemdex/Ventro, Director of Financial Planning at Onsale, Inc., CEO of Elease Financial Services, Inc, CFO of Eyematic Enterprises, Inc, SVP, Finance and Admin & CAO at Advanced Cell Technology, and Chief Financial Officer at DestinationRx, Inc. He was also the Chair of the Board of Directors at InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA), a Mentor and Executive Coach at The Wexner Foundation, and a Reserve Police Officer with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD). Additionally, he served as the COO and CFO of the Jewish Federation of Los Angeles.
Magen Am, a corporate nonprofit organization, trains security guards and provides armed security patrols through neighborhoods with identifiably religious businesses, such as kosher grocery stores, which are ever more at risk in today’s world. Magen Am is committed to protecting the Jewish community, but also has deep respect for all faith-based communities.
Ivan’s sudden passing has left a tremendous impact on the organization and those who knew him. His family and loved ones are in need of support and prayers during this difficult time. Funeral and Shiva details will follow.
The community is in shock and mourning the loss of life, and residents are coming together to support the affected family. Ivan’s legacy will be remembered through his innovative leadership and commitment to excellence.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of community vigilance and cooperation. Ivan’s contributions to the community will be deeply missed, and his memory will live on through the impact he made on those who knew him.
A tragic loss has occurred, leaving the community in mourning. Ivan Wolkind’s sudden passing has left a void in the lives of those who knew him. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the event. The community is urged to stay vigilant and support the affected family during this difficult time.
Ivan Wolkind’s legacy will be remembered through his innovative leadership and commitment to excellence. His contributions to the community will be deeply missed, and his memory will live on through the impact he made on those who knew him.
