#MOTEK team are always working hard even on the journey to MOTEK headquarters #ShlomiShabat
#MOTEK team busy picking out fabrics for decor 
Deliveries to the office always make us happy #ShlomiShabat
Here is the dedicated MOTEK team having a meeting late into the evening to make May 7th a night to remember #ShlomiShabat #LagBomor
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Behind the scenes at #MOTEK Headquarters Friday morning
Modelling some #MOTEK swag around headquarters
Owing to the great success of last year’s event, on May 7th MOTEK and our dedicated Co-Chairs Alan Greenberg and Cary Green are thrilled to host the iconic Israeli artist, Shlomi Shabat. With a loyal following spanning three generations of Israeli music lovers, Shabat has produced 18 hit albums in various musical styles ranging from Mediterranean, Latin, Hebrew, Arabic, Spanish, Turkish, Ladino to good old-fashioned Rock n’ Roll. These days, Shlomi serves as a primary mentor on TV’s “THE VOICE Israel”. 
Spring of 2013, I knew I wanted to spend my summer outside of Chicago working for a music organization in another big city. Little did I know that big city would be in another country working to represent my favorite country. In May 2013, I packed two bags for three months and moved to a sublet apartment downtown Toronto to intern for MOTEK and represent Israel through music. I was incredibly passionate about Israel having lived there from September 2010 – June 2011, I was studying music management, and I wanted to be in Toronto. It was a perfect match.
I loved MOTEK and believed in everything that it was. I immediately fit in and it felt like home to be with Israelis and doing Israeli things. By that I mean, drinking instant coffee, eating amazing Israeli nuts and snacks, having home cooked Israeli meals, and pretending the rooftop of the Thompson hotel was the Tel Aviv beach.
The team was incredible and Ravid was one of the most passionate women I had ever met. The first day I met her she told me her whole life story and I knew she was going to be someone to look up to. She was determined to change the way in which the world sees Israel and I couldn’t have agreed more. The summer before working at MOTEK, I went back to Israel on a trip teaching students the best way to portray Israel at our colleges with Indiana University (where I attended school). The trip was very encouraging and I learned so much that I still use to this day, but nothing like MOTEK – taking away the politics and just looking at the beauty of what Israel was giving to their country and to ours. I learned so much during my time at MOTEK – about all social media platforms, how challenging and rewarding working at a not for profit can be, and how valuable both positive and negative feedback can be throughout our lives. MOTEK helped me give back to Israel in a way I could have never done so and I look forward to seeing its growth in the years to come. I am such a supporter and truly believe that music is the way in which we should see the world. Ravid’s vision is inspirational and will forever hold a very special place in my heart. I hope to one day be on the board, supporting Israel through music all over the world.
Last summer I did my internship with MOTEK Cultural Initiative , a non profit organization that spreads the culture of Israel through music. I did my internship as an administrative intern. I was moved by the working culture at MOTEK and the guidance provided by them . My major responsibilities were to create databases of concert venues, data sorting and managing MOTEK fan club. MOTEK followed a business culture by keeping weekly meetings in which work assigned is reviewed and you know what to do next. MOTEK provided me an exposure to the Canadian corporate culture and helped me to grow as a business professional. The flat hierarchy working style of MOTEK is the best as it helps you to mix and mingle easily in the organizational culture. MOTEK helped me to build a professional network. I am very delighted that I got an opportunity to work there and will be looking forward to see the growth of this organization.
MOTEK Intern,
Vinita Garg
Working as an intern at MOTEK was a fun and unique experience. I had originally found out about MOTEK after doing some research online while looking for internships that had some Jewish/Israeli but also cultural connection. MOTEK gave me exactly what I was looking for in that regard. The group in the office was always friendly and helpful. There was an informal atmosphere that made me feel at home and it was also especially nice coming down to the office right in the middle of Yorkville. There was a lot of hebrew spoken which added to the already colourful Israeli vibe in the office.
During my time at MOTEK I had the chance to work on a variety of tasks. I enjoyed the initiative and responsibility afforded to me and I felt as though my work was taken seriously. Overall, my time was an enjoyable one that broadened my experience and helped me understand more of what type of work I could see myself doing in the future.
Jacob Nemirov
“Before working with MOTEK, I hadn’t dreamed of actually being able to get involved in promoting the musical and cultural aspects of Israel. Despite my nervousness before beginning the internship, I was excited to get involved with spreading a positive message about Israel, where politics can be set aside to allow Jewish and Israeli culture to be introduced to Toronto. As an expat Israeli, this message has been important to me.
Despite being new to the office life, I quickly became comfortable at MOTEK. With coworkers that are helpful and friendly, I always felt that I was able to learn and ask questions. I had spent my first year as a university student focusing primarily on schoolwork, but once I joined the MOTEK team I was able to gain real-life experiences and learn a tremendous amount about businesses, event management, community outreach, music, and even about Toronto.
I consider myself fortunate to have been a part of MOTEK and be able to witness the growth of an organization dedicated to such a fun, interesting, and important goal. Everything from the friendly atmosphere, to the remarkable projects, to the real-world experience makes MOTEK a fun and beneficial place to work. Being here has given me the exciting experience of helping expand a small organization and make a valuable impact on the community. I left with a heavy heart, but I trust in MOTEK to continue making a strong influence, and all the while doing it in a fun and engaging environment.
Leore Tobias “
MOTEK Backstage 