Bankers

The Safra family is a prominent Jewish banking and philanthropic dynasty with its origins in the city of Aleppo, Syria. Their financial success primarily began after they migrated to Beirut, Lebanon. Today, they are considered one of the wealthiest Jewish families globally, with Forbes estimating their combined holdings at around $200 billion.

Paul Moritz Warburg (German: Paul Moritz Warburg; August 10, 1868 - January 24, 1932) was a German-Jewish banker known for his pivotal role in the establishment of the Federal Reserve System in the United States.

Mayer Amschel Rothschild (February 23, 1744, Frankfurt – September 19, 1812) was the patriarch of the famous Jewish banking family, the Rothschilds, which would go on to become one of Europe's leading financial and business entities.

Nathan Mayer Rothschild (Hebrew: נתן מאיר רוטשילד; English: Nathan Mayer Rothschild; September 16, 1777 – July 28, 1836) was a British-Jewish banker and a member of the Rothschild family, known for founding the English branch of the family.

Edmond Jacob Safra (Arabic: إدموند يعقوب صفرا; Portuguese: Edmond Jacob Safra; August 6, 1932 – December 3, 1999) was a Jewish-Lebanese native of Beirut, Lebanon. Edmond was a banker, a financial wizard, and a scion of the Jewish banking family Safra, originally from Haleb (Aleppo), Syria, but who accumulated their wealth after relocating to Lebanon.

Zadik Binyu, born on October 13, 1944, is a prominent Israeli businessman and banker. In 2010, he ranked 16th on the list of Israel's 100 wealthiest individuals, with an estimated net worth of 4.07 billion shekels.

Ernst Israel Japhet, born on May 8, 1921, and passing away on May 22, 1997, left an indelible mark on the Israeli banking landscape. He served as the CEO of Bank Leumi Le-Israel from 1970 to 1977 and chaired the bank's board of directors from 1977 to 1986. Simultaneously holding both positions was an unconventional move. Japhet was a key figure in the banking stock crisis and faced allegations of various financial wrongdoings.

Galit Maor (born February 11, 1943) is an Israeli economist and executive who served as the CEO of Bank Leumi from 1995 to 2012. She was the first female CEO of a major Israeli bank and is considered one of the most influential women in the Israeli financial market. She also serves as a director on the boards of several companies, including Teva and Strauss.

The Israeli legislator and deputy finance minister who linked economic policy with stewardship of bank holdings, national infrastructure, culture and youth institutions

In this documentary, we delve into the captivating biography, rich heritage, enduring legacy, and extraordinary contributions of the Racknati family—a name celebrated for their significant impact on Jewish music and cultural preservation.

Jules Semon Bache was a successful banker who grew his firm, J.S. Bache & Co., into an international business by investing in projects like the New York City subway. He was also a dedicated art collector, donating valuable works, including Old Masters, to the Metropolitan Museum, where they are still displayed as "The Bache Collection." (November 9, 1861 – March 24, 1944)

Cliff Asness co-founded AQR Capital Management. He has authored numerous influential papers, winning several prestigious awards, including five Bernstein Fabozzi/Jacobs Levy Awards. He also contributed to financial research, earning honors like the James R. Vertin Award for his lifetime achievements and recognition as one of the 50 most influential people in global finance by Bloomberg Markets. (October 17, 1966)

Joseph Seligman was a notable Jewish financier and philanthropist who became an influential figure in the banking industry. He founded the investment firm J. & W. Seligman & Co. (November 22, 1819 - April 25, 1880)

Joseph Safra was the wealthiest banker in the world, with a net worth of $23.2 billion at the time of his death. He led Banco Safra, one of Brazil's largest private banks, and was a major philanthropist supporting Jewish causes both in Brazil and globally. (1 September 1938 – 10 December 2020)

Zionist land developer and institution builder who helped lay the foundations of Netanya and Even Yehuda

Herzl’s trusted associate, second president of the Zionist Organization, and a builder of the movement’s symbols, finances, and institutional continuity

The Israeli lawyer, diplomat, and executive who linked public service, national security, foreign relations, economic leadership, and institutions of Jewish memory