SAN FRANCISCO, CA.- The Contemporary Jewish Museum announced the appointment of James Leventhal as the Deputy Director for Development as of February 22, 2010. Mr. Leventhal brings 24 years of experience of working in the arts with his major appointments at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and most recently at the Judah L. Magnes Museum, where he was the Director of Development and Marketing for the last seven years. “It´s truly extraordinary that the community has come together and built a model for museums in the 21st century, unencumbered by collections, but securing the future of collective knowledge and experience. What the Contemporary Jewish Museum has already achieved since the opening of its new facility in June 2008 ‹ an extraordinary presentation of innovative and thought-provoking exhibition and programs‹ is truly amazing and I am thrilled to be part of the team. In my new role as the Deputy