The year round leadership team at Perlman Camp has numerous years of Jewish camping experience. We are diverse group with camping, social work, education, marketing, design and business experience blended with a passion for Jewish youth summer experiences!
Susan Pfeffer Fields – Camp Director
Susan proudly called Perlman Camp home from 1979 to 1988 (Pio Power ’83) and is thrilled to return as Camp Director in 2024 after a 30+ year career in the corporate world.
Most recently, she served as Global Vice President of Product Merchandising Licensing at Marvel Entertainment and as Vice President of Product Development for Disney & Pixar’s East Coast Hub. A graduate of the University of Massachusetts Amherst, Susan currently resides in New York.
Throughout her professional career, Susan has led large, diverse teams and managed complex operations while building strong, values-driven cultures. She brings deep expertise in strategic planning, communication, staff development, and thoughtful decision-making—skills that directly support camper safety, staff mentorship, and high-quality programming. Her leadership style balances structure with creativity, ensuring camp runs smoothly while preserving the warmth, joy, and magic that make Perlman special.
Susan leads with the heart of a Perlman alumna. Her love for camp and deep understanding of its traditions guide her vision as she works to honor Perlman’s legacy while thoughtfully moving it forward. She is deeply committed to strengthening the camp community, supporting staff as leaders and role models, and ensuring every camper has a safe, fun, and meaningful experience. Susan believes Perlman Camp is one of the greatest gifts a child can receive and is honored to give back to the place that helped shape her life.
Hila Aran – Associate Director
Hila was born and raised in Israel; however, she spent many summers attending camps across North America (Tamarack in Michigan, Kutz in New York, URJ-Greene Family camp in Texas and URJ-OSRUI in Wisconsin) as a camper, staff, senior staff and in leadership roles.
Upon completing her IDF service as a Combat Fitness Trainer, she moved to Michigan where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Human Nutrition. Following this accomplishment, she returned to Israel where she earned her Masters degree in Nutrition, Health and Behavior. Passionate for Jewish camping and community building, she has spent the last 10 years working in Jewish non-profits and camps. Today, she lives in Colorado with her husband and 3 boys, who proudly call Perlman a second home.
Kimberly Tate – Controller
Kimberly joined Perlman Camp as Controller in August 2024, bringing over 25 years of experience in accounting, management, and human resources functions. Kimberly holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Troy University in Human Resource Management with a minor in Accounting, providing a well-rounded foundation in both financial oversight and core leadership.
A lifelong Alabama resident, Kimberly is known for her strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to manage complex responsibilities with integrity and efficiency. Beyond her professional career, Kimberly is a wife and mother of five. As the parent of a child with autism, Kimberly is deeply committed to advocating for the Autism community and serves as a Special Education Advocate, a role that fuels her passion for inclusion, accessibility, and meaningful support for families which also rolls into daily camp life at Perlman.
In her free time, Kimberly enjoys traveling, baking, and taking on new challenges—both personally and professionally—that allow her to grow, learn, and make a positive impact.
