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This measure, part of the broader "National Infrastructure Bill" enacted a year ago to close Israel's major infrastructure gap, is HUGE. It aims to overcome the "Utility Coordination" challenge, notoriously the weakest link in every project life cycle — key to delivering Israel's mega-projects on time over the next decade and essential for sustaining rapid economic growth. Why is this so crucial? - Israel's productivity gap (GDP per hour worked) is the biggest challenge to realizing its economic growth potential. - Alongside the demographic challenge, aggressively addressing the "Infrastructure Gap" is a top priority. - Approximately 25% of the productivity gap is attributed to infrastructure deficiencies in transportation, particularly mass transit. - Over the next 10-15 years, Israel will invest more than NIS 0.5 trillion in capital projects for Transportation and Energy (1.5-2% increase in investment of GDP annually). Streamlining projects = closing the "infrastructure gap" faster = GROWTH. Adi Hachmon Iliya Katz Yuval Avigdor Dana Dover Itzik Daniel Esti Feldman

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Amazing accomplishments by our portfolio companies Silverfort, Coralogix, and Mixtiles on being ranked in top positions by Dun & Bradstreet’s #Duns100 rankings on the Best Israeli Startups to work for! 🏆🎉 🔒 Silverfort: For the third consecutive year, ranked as the #1 Best Start-Up To Work For over 100 Employees! A testament to their incredible culture of innovation, inclusivity, and growth. 🟢 Coralogix: A powerhouse in AI-powered observability and log analytics, recognized for fostering a dynamic and rewarding workplace where employees thrive. 🖼️ Mixtiles: Revolutionizing interior design while building a culture that’s creative, supportive, and empowering. This recognition highlights the visionary leadership and outstanding teams behind these companies who work tirelessly to build environments where innovation and collaboration flourish. If you’re looking to join a company where culture and growth go hand in hand, explore their open positions via the link below. Here’s to many more milestones ahead for these exceptional companies! 🔍 #BestStartupsToWork #Duns100 #Innovation #Silverfort #Coralogix #Mixtiles #CultivatingGrowth

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Episode #8: XOLTAR - AI companion for patients. Don’t miss this 90 second video about one of the hottest new startups in Israel; and FOLLOW us so you don’t miss another episode! In this video, Gerson Panitch interviews Asaf Shiloni. #whatsnextinisraeltech

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Over the past decade, I have reviewed over 1,000 cv's in search for the best team members to join our team. I see a lot of people in Israel in need of jobs these days so sharing some tips from my experience as a manager and Organizational Psychologist that I hope can be helpful. If you have any questions or additional insights, please feel free to comment below or pm me. I divided the job-seeking journey into 4 stages: 1. Self-reflection 2. CV building 3. Networking 4. “Dating” your future boss In this post I will cover some pointers for the first 3 stages. Next post will cover pointers for the last stage. *Self-reflection* 1. Self-reflection and understanding what you are good at and what you are passionate about. 2. Who are you - Need to be able to answer this in 2-3 lines at the top of the CV. Are you a manager and looking to be in a leadership role or more of a hands-on executive? Is your focus marketing/sales/coding/project management? Pro tip: Ask your friends to be honest with you and share the value they see you bring. It will crystalize your own view as well. *CV and LinkedIn profile* 1. CV building - how does your future boss know you are great at what you do? What success and impact did you have that you can articulate with numbers? 2. The design is great. But the most important is the content. Make sure clear description in the header what you do and keep it short, with bullet points and a 1-pager. Make sure no mistakes. If there is even 1 typo, it is a no-go. 3. Passion talks. Years ago I hired a young man with very little experience because he came with great passion and told me how he taught himself code at age 11. See how you can find that story that highlights your greatness. *Networking* 1. Networking and asking friends for an intro or to put in a good word. Identify 10 people you will have coffee with to brainstorm your career. Some will give you great advice. Others will give you a good lead. 2. Don't only think about networking with those who can give you the job today but rather with those who know people that can help you. 3. The best way to build trust is to show your work in action. I once hired someone because he reached out and explained to me in a loom video why one of my client websites stinked and how that can be fixed. He didn't tell me what he does but showed me. What tips have you found as a manager that you would give future employees?

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We’re thrilled to have been part of the launch of the Startup Forum! This wasn't just an event – but a testament to the resilience, innovation, and collaborative spirit of the Israeli hi-tech ecosystem.  Thank you Hanoch Paz and Maya Schwartz for your leadership in making this important initiative happen. Our Yonatan Stern, shared his thought-provoking perspective with the founders community: "Today, people say that one out of ten startups succeeds, but I believe it’s possible to reach a success rate of one in three or four, and even multiply the number of successes tenfold. After I experienced a major failure with a company I founded, I realized that startups must be designed to be profitable from day one. The sense of freedom you have when you don’t need to run around fundraising or cater to others’ opinions is incredibly empowering—it allows you to build your company exactly as you envision.  It’s possible to create a highly successful company with very little money. Being a Unit 8200 graduate is not sufficient preparation for building a company the right way—nobody teaches marketing or customer retention. Giving someone a lot of money without the right preparation naturally sets them up for failure." Smartup Academy, led by Yonatan Stern teaches entrepreneurs the profession of building profitable fast growing companies on seed investment. If you're an entrepreneur and would like to learn about our methods, schedule a meeting with us https://lnkd.in/dBNKT_VV Libby Molad Yonatan Stern Hanoch Paz Maya Schwartz

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We are delighted to announce that, following thorough negotiations, we finalized an agreement last night with the publicly traded company Accel Solutions Ltd. to acquire a 51% stake in INTENSITY Global Group . This acquisition demonstrates a significant vote of confidence in our capabilities and marks a crucial step forward in expanding and leading the cybersecurity sector, particularly in the realm of Incident Response (IR). Roni Roytman Co-founder & #CEO INTENSITY Global Group ,: "I take great pride in Intensity Global’s journey to become the leading company in the cybersecurity industry, distinguished by our quality service and professionalism. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to our clients, business partners, employees, and colleagues for their unwavering support and trust in our vision. With the increasing frequency of cyberattacks on companies and organizations, the IR field has gained prominence, and the demand for our comprehensive solutions has surged. By integrating with Accel Solutions and forming a cybersecurity Group that includes Accel’s subsidiaries, we will pioneer new advancements in this market, both within Israel and internationally. I want to express my gratitude to my partner in this endeavour, Ruth Marie, as well as to Ronen Shor and Udi Weintraub from Accel Solutions, and attorneys Nimrod Tauber and Ammi Pelled. We remain committed to our mission, working tirelessly to safeguard organizations in Israel and around the world." https://lnkd.in/ddaSmSin Accel Solutions Danet Communications Cyber-Hive CYCON Security Ltd. INTENSITY Global Group Ronen Shor I Udi Weintraub I Roni Roytman I Ruth Mary I Nimrod Tauber I Dan Fromovich I Milat Gonen I Ammie Pelled. #cybersecurity #cyberattack #cybercrisesreadiness #cyberintelligence #cyberresilience

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🚀 Meet the Founders of Elit AI: The Visionaries Leading the Future of AI Innovation 🚀 We are thrilled to introduce the dynamic team behind Elit AI! Each founder brings a unique set of skills and expertise, combining their diverse backgrounds to drive our mission forward. Let’s get to know them: 1. Lim Kean Hoe - CEO: An experienced entrepreneur in the recond car industry and former Business Unit Director at a leading Pharma MNC, Kean Hoe is the strategic mind steering Elit AI towards groundbreaking success. 🌟 2. Steve Yoong - COO: A marketing funnel expert and former Business Manager at a Pharma MNC, Steve’s deep understanding of business strategy and marketing is instrumental in scaling our operations and reaching new heights. 📈 3. David Hooi - Commercial Lead: A seasoned content creator and AI trainer, David is our commercial lead, leveraging his experience as a former Sales Director in Pharma to build impactful content and sales strategies. 🎯 4. Alvin Lim - CTO: An Electrical and Electronics engineer by training, Alvin is the tech genius behind our AI innovations, ensuring that our technology is cutting-edge and future-ready. 🧠 5. Alex Lim - Business Development: A born entrepreneur who founded three businesses by the age of 25, Alex brings a strong background in tech sales and marketing, driving our business development efforts with passion and creativity. 🌐 Together, these leaders are paving the way for a new era of AI solutions. Stay tuned as we continue to innovate and redefine the future of business! 🌟 #ElitAI #AIInnovation #MeetTheFounders #Leadership #FutureReady

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"The CFO is the financial business partner of the CEO and the management team, and must take an active role, ensuring that the management makes decisions based on data, not gut feelings," said Barzik Cohen. "The CFO should participate in discussions about business strategy, be involved in product planning, market understanding, and data analysis. He presents the company to investors and bankers. It's not just about being a financial manager; it's about being a business manager in every sense." Sharon Barzik Cohen, Qumra's #CFO and partner gave some excellent tips on #growth and #efficiency! Full details are below ↙️

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These are the 15 Israeli growth stage startups that have grown fastest in the past 6 months. All these companies are in the 151 to 500 employee category. The data is based on headcount data that we collect at Aption and is one data point that feeds our company insights and #EquityPooling clustering models Unsurprisingly a lot of cyber, dev ops and deep tech names here #1 daily.dev at 491% growth 🚀 🚀 #2 Port IO at 220% 🚀 #3 Particula at 120% 🔥 #4 Exodigo at 97% #5 Tailor Brands at 60% #6 Cyera at 55% #7 Hello Heart at 51% #8 Anyword at 50% #9 Candex at 39% #10 Pinecone at 39% #11 Paragon at 36% #12 Silverfort at 33% #13 Jones Software at 30% #14 Fullpath at 29% #15 Atera at 27%

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💼Company: Cynomi 💰Funding: $20 Million ⚡Round: New Round 👥Investors: Canaan, Flint Capital, s16vc: Portfolio News & Jobs, and Aloniq. Cynomi, a Israel-based #developer of vCISO platforms for MSPs and MSSPs has raised $20 million in funding. Canaan led the investment, with return investors including Flint Capital, s16vc, and Aloniq. Cynomi is an AI-powered #vCISO platform, designed to serve MSPs and MSSPs. This platform is a strategic solution that automates CISO expertise, capabilities and tasks. Read more - https://lnkd.in/eM-BN_Ts Sergey Gribov Paul Osayande David Primor Noa Cohen-Machlin To share your startup story write us on - [email protected] #FundingNews #Cynomi #Investment #vCISOplatform #AIpowered

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**Reflecting on My First Year at KPMG Israel** One year ago, I embarked on a new and exciting journey by joining KPMG Israel as the Head of Business Development. It's hard to believe that it's taken me this long to write about it, but the past year has been full of experiences and growth. Transitioning from managing a small company to leading a business development department within a global firm has been nothing short of fascinating. The challenges and opportunities have pushed me to grow both professionally and personally. Adapting to a new industry, understanding the details of our global operations, and integrating myself into a larger, more complex organization have been incredibly enriching experiences. Working at here has allowed me to engage in large-scale, cross-border activities that have broadened my perspective and improved my skills. The variety of our projects and the collaborative nature of our team have made every day an adventure. It's been a privilege to work with a talented team of business development professionals, business intelligence analysts, and CRM experts. Together, we've implemented innovative solutions that are making a real impact. Looking ahead, I am excited to continue this journey, embracing new challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Here's to many more years of growth, learning, and success. #ProfessionalGrowth #BusinessDevelopment #KPMGIsrael #Leadership #GlobalPerspective

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Israeli tech continues to push boundaries in challenging times, and iAngels is proud to be part of this growth with 20 investments between Q1 and Q3 2024, recognized as a top active investor in the latest Startup Nation Central Report. Click below to learn more👇 https://lnkd.in/dG4rbbBE

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Change is at the heart of our business.   For 25 years, throughout innovation waves and economic cycles, Viola Ventures stayed committed to its vision of building global category leaders out of Israel.   In line with this, we continue to implement strategic plans to ensure continuity and adapt to the challenges and opportunities in the next 25 years.   Today we announce that Viola Ventures' next fund (the seventh) will be led by GPs Zvika Orron and Omry Ben David, together with Viola co-founder Shlomo Dovrat, who will continue as a General Partner in the seventh fund to complete the transition.   More on this at CTech by Calcalist piece below

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Chemi Peres, great article and very inspiring-tx! Through the perspective we see daily in Iron Nation we meet Israeli entrepreneurs more determined and resilient then ever to succussed and create a better future. Possibly justifying all the pain and sacrifice we went through as a country and individuals What you did not address (next article…)  how the VC eco system supports and drives these Giraffes especially with a relative short pay back model in VC for limited partners.  How did the VC model support the 6 US giraffes? and do we allow more patient funding to make this a reality.

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🚨 24-hour countdown! 🚨 Tomorrow, we're pulling back the curtain on how Israeli startups can ace #SOC2 compliance without breaking a sweat. And it’s all happening in Hebrew! Ready to see how Scytale can transform your compliance game? Join us for a live demo with Matan Ephron, our compliance solutions consultant, who’ll walk you through: • The must-know secrets of SOC 2 compliance for Israeli companies • A foolproof roadmap to SOC 2 compliance • A live tour of our platform that automates the SOC 2 process  • Expert tips on how we handle your audit-readiness from start to finish Don’t miss this chance to get ahead of the game. Set your alarms and get ready to level up your compliance game with us. 🚀 See you tomorrow! Register here: eu1.hubs.ly/H0cm8sn0

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In this episode, we speak with Shmuel Mizrachi Ginat. He’s an entrepreneur and venture capital investor with deep experience in business development, capital raising, investments, and M&As. Shmuel has helped raise close to 100 million USD for over 80 startups and has personally invested in 17 Israeli startups. He’s the founder of Crowdinnio, a holding company with ventures in P2P lending, secondary markets, crowdfunding, and more. He also founded EvE, an investment banking firm specializing in M&As, guiding startups through capital growth and regulatory challenges. We discuss: - The challenges of investing in early-stage startups and the importance of diversifying investments - How Shmuel’s belief that his generation onwards will live at least till 100 impacts his investment strategy  - The importance of chemistry between co-founders and the need for a strong team to support each other - Growing a network while being an outsider in a new market - And much more! We hope you enjoy your listen! Listen on your default podcast app: https://lnkd.in/dKKvEnSF We’re excited to collaborate with the Israeli website CTech by Calcalist, owned by Calcalist כלכליסט – Israel’s leading business newspaper. CTech is the gateway of Israeli high-tech to the tech world and vice versa. If you’re not already a regular reader, we strongly recommend you check it out and stay up to date on all high-impact stories from the Israeli tech scene. Zooming out, if you like listening to this podcast, make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss new conversations with peak performers, serving as a reminder we can all tap into the best versions of ourselves. You’re also welcome to follow Ronen and Noa on Linkedin: Ronen Menipaz Noa Eshed🎗️ And if we may ask for a favor – please leave us a review on your native podcast app. #reallifesuperpowers #entrepreneurship #podcast #leadership

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CFO: “What if we invest in training our employees and they leave?” CEO: “What if we don’t… and they stay?” Ah, the classic debate. As we gear up for 2025, the stakes are even higher, especially for Israeli startups looking to crush ambitious sales goals. Planning for success isn’t just about setting targets; it’s about building a strategy that anticipates growth, supports team development, and—yes—ensures that your employees have the skills to drive that success forward (and, hopefully, stay for the journey!). In my latest blog, I dive into essential strategies for sales planning in 2025, from setting budgets and onboarding top talent to aligning with marketing for a consistent lead flow. Ready to set your team up for a winning year? Let’s make 2025 the year of smart growth, strategic planning, and, most importantly, investing in the right people. Read the full guide here. https://wix.to/d0RcL68 #newblogpost #SalesPlanning2025 #StartupSuccess #EmployeeDevelopment #IsraeliStartups Nissim Yves Ohayon David Bitton

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In the past year, DDR&D has significantly increased the scope of its collaboration with the high-tech industry. Until October 7, 2023, DDR&D worked with around 206 Israeli startup companies, and today, following the war, the number has risen to 272 companies. Together with these companies, we are developing new technologies for military use and adapting innovations initially designed for the civilian market, to the battlefield. #HighTech #Mafat #Defense #DefenseTech Israeli Ministry of Defense

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