Get to
know us

Behind every service and experience, there’s a dedicated team that cares deeply about what they do.
Get to know some of the key players who make it all happen.

Get to
know us

Behind every service and experience, there’s a dedicated team that cares deeply about what they do.
Get to know some of the key players who make it all happen.

Meet the leadership team

Herschel
Kessler, DO

CEO

Meet Dr. Herschel Kessler, one of our founders and a passionate advocate for case management! He genuinely believes that effective case management can transform lives by creating meaningful connections and providing support when it’s needed most. Recognizing the need to revolutionize the industry, he’s on a mission to make it more functional and impactful for everyone involved. Dr. Kessler loves seeing how our team makes a difference every day, and he’s dedicated to ensuring we deliver the best care possible!


Favorite EDWP Service
Structured Family Care

Gavin Woodruff

Director of Case Management

Gavin has been working in the Case Management industry for over 20 years, helping those in the community as young as 3 years old to those in their late 90's. Gavin assisted bringing Money Follows Person prgram into Georgia. He also offers vast experience with the EDWP program from both the provider and the case management side. When not hard at work, he can be found buildling and competition flying model aerobatics, photography, or home remodeling.


Favorite EDWP Service
Personal Support Services 

Chasatie Whitley,
RN, MSN 

Chief Operations Officer 

Chasatie offers a robust background as a Registered Nurse and in healthcare management. Chasatie has a proven track record in quality assurance, process improvement, and accreditation, ensuring that healthcare facilities meet and exceed industry standards. Chasatie is a published contributor in several articles. When Chasatie is not pursuing her professional endeavors, she is a dedicated parent while managing her homestead. She enjoys running and Georgia football. Go DAWGS!


Favorite EDWP Service
Home Delivered Meals

Eli Levin Esq.

Chief Legal Officer

Eli Levin is the co-founder of Alef Case Management. A graduate of Columbia Law School, where he was named a James Kent Scholar, he combines legal expertise with a commitment to enhancing efficiency and outcomes in the healthcare industry.

Favorite EDWP Service
Home Delivered Meals

Margalit Panigel

Director of Human Resources

Margalit brings a creative and organized approach to supporting leadership and managing HR functions at Alef Case Management. With a focus on efficiency and commitment to fostering a positive workplace, Margalit plays a key role and ensuring smooth operations and supporting the company’s day-to-day. When she’s not managing HR tasks, Margalit is a proud mom who enjoy spending time with her family and finding creative outlets through art and design.


Favorite EDWP Service
Structured Family Care Giving

Daniella "Dani" Weeks, RN

Director of Nursing

Dani brings clinical experience as a Registered Nurse in the Burn ICU, focusing on trauma, burns, and extensive wounds. She provides past experience working with the EDWP program. When she's not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and many pets, outdoor activities, and reading books!

Favorite EDWP Service
Adult Day Health

Meet The
Leadership
Team

Herschel
Kessler, DO

CEO

Meet Dr. Herschel Kessler, one of our founders and a passionate advocate for case management! He genuinely believes that effective case management can transform lives by creating meaningful connections and providing support when it’s needed most. Recognizing the need to revolutionize the industry, he’s on a mission to make it more functional and impactful for everyone involved. Dr. Kessler loves seeing how our team makes a difference every day, and he’s dedicated to ensuring we deliver the best care possible!

Favorite EDWP Service
Structured Family Care

Eli Levin Esq.

Chief Legal Officer

Eli Levin is the co-founder of Alef Case Management. A graduate of Columbia Law School, where he was named a James Kent Scholar, he combines legal expertise with a commitment to enhancing efficiency and outcomes in the healthcare industry.

Favorite EDWP Service
Home Delivered Meals

Chasatie Whitley,
RN, MSN 

Chief Operations Officer

Chasatie offers a robust background as a Registered Nurse and in healthcare management. Chasatie has a proven track record in quality assurance, process improvement, and accreditation, ensuring that healthcare facilities meet and exceed industry standards. Chasatie is a published contributor in several articles. When Chasatie is not pursuing her professional endeavors, she is a dedicated parent while managing her homestead. She enjoys running and Georgia football. Go DAWGS!

Favorite EDWP Service
Home Delivered Meals

Daniella "Dani" Weeks, RN

Director of Nursing

Dani brings clinical experience as a Registered Nurse in the Burn ICU, focusing on trauma, burns, and extensive wounds. She provides past experience working with the EDWP program. When she's not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and many pets, outdoor activities, and reading books!

Favorite EDWP Service
Adult Day Health

Gavin Woodruff

Director of Case Management

Gavin has been working in the Case Management industry for over 20 years, helping those in the community as young as 3 years old to those in their late 90's. Gavin assisted bringing Money Follows Person prgram into Georgia. He also offers vast experience with the EDWP program from both the provider and the case management side. When not hard at work, he can be found buildling and competition flying model aerobatics, photography, or home remodeling.

Favorite EDWP Service
Personal Support Services

Khomotso "Mo" Manaka

Director of Operations

Khomotso Manaka is the Operations Manager at Alef Case Management. With extensive experience in project management, her dedication to optimizing operational systems drives team success. Outside of her profession, Khomotso enjoys reading and outdoor activities, which provide her with the balance and inspiration to lead effectively.

Favorite EDWP Service
Home Health Services

Margalit Panigel

Director of Human Resources

Margalit brings a creative and organized approach to supporting leadership and managing HR functions at Alef Case Management. With a focus on efficiency and commitment to fostering a positive workplace, Margalit plays a key role and ensuring smooth operations and supporting the company’s day-to-day. When she’s not managing HR tasks, Margalit is a proud mom who enjoy spending time with her family and finding creative outlets through art and design.

Favorite EDWP Service
Structured Family Care Giving