Shirley Charlie Kleinman
About Shirley Charlie Kleinman
Shirley Charlie Kleinman is a Learning and Development Manager at MAIA Digital in Tel Aviv, Israel, where she has worked since 2022. She has a background in psychology and communications, and has held various roles in journalism, business development, and community management.
Current Role at MAIA Digital - LinkedIn Agency
Shirley Charlie Kleinman serves as the Learning and Development Manager at MAIA Digital, a LinkedIn agency located in Tel Aviv, Israel. She has held this position since 2022. In her role, she facilitates LinkedIn workshops and produces a chart-topping LinkedIn podcast. Additionally, she is responsible for managing and strategizing for top clients, contributing to the agency's overall success.
Education and Expertise
Shirley Kleinman has a diverse educational background. She studied Psychology at the University of Derby, earning a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) from 2003 to 2006. She also completed a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Communications, majoring in Radio and Rhetorics, at Sapir College from 2006 to 2011. Kleinman furthered her education by participating in the iLGBT - LGBTQ Leadership Program from 2019 to 2020 and the Tashtit - Activist Training Course, focusing on Civil Rights and Activism, from 2018 to 2019.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current role, Shirley Kleinman worked in various capacities across multiple sectors. She was a Freelance Journalist and Public Advocate for 14 years, from 2007 to 2021, contributing to various media outlets. Kleinman also served as an Innovation Instructor at The Peres Center for Peace and Innovation from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, she held the position of Business Development Manager at LGBTech from 2018 to 2020 and worked in community, content, and customer management roles in advertising, entertainment, and tech from 2012 to 2015.
National Service and Early Career
Shirley Kleinman completed her National Service at The Center for Deaf-Blind Persons in Israel from 2001 to 2002. This experience marked the beginning of her professional journey, which later evolved into various roles in journalism, advocacy, and community management, showcasing her commitment to social issues and community development.