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Aaron Paley is a seasoned arts administrator and cultural leader with extensive experience in promoting Yiddish language and culture, serving as the Founder of Yiddishkayt since 1995. Currently, Paley is a Board Member at the Topa Institute, a retreat center for creative workshops. As President of Community Arts Resources, Paley has played a significant role in fostering cultural initiatives. Notably, Paley was the Founding Executive Director and Executive Producer of CicLAvia, a transformative initiative for public engagement and recreational use of city streets in Los Angeles. Additionally, Paley has contributed to the arts as the Executive Director of the Fringe Festival/Los Angeles and has held various roles in theater and arts organizations throughout the career. Academic credentials include an MBA in Non-Profit Arts Management from UCLA and a BA in Architecture, Urban Planning, and French from the University of California, Berkeley.