Elisha Wiesel

Elisha Wiesel is an American businessman, born in 1972, who has made a notable impact in the fields of finance and philanthropy. As the only child of Elie Wiesel, a Nobel Peace Prize recipient and Holocaust survivor, Elisha was exposed to the importance of humanitarian work from a young age. He pursued a career in finance, spending 25 years at the prestigious investment firm Goldman Sachs until his departure in 2019.

Following his tenure at Goldman Sachs, Wiesel transitioned into a role as a hedge fund manager, leveraging his expertise in finance to drive his professional endeavors. In addition to his work in the financial sector, Wiesel is committed to continuing his father's legacy through his involvement with the Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity, where he currently serves as the chairman of the board. Through this foundation, Wiesel aims to promote humanitarian values and activism, honoring the memory and work of his esteemed father.