25 ViZionaries: Benaya Cherlow – No. 6

Benaya Cherlow, an IDF Reserve Captain who served over 180 days in Gaza and Lebanon, founded SuitedSoldiers to foster bipartisan support for Israel within the U.S. Congress. The organization aims to build trusted relationships across the political spectrum, recognizing that Israel needs more than just hope, regardless of who occupies the White House. SuitedSoldiers analyzes the political landscape, identifies emerging leaders, and builds lasting relationships with congressional offices to ensure Israel has reliable partners during critical decision-making. The team has engaged over 100 Members of Congress, 60 Senators, and several senior executive branch officials, contributing to various legislative and policy discussions on Israel's security. Cherlow believes in leaders who can "bridge the battlefield and the boardroom, turning service into strategy and relationships into lasting national security."