​Dr. Barry Hyman

President

​Barry has been a member of the Agudas Israel congregation since 1994 when he moved to the area with his wife, Mimica. His two children grew up in Newburgh and Agudas Israel was fundamental in their religious education. He is an orthopedic surgeon and has served as Chairman of Orthopedics at St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital. His interest in orthopedics stemmed from his involvement in sports. He represented the US team for the Maccabiah Games in Judo in 1981 and 1985 winning team gold and silver metals, respectively, as well as two individual bronze metals. He returned to Israel in 1989 as a team physician for the US Team. He has been the Team Physician for the Hudson Valley Renegades since 1994. He is a cellist and was a member of the Greater Newburgh Symphony Orchestra.

Mark LaKritz

Vice President​

Mark is a longtime member of CAI, joining in 1984. He married a lifelong member, Sheila, at the Synagogue that year. Mark has held many offices at CAI, including President for 2 years. In addition, Mark has served as Gabbai for over 10 years.

Klaus Solomon

Treasurer​

Klaus moved into our area a few years ago and is a recent retiree from multiple careers in public service. "I am delighted to have found CAI and made it my new religious home; it offers the family, faith and future I was hoping to find!"

Frank Wolf

Financial Secretary​

Frank has been a member of CAI since 1976 when his parents moved to the area from Brooklyn. He taught technical design and drawing before retiring from the Newburgh school district. He is currently involved in volunteering for various community agencies.

Betsy Solomon

Recording Secretary​

Betsy is a retired teacher, mother of 2, and grandmother of 3. Her goal as an active member of her CAI family is to expand the scope and effectiveness of our community, our educational programs, and our ritual practices and celebrations.

Executive Board river cruise to West Point with Rabbi Jacob