CarterBaldwin Executive Search announces the appointment of Zach Bauer as Chief Executive Officer of Passages Israel.
Zach joins Passages with over 14 years of experience in government, political strategy, and nonprofit leadership, serving in both public service and strategic advisory roles. Most recently, he was Strategic Development Officer at Advancing American Freedom, where he cultivated high-impact donor relationships and played a leading role in shaping national policy initiatives.
Zach began his career in the U.S. House and the Office of Indiana Governor Mike Pence, gaining deep expertise in legislative policy and executive coordination. Over nearly a decade, he served in senior roles alongside Vice President Pence—including as a senior advisor in the White House, where he managed high-level domestic and international initiatives. He later held leadership positions at MO Strategies and as National Political Director for the Pence 2024 campaign, overseeing major fundraising, policy, and coalition-building efforts.
Zach holds a BA in justice studies from James Madison University.
About Passages Israel
Passages Israel is an organization designed to provide Christians, particularly American high school and college students, with an opportunity to visit Israel and experience its religious, historical, and cultural significance firsthand. Passages longs to see a generation of Christians visit Israel to strengthen their identity in Christ, understand the region and develop their leadership abilities. The program focuses on educating participants about the historical context of Israel, the roots of Christianity, and the modern-day political, social, and religious landscape of the country.
