Meet Jordana and Andrew Hurwitz
High school sweethearts turned proud Baltimore returnees, Jordana and Andrew have grown up together, from Beth Tfiloh to the University of Michigan. After several years in Chicago and New York, they returned home to Baltimore to raise their two daughters in the community that shaped them. Now, as participants in our latest Young Leadership Council class, they’re deepening their commitment to the Baltimore Jewish community in an even more meaningful way.
Tell us about yourselves. How did you two meet? Where do you live now? Where do you work and what activities do you enjoy doing as a family outside of work?
We met back in 9th grade at Beth Tfiloh and have basically grown up together since then. After high school, we both headed to the University of Michigan (Go Blue!), then spent several years living in Chicago and New York before moving back home to Baltimore this past summer. Andrew works in industrial real estate development, overseeing development and acquisitions across the East Coast for Bridge Industrial. Jordana previously worked at American Express in product management, marketing and product development and is currently pausing as our family transitions back to Baltimore.
We have two daughters, Maya (3.5) and Talia (almost 2), who keep us very busy and very entertained. As a family, we love spending time together outdoors, exploring new destinations, cheering on the Orioles/Ravens/Wolverines and being with cousins and extended family whenever we can.
What’s your favorite memory as a couple so far?
We love traveling and experiencing new places together. Some of our favorite memories include our honeymoon in Southeast Asia, trips to Iceland and Portugal, hiking in the Smoky Mountains and our annual summer trips to the Delaware beaches. Travel has always been a special way for us to reconnect and make memories.
Which YLC session has been your favorite so far and why?
We’ve truly enjoyed all the sessions and especially value getting to know our cohort and spending time together. One session that really stood out was the allocations session —it was eye-opening to understand the process and the incredibly challenging decisions involved. With so many meaningful programs and so many people in need, it was powerful to see how thoughtfully campaign dollars are stretched to make the greatest impact.
Where do you see yourself volunteering in The Associated? What issues would you like to tackle?
We’re still figuring this out, but a few areas have already sparked our interest. Jordana is especially drawn to supporting Jewish day schools, synagogues, camps and community centers.
Andrew is passionate about supporting the local Baltimore community, particularly those in the most critical need, while also staying connected to and supporting the broader global Jewish community.
What lessons or discussions from YLC have you been able to take away from the cohort and apply to your family/home life?
One big takeaway has been the importance of thinking beyond our immediate community and recognizing global Jewish needs. It’s our responsibility to take care of each other and that perspective has really resonated with us as we think about the values we want to model for our kids.
Growing up in Jewish Baltimore, what are your favorite memories? OR You both lived away for many years and returned. What do you love about Baltimore?
We really moved back for the community and to be closer to our family. Baltimore is a special place; it’s a strong, close-knit community that truly supports one another. After living in more transient places, we were ready to establish roots and invest in a community for the long term. We feel incredibly lucky to have grown up here, to have so much family nearby and to now be sending our kids to the same schools and synagogues we attended growing up.
Where would we find you on the weekend?
With busy work weeks, we try to make the most of our weekends together. We love a good
home-bound day just as much as a jam-packed one. You’ll usually find us at Shabbat dinner with extended family, at Shabbat morning, hanging out at home on Saturday afternoon and then hustling through activities on Sunday—ending with a relaxed pizza dinner Sunday night.
Best marriage advice?
Our Grandpa Adler always said that for a marriage to work, it’s not 50/50—it’s 100/100. We also make a real effort to prioritize time together outside of work, kids, and other commitments.
Who would you want to invite to your Shabbat table?
Anyone and everyone. We love meeting new people and truly try to keep an open home.
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