Peter Kurz has been a pivotal figure in the development of baseball in Israel. Over 25 years, he served as President, Secretary General, and now CEO of the Israel Association of Baseball (IAB). Under his leadership, the IAB expanded significantly, building ties with the American Jewish community and culminating in Israel’s participation in the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games.

Peter’s passion was shaped by two formative events in his youth: visiting Israel shortly after the Six-Day War in 1967, and celebrating the New York Mets’ 1969 World Series victory.

Peter’s efforts have turned baseball in Israel from a niche activity into a national movement, with elite academies, little leagues, and over 1,000 players across the country. He continues to lead as General Manager of both Team Israel and the World Baseball Classic, with the goal of taking the team back to the Olympics in 2028 in Los Angeles.

In addition to his contributions to baseball, Peter is a Marketing and Export Consultant, working with Israeli and international companies. He previously served as Senior Vice President at the Hamat Group.

Peter resides in Givatayim with his wife, Ronit, close to their three children and three grandchildren.

Peter Kurz made Aliyah from New York in 1989.