Introducing Our Newly-Elected PICC Board Members

“As a patent attorney, I am an active member of the local business community. I also have many personal and professional ties to Israel. The Philadelphia area and Israel are each at the forefront of innovation and entrepreneurship. Each place has much to offer the other and I have a personal stake in seeing both regions thrive. As a PICC Board member, it will be my mission to help deepen the business ties between our region and Israel for the betterment of both.”

David Gornish

Member, Patent Attorney, Eckert Seamans

David Gornish is a patent attorney with significant experience in domestic and worldwide patent procurement and portfolio management. He enjoys representing entrepreneurs, whether they are company executives or individuals with great ideas. David has drafted patent applications directed to many different technologies, including automated manufacturing equipment, injection molding processes, medical devices, drug delivery devices, material science, therapeutic methods, musical accessories, pharmaceutical packaging, food packaging, fluid transfer apparatus, desiccants, polymer compositions, product quality inspection methods, air filtration, plasma deposition processes, conveyor equipment, and bicycles.

David possesses significant experience coordinating international patent filing and procurement strategies. On the litigation side, he has been intimately involved in several high-stakes patent cases, primarily in the pharmaceutical field. Having the unique perspective of both a patent litigator and patent prosecutor, David drafts and prosecutes patents with foresight concerning potential disputes arising in the future. In another aspect of his practice, David routinely advises on issues of patent clearance and risk management relating to new product launches. David also counsels on trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets and has significant experience in IP-related contract drafting, review, and negotiation.

David's technical background is in mechanical engineering and he worked in product development for a large medical device company prior to his legal career. David has served as the sole in-house patent counsel for a drug delivery and pharmaceutical packaging company. In that position, he managed a worldwide portfolio of hundreds of applications and patents. He also routinely handled contract matters and advised company executives on legal implications of their business decisions.

“I joined the Philadelphia Israeli Chamber of Commerce to strengthen economic ties between the U.S. and Israel and to engage with a network of innovative, growth-oriented businesses. As a financial advisor at Wells Fargo, I value the opportunity to support entrepreneurs and companies with thoughtful financial guidance as they expand and invest. The Chamber allows me to contribute professionally while being part of a community that fosters collaboration, trade, and long-term economic partnership.”

Judah Rubin

Financial Advisor, Wells Fargo

As a Financial Advisor with Wells Fargo and a background in economics and strategic planning, Judah Rubin is committed to helping individuals, families, and business owners navigate their financial futures with clarity and confidence. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Judah has always been guided by a strong sense of service—both to his community and to his clients.

After earning a degree in Economics from New York University, Judah pursued an MBA in Finance at Saint Joseph’s University, gaining a solid foundation in financial principles and strategic insight. He began his career in retail banking at a prominent financial institution, where he developed key strengths in client service, personal finance, and long-term relationship building—values that continue to shape his approach today.

Outside the office, Judah serves as a volunteer EMT in his community and practices martial arts, reflecting his commitment to discipline, mentorship, and continuous personal growth. Judah also plays classical violin, which deepens his appreciation for focus, patience, and lifelong learning. Whether he's helping clients plan for retirement or guiding a student through their first class, Judah believes success starts with trust, education, and always doing what’s right.

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