Israel for Leaders,
by Leaders

About itrek

Inspiring the Ambitious, Open-Minded, and Adventurous
At itrek, we attract and engage a community of ambitious, open-minded, and adventurous individuals who are committed to shaping the future in their respective fields.

itrek has facilitated the creation of tailored Israel Treks for more than 27,000 participants over the past 15 years. It is home to three distinct programs that reach leaders at different moments in their professional journeys. 

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Our Programs

Graduate Programs

itrek introduces tomorrow’s leaders in business, law, and policy to Israel, helping them experience Israel firsthand through peer-led, week-long Israel Treks.

Launchpad

Launchpad empowers organizations, leadership networks, policymakers, and business leaders to foster a nuanced understanding and diverse perspectives of Israel, offering unique Israel experiences tailored to their networks.

REALITY

REALITY brings together a global community of bold changemakers for immersive, high-touch Journeys through Israel. The Journeys offer unparalleled access to influential leaders, diverse perspectives, transformative learning and experiences that challenge conventional thinking.

Our Participants

We work with student and faculty leaders at the
world’s top business, law, policy and STEM programs.

FAQ

itrek (formerly Israel & Co.) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. A leader in Israel’s professional travel, itrek has designed and delivered tailored Israel experiences for more than 27,000 participants over the past 14 years. From rising-professionals to senior decision-makers, itrek is home to three distinct programs that engage business leaders, policy-makers and changemakers at different points in their professional journeys.

itrek is not a travel company. We empower itrek Leaders to do their own travel planning, group recruitment, and organizing. itrek Leaders design their own itineraries (with our support and advice). itrek connects leaders with travel agencies that can make the necessary arrangements for their Israel Treks.

We provide graduate student leaders and faculty at the top MBA, law and policy programs, organization,  leadership networks and leading change makers with the tools, guidance, and support they need to create exceptional Israel Treks tailored to their specific audiences. 

  • We connect Israel Trek leaders with inspiring thought leaders, innovators and policymakers in Israel—helping them customize content to make their Israel Trek relevant to the interests and/or coursework of their peers.
  • With our support every step of the way, each itrek experience leader builds their own itinerary and gives their group an unforgettable experience.
  • Participants return to their personal and professional lives with an authentic understanding and connection to Israel that can have ripple effects on ever-growing circles of influence.
  • We also offer programming and networking opportunities through the itek Network

itrek is home to three distinct programs that reach leaders at different moments in their professional journeys.

Our Graduate programs engages business, law, and policy students from top graduate schools in 7-10-day experiences in Israel. Student leaders lead their peers and introduce them to Israel’s innovation, culture and complexity. Faculty-led Israel Treks for MBAs provide students with a for-credit experience to Israel and an itinerary customized to the coursework.

Launchpad partners with organizations, leadership networks, and industry leaders to bring professionals – including policymakers and business leaders, and create transformative, nuanced  Israel experiences tailored to their networks. 

REALITY convenes global change makers from across sectors for transformative, community-building Journeys in Israel. 

Leading an itrek is a hands-on leadership experience. Leaders strengthen skills in strategic planning, decision making, partnership building, and guiding diverse groups through a complex international program.

Both leaders and participants gain insider access to one of the world’s most dynamic regions and a rare lens into issues that ripple far beyond its borders.

No, we are not a campus organization. itrek is an independent nonprofit organization with global reach. Because of itrek’s strong reputation and value, itrek is an on-campus tradition for many graduate programs.

No, we are not a campus organization. itrek is an independent nonprofit organization with global reach. Because of itrek’s strong reputation and value, itrek is an on-campus tradition for many graduate programs.

itrek is a private, U.S.-based, 501(c)(3) organization. We are neither affiliated with, nor receive funding from the Israeli government. itrek is a non-partisan, non-affiliated, non-religious organization.

We are thrilled you are interested in becoming a part of the itrek mission. We invite you to learn more about:

itrek operates in a vibrant WeWork office space in Midtown Manhattan and with a small team in Israel. 

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Because my grandparents lived in Israel, I have a warm spot for the country. Having led 19 executive trips to Israel, I understand the power of having people experience the country firsthand and feel that warmth for themselves.
Josh Weston
Former CEO, Automatic Data Processing (ADP)
Leading the itrek was hands down the highlight of my MBA experience. As much as it was memorable for me, I can tell you that it was incredibly impactful for my 130 participants. Helping others foster a personal connection with Israel is not only a calling for me, but an important investment in my country.
Gavriel Goidel
Director of Sales Engineering, Aquant
A key element of itrek's model is that itreks are peer-led. Student leaders are given autonomy, resources and support to design an Israel experience that reflects their unique experiences and perspectives. While each itrek is unique, they are similar in their ability to offer participants a balanced, authentic understanding of Israel and its complexity.
Tova Katz
Director of Jewish Life, One8 Foundation
As one of the founding Georgetown Law itrek leaders, I continue to support itrek because I recognize the tremendous impact itrek has on thought leadership with regards to Israel and beyond. itrek creates an environment where thoughts and ideas thrive, where pros and cons are weighed, and where differing viewpoints are welcomed, all in a community setting.
Carissa Cruse
Corporate Attorney