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Leadership Program

Leadership Program

The Bloomberg Sagol leadership program at Tel Aviv University was established to help mayors and senior managers expand their leadership and management skills and the ability to deal with complex challenges to improve the performance of the authorities as well as the quality of life for their residents.

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Innovation Track

Innovation Track

The Innovation Track works with Israeli municipalities to implement innovation in a specifically chosen municipal challenge - through a structured process that includes research, learning, and implementation, developing initiatives, and intervention in the field.

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Data Track

Data Track

The Data Track is designed to enhance local authorities' management capabilities for data-driven decision-making. The premise behind our work is that authorities that use data to make decisions will be more effective and provide a better service to the community. Our track entails assisting the local authority's management from selecting the challenge they encounter to creating a work plan based on insights from an orderly data-driven approach, as well as building the infrastructure for implementation.

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Policy Papers

Policy Papers

The Policy Paper is part of the Center’s offering to mayors participating in the leadership program and aims to assist them in managing a complex strategic issue in their local authority.

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Research and Knowledge Center

Research and Knowledge Center

Research and Knowledge Center

The Research and Knowledge Center underscores the Center's commitment to providing a diverse and comprehensive range of knowledge resources. This encompasses outcomes from research projects conducted at Tel Aviv University with the support of the Bloomberg Sagol Center as well as academic research from global sources, case studies developed at the Center, the Spark municipal information bulletin issued by Bloomberg Philanthropies, and pertinent articles from various other sources.

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Research & Case studies

Research & Case studies

Academic research projects focusing on local government are essential for understanding and addressing the complex challenges faced by local authorities, both in general and particularly in Israel. The outcomes of these research endeavors, conducted by researchers across Tel Aviv University, offer valuable insights for city leaders and scholars, contributing to the development of evidence-based strategies and innovative solutions tailored to the unique needs of local communities.

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Spark News

Spark News

Global insights into opportunities and solutions developed by cities around the world

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Professional knowledge

Professional knowledge

The case studies repository focuses on leadership and management issues, serving as a centralized hub housing a diverse array of real-world scenarios and solutions encountered within the realm of local government in Israel. By documenting and analyzing management challenges faced by municipalities in Israel, the case studies repository facilitates knowledge sharing, best practice dissemination, and informed decision-making. It is poised to be an invaluable resource for the Bloomberg-Sagol Leadership Program.

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The podcast for urban leadership

The podcast for urban leadership

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Testimonials

גיל סימנהויז

Gil Simenhaus

General Manager, Yehud-Monosson

״During the program, I gained practical tools aimed at improvement and change. A notable shift from a critical mindset to a growth mindset stands out among these transformative tools.״

איציק דנינו

Itzik Danino

Mayor of Ofakim

״An internationally oriented program designed to furnish tools and cultivate a deeper understanding of the issues crucial for the success of the head of the local authority״

ישראל גל

Israel Gal

Mayor of Kiryat Ono

ליאור בן טריה

Lior Ben- Tarya

CFO, Kiryat Ono

״Strengthening the capacity to comprehend and connect with the team, recognizing the significance of collaborative efforts to optimize the inherent abilities and potential within each team member.״

יעלה מקליס

Yaela Machlis

Mayor of Yehud-Monosson

מאור יבלושניק

Maor Hiablochnik

Deputy Director General, Givatayim

״The program provided a unique chance for candid and open dialogues with colleagues from different authorities, fostering a platform for mutual learning and enhancing our capabilities in leading and managing the systems and individuals entrusted to our care.״

רענן שמעיה

Raanan Shmaya

Deputy Director of the City Improvement Department, Givatayim

״A noteworthy takeaway from the program was the realization that we are not isolated in the municipal field and our challenges are shared by our colleagues. The greater our education, the broader our network of colleagues, and the deeper our collaborations, the higher the standard of service we can provide to both residents and internal authorities״

משה פדלון

Moshe Fadlon

Mayor of Herzliya

ליאת שוחט

Liat Shohat

Mayor of Or Yehuda

״I acquired the space for creation, enabling me to design and implement practical tools for immediate application״

ניסן בן חמו

Nisan Ben Hamo

Mayor of Arad

״The program provided me with a unique opportunity to refine my leadership skills, master effective collaboration with work teams, and leverage the power of data and technology for informed decision-making״

רינה יוסף

Rina Yosef

Treasurer, Arad

״Beyond broadening my knowledge and professional network, I cultivated a heightened sense of self-awareness.״

רן קוניק

Ran Kunik

Mayor of Givatayim

״This program delves into crucial aspects vital for fulfilling our duties, encompassing leadership, employee motivation, data-based management, and teamwork.״

רותם ידלין

Rotem Yadlin

Mayor of Gezer Regional council

״This program exposed me to innovative knowledge in the municipal field and the chance to become part of a network of high-quality and significant colleagues״

עמית קפוזה

Amit Kapuza

Council Engineer, Gezer

״The sessions with colleagues from different authorities provided a profound and meaningful exploration of issues that impact us collectively. Notably, the program exhibits exceptional quality, marked by a high level of investment, and is adept at customization to suit the specific needs of the group״

חאלד אבו פרוה

Khaled Abo Farwa

City engineer, Umm al-Fahm

״In addition to acquiring new methods and tools, I have also strengthened my professional identity״

צביקה ברוט

Tzvika Brot

Mayor of Bat Yam

״The program provided a secure environment for me to learn from my peers, facilitating the exchange of experiences and the invaluable exchange of advice. It became a crucible for developing tools to think innovatively, encouraging me to explore beyond conventional boundaries.״

יודפת אפק-ארזי

Yodfat Afek Arazi

CEO, Bat Yam

״The ability to step outside of our daily routines and analyze processes from a deeper perspective has enhanced the quality of management, administrative tools, and professional skills.״

סמיר מחאמיד

Samir Mahamid

Mayor of Umm al-Fahm

״A research-based program that furnishes practical tools and serves as a platform for the mutual exchange of ideas״

שי חג׳ג׳

Shay Hajaj

Mayor of Merhavim Regional council

״The leadership program is not only rich in practical content but also meticulously invested in even the smallest details. Among the myriad lessons it imparted, one standout was learning the art of boosting staff psychological confidence.״

משה קונינסקי

Moshe Koninsky

Mayor of Karmiel

״The program focused on enhancing leadership skills, fostering peer learning, and honing negotiation expertise —an accolade bestowed upon a head of authority״

עקאב זידאן

Akab Zaidan

Director of the Human Capital Management Division, Daliyat el-Karmel

״Integrating theory and practice to elevate both daily and strategic operations.״

רפיק חלבי

Rafik Halabi

Mayor of Daliyat el-Karmel Local council

״There are roots entrenched in the valley of the earth, with a head reaching towards the clouds—a profound sense of belonging and identity intertwined with a spirit of innovation and modernity.״

יעקב ראבד

Jacob Raavad

Legal Advisor, Bnei Brak

״The program presents a splendid opportunity to gain exposure to unique knowledge within a high-quality and fertile environment.״

אריק אדלר

Arik Adler

City Treasurer, Bnei Brak

״The synergy between the mayor and the professional team fosters innovative thinking and the capacity to learn and implement. ״

מירית כץ

Mirit Katz

CEO of the Association for Education, Culture and Sports, Drom Hasharon

״Engaging with the community of senior managers in local authorities has been instrumental in honing my management and decision-making skills.״

אושרת גני גונן

Oshrat Gani Gonen

Mayor of Drom-Hasharon Regional Council

״The tools I received were excellent for managing my authority more effectively״

יאסין אזברגה

Yaseen Azbarga

Director of Engineering Department, Kseifa

״The conducive environment not only fosters trust but also facilitates seamless collaboration with other authorities.״

מרדכי ביטון

Mordechai Biton

Council Treasurer, Kseifa

״Equipped with practical tools imparted by leading experts in the field, I've enhanced my management skills within the Authority.״

 עבד אלעזיז נסאסרה

Abed El-Aziz Nasesra

Mayor of Kseifa Local council

״I acquired a wealth of knowledge and gained insights into the realm of heads of authorities, spanning diverse sectors and confronting varied challenges״

ענבל היימן דרור

Inbal Dror Heiman

Treasurer, Kfar - Yona

״This professional and in-depth study significantly augments the leadership capabilities of local authorities.״

ששי מגידו

Sassi Megido

City General Manage

״I've cultivated a new perspective on the challenges I encounter as a manager, and concurrently, I've forged valuable connections with colleagues from different authorities.״

שושי כחלון כידור

Shoshi Kahlon Kidor

Mayor of Kfar - Yona

Work process

The municipalities' multidisciplinary innovation teams work under the guidance of a professional innovation lead to address a challenge defined by their municipalities. The methodological work process includes four stages, adapted as needed to each municipality and its unique characteristics.

1. Research

At first, preliminary research is conducted, to acquire a better understanding of the challenge. This stage includes collecting existing materials from Israel and around the world: research literature, trends and case studies, items from the media, reports, policy papers etc. In addition, a field study is conducted through in-depth interviews, observations, and other research tools - to explore the viewpoints of residents and stakeholders in order to develop optimized solutions.

2. Processing

All materials collected in the first stage – from research literature to interviews and observations – are integrated, to identify recurring patterns and formulate findings and insights. Through this activity the work teams acquire new tools for analyzing the environment of the challenge, while gaining new perspectives on the needs of the target populations.

3. Development

The team examines optional activities that can be developed into different responses to the challenge. The development process includes an ideation workshop with stakeholders and experts, invited to participate in forming the future solution. Finally, at an inclusive development workshop, all participating municipalities present their proposed solutions, soon to be implemented in the field.

4. Implementation

The solution's implementation begins with prototyping – a series of temporary interventions within a limited population, including rigorous measurement, designed to test the potential solution. The findings are utilized to build a broader initiative on a larger scale, presented as a work plan for implementation in the municipality.