Avraham Kadar, M.D., President
Avraham Kadar, M.D., is a pediatrician and National Institutes of Health (NIH)-trained immunologist, and the Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of BrainPOP, an Internet company that includes the award-winning animated online educational platform BrainPOP, and the pioneering dynamic digital marketing and rich media solutions AditAll, LLC and Dynamic Video, LLC.
Born in Rishon LeZion, Israel, Dr. Kadar has parlayed an enduring and life-long passion for science into two successful careers: first as a scientist and physician and then as a businessman. He began his formal studies in physics at the Hebrew University, followed by medical training at Tel Aviv University. While he is an innovator and entrepreneur in the online world, Dr. Kadar remains a physician and educator at heart. His belief in the centrality of science education provided the initial inspiration for BrainPOP.
Avraham Kadar is the husband of Naomi Prawer Kadar. He and Naomi devoted their lives together to the very passions and values upon which The Naomi Foundation™ is based – family, social justice, love, and community. As the President of the foundation, he, along with the other board members, carries out and considers the vision and goals of the foundation.
Maya Kadar, Vice President
Maya Kadar, an artist, innovator, producer and manager, is the Vice President of BrainPOP ESL LLC, an English as a Second Language resource for students all over the world. She received her bachelor’s degree from Barnard College of Columbia University after majoring in Film Studies as well as Art History and Visual Art. She continued her studies in Israel at Tel Aviv University and received an MFA degree in Film Production. Maya later worked for two prominent Israeli film and television companies – JCS Post Production and Spike Communications.
Maya Kadar is the eldest daughter of Naomi Prawer Kadar. She is honored to carry on Naomi’s memory professionally, as she manages, operates, and ensures that Naomi’s brainchild, BrainPOP ESL LLC, comes alive according to Naomi’s vision. As one of the Vice Presidents of The Naomi Foundation™, she provides insight into Naomi’s perspective and professional skills, supports the team in each decision and provides media production expertise. Additionally, Maya has published poetry in Yiddish and the Foundation’s focus is very dear to her heart.
Nadav Kadar, Vice President
Nadav Kadar, an entrepreneur, manager, technology expert, and supervisor of legal and financial activities, is the Senior Vice President of International Operations at BrainPOP, an award-winning online animated educational product. Nadav received his bachelor’s degree from Clark University, where his focus was Biology. He continued his studies at Brandeis University, where he completed a master’s degree in Near Eastern and Judaic Studies. As part of the founding team of BrainPOP, Nadav has always played a crucial role in the company, providing insight and background into BrainPOP’s growth and assisting with all operational tasks. Nadav oversees all of BrainPOP’s international teams and products as well as serving in an advisory role as BrainPOP expands and develops.
Nadav Kadar is the son of Naomi Prawer Kadar. He worked alongside Naomi while she was creating the blueprint for the BrainPOP ESL product. As one of the Vice Presidents of The Naomi Foundation™, Nadav provides vital insight into Naomi’s passions as he shares her love for Jewish history and Judaic studies. Nadav supports the team in each decision and provides legal, financial, and organizational expertise.
Einat Kadar, Vice President
Einat Kadar, a writer with diverse interests, developed the mission of the Foundation during its formative stages and cultivated the vision for the Foundation’s future. Einat received her bachelor’s degree from Brown University, where she focused on the interdisciplinary field of Development Studies. Within the study of the developing world, Einat found her passion in global health, specifically reproductive health and women’s empowerment. As part of Einat’s studies and research, Einat has traveled to Thailand and South Africa, and lived in India for seven months.
Einat Kadar is the youngest daughter of Naomi Prawer Kadar. Einat had the honor of taking part in building the framework through which The Naomi Foundation™ will continue to function for years to come. Einat feels deeply connected to the work of The Naomi Foundation™ and is devoted to bringing Naomi’s visions and values to life.