Michael Goldstein, born in Canada, is a Jerusalem-based genealogist who researches, mentors and lectures throughout the world. He carries out extensive international Jewish research. In addition, he guides clients in locating and connecting with their Israeli family, facilitating the use of local Israeli research sources. Michael Goldstein holds a B.A. from Concordia University and an M.S.W. from Yeshiva University. He serves as president of the Israel Genealogical Society, and belongs to the Association of Professional Genealogists and the Jewish Genealogy Society of Montreal.