Moises Gertner
Wielding great influence on British Jewry
In 2008, The Jeruselem Chronicle declared 'the top spots' on their second annual list of those who 'wield the greatest influence on British Jewry'. Moises Gertner is listed at number 37[1]. The criteria for being listed is described as 'those with a vision for Jewish life in this country and who did their utmost to bring it about using either money; persuasion; religion; culture; political or social leadership; or simply inspiring through word and deed'[2].
The article's sole comment on Gertner describes him as a 'Property tycoon who is a generous benefactor to Charedi causes'[3].
Others included in the top 30 of the list were Lord Levy (number 9), Ron Prosor (number 10), Daniel Finkelstein (number 11), John Mann (number 17), Jonathan Freedland (number 18), Julia Neuberger (number 19), Lord Janner (number 20), Prime Minister Gordon Brown (number 29) & Poju Zabludowicz (number 30)[4].
Property Companies
Fordgate one of the UK’s largest privately owned property companies founded by Moises Gertner and Mendi Gertner. Fordgate is currently involved in the Carmelton project (a 4,7 km tunnel project in Haifa Israel) and is 'a substantial equity partner in the new Tel Aviv light rail metro project in coöperation with CCECC of China'. Fordgate is a strategic partner of Plant Location Europe.[5]
Resources
Gertner Charitable Trust, Trustee.[6]
References
- ↑ The Jewish Chronicle JC Power 100: Sacks stays on top, as new names emerge. 9th May 2008. Accessed 16th August 2008
- ↑ The Jewish Chronicle How we made our selection 9th May 2008. Accessed 16th August 2008
- ↑ The Jewish Chronicle JC Power 100: Sacks stays on top, as new names emerge. 9th May 2008. Accessed 16th August 2008
- ↑ The Jewish Chronicle JC Power 100: Sacks stays on top, as new names emerge. 9th May 2008. Accessed 16th August 2008
- ↑ Plant Location Europe Strategic partnerships Accessed 19th August 2008
- ↑ THE GERTNER CHARITABLE TRUST Registered Charity Number: 327380 Financial Statements for the year ended 31 March 2004, accessed 12 March 2009
