Lisa Lederman joined the Sulam family in 2018, when her oldest son, Mitchell, began middle school. Over the next six years, she watched him thrive in all areas of school life, thanks to the dedication and specialized support provided by Sulam’s team of special educators. In 2023, Lisa had the chance to experience Sulam’s impact firsthand when she substituted as an instructional assistant  in the classroom. This experience deepened her appreciation for the wide range of supports Sulam offers, helping Mitchell and other students grow both as students and as individuals.

Originally from Montreal, Canada, Lisa earned her Master of Social Work from The Wurzweiler School of Social Work at Yeshiva University. Lisa’s professional journey includes work as a social worker at a New York City hospital and at the Hebrew Home of Greater Washington. She also served as a care manager consultant specializing in geriatric issues, bringing her compassion and expertise to every role she’s held.

In 2002, she moved to Washington, D.C., where she met her late husband, Gordon, z”l. Today, Lisa lives in Kemp Mill with her three children: Mitchell, a senior at Sulam, and Kyle, a sophomore and Morgan, a seventh grader, both at the Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School. 

Lisa attends the Kemp Mill Synagogue and is a highly regarded community member in Silver Spring. She is grateful for the warmth and support she receives from her family, friends, and the broader Kemp Mill community.

Elon Gold is a comedian, actor, and writer, who’s one hour Netflix stand-up special, "Elon Gold: Chosen & Taken” received wide acclaim from audiences and peers alike and is currently streaming on Amazon Prime. He has made ten appearances on the “Tonight Show” and recently performed on “The Late Late Show with James Corden.” His routines have gone viral and are shared by millions around the globe.

He has starred in FOX's “Stacked” and developed and starred in the NBC series, “In-Laws.” Prior guest star credits include “Crashing,” “Frasier,” “Chappelle's Show,” and “Chelsea Lately” among others. He was also a writer/performer on ABC's “The Dana Carvey Show.” Most recently, Elon can be seen in a recurring role on Season 11 of HBO’s “Curb Your Enthusiasm," and will be in the upcoming Kal Penn feature, “Trust Me, I’m A Doctor.” He has also just wrapped filming the titular role in the upcoming feature “The Badchan,” from renowned Israeli director Gidi Dar.

Elon has a new 30 minute stand-up special, “Sets in the City; Elon Gold’s Favorite People” available on Youtube and is on a theater tour readying his next comedy special. In December, he sold out the prestigious Paramount Theater in Huntington, NY.

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