Executive Director
(410) 523-2446, Extension 1121
Alex Pomerantz has always had a passion for helping the Jewish community. Originally from Silver Spring, MD, Alex moved to the Tidewater area in 1993 and was actively involved as a lay leader in the Tidewater Jewish community for 19 years. In 2011, Alex turned his passion into a career as a Jewish professional. Alex’s work history includes the Simon Family Jewish Community Center, the United Jewish Federation of Tidewater, the Friends of the Israeli Defense Forces (FIDF), and now, acting as the Executive Director for Beth Am Synagogue.
Alex’s passion for the Jewish community has led him to Baltimore and he will now do everything he can to move Beth Am in the right direction, for its members and the community.
In his spare time, Alex enjoys playing poker, golf, eating at local restaurants, and spending time with family and friends.
Please feel free to contact Alex with any questions you have.
Director of Congregational Engagement and Programming
(410) 523-2446, Extension 1130
Susannah Kolstad was born here in Baltimore and raised in Hyattsville and Silver Spring, MD. After college, she moved to Northern Virginia where her husband was working as a government contractor in and around the Pentagon. She converted to Judaism in December 2007 and became actively involved in her synagogue, Agudas Achim Congregation, including being a part of their band, Ein Lanu Z’man, and volunteering and leading young family events. For the last decade she has dedicated her time to running her own business as a postpartum doula, educator, and retreat leader, and volunteering for her synagogue and in the homeschool community. In late 2018, Susannah moved to Harford County and became actively involved in creating programming and events at Temple Adas Shalom in Havre de Grace. As many did during the pandemic, Susannah came to realize that her passion lied in building and engaging community members, especially within the Jewish Community. She is excited to be following her passion of engaging the congregation and community here at Beth Am.
In her free time, Susannah loves Broadway musicals, knitting and crocheting, gardening, and cooking. She spends a great amount of time tending her little homestead in Bel Air with her husband, Brian, and her three kids. Susannah looks forward to building a relationship with each of you.
Director of Youth & Family Education
(410) 523-2446, Extension 1114
Leah Miller (she/her) brings extensive experience, excitement, and a deep passion for Jewish education to her role as Director of Youth and Family Education at Beth Am Synagogue. With almost 20 years of experience in Jewish education and community programming, Leah is passionate about getting to know children and families on a deeper level and creating experiences where everyone feels a true sense of belonging.
Originally from Sacramento, California, Leah earned her undergraduate degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Arizona State University, with a focus on Jewish Studies and human and child development. She later moved to Baltimore to complete her master’s degree in Leadership in Jewish Education and Communal Service at Towson University through the Baltimore Hebrew Institute.
Leah is an experienced educator who is passionate about creating engaging and meaningful Jewish learning experiences. She believes deeply in Beth Am’s model of inquiry-based student-led learning and in helping every child feel supported and inspired. Leah also has extensive experience coaching and supporting educators as they grow their skills and create meaningful learning experiences for their students.
Most recently, Leah served as the Director of Family Education and Engagement at Shaare Torah Congregation in Gaithersburg, Maryland, where she oversaw educational and engagement experiences for children, teens, and families. At Beth Am, she leads youth and family education and engagement, including religious school, youth group programming, Shabbat and holiday experiences, and programming for families with young children. She is committed to engaging students and families of all Jewish backgrounds, practices, abilities, and interests.
In her spare time, Leah enjoys traveling, watching movies and musical theatre, and eating and making sushi. She and her husband, Michael, have three children, Wesley, Sophie, and Beau, and are thrilled to be returning to Baltimore and making it home once again.
Financial Coordinator
(410) 523-2446, Extension 1117
Jennifer Millard comes to Beth Am with an extensive background in customer service and leadership, having worked as an office manager, operational support at local brokerages, in retail management, and as a Kindergarten teacher and director of preschool. Jen has a passion for writing and graduated from Salisbury University (Go Gulls!) with a degree in Elementary Education. In her spare time, Jen is a wedding officiant and a freelance copy editor, with dreams of one day opening a cozy bookstore! A proud Baltimorean, Jen is honored to have a role helping advance Beth Am Synagogue.
Office Administrator & Program Assistant
(410) 523-2446, Extension 1111
Alex Malischostak had worked in synagogue education and programming for six years before joining the Beth Am staff. Originally from Southfield, Michigan, he has called Baltimore home since 2015. He is a proud graduate of the University of Michigan (Go Blue!) and earned his Masters in Jewish Education and Modern Jewish Studies from the Jewish Theological Seminary in New York. Alex is excited to be back at Beth AM after previously co-chairing BAYYIT with his wife Abigail.
Communication & Marketing Manager
(410) 523-2446, Extension 1120
Sage Freed (she/her) is a graphic designer and interdisciplinary fiber artist who graduated from MICA with a BFA in Graphic Design in May 2026. In her college years, she became very passionate about supporting the Jewish community, and is excited to continue that goal here at Beth Am.
Executive Director Emeritus
Henry was our executive director from 2000 through 2017. He and his family were members prior to that, with both Henry and Renee’ serving on various committees. Renee’ served a term on the Board and sang in the choir for 24 years. Henry functioned as the “COO,” responsible for finance, planning, communications, member relations, community engagement, facilities management, and ensuring that clergy and educators had the infrastructure in place to attain the religious, spiritual, educational, and community-oriented goals of the synagogue. With over 20 years of banking experience, and a personality endearing him to many, he brought much to Beth Am.
