8200 EEntrepreneurship &Innovation SupportProgram February 2014
8200 EEntrepreneurship & Innovation
Support Program
February 2014
The 8200 Alumni Association
www.eisp.org.il facebook.com/eisp8200
The 8200 Alumni Association aims, inter alia, to promote and encourage entrepreneurship and innovation in Israel, and is proud to launch the fourth cycle of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Support Program (8200 EISP), with the assistance and collaboration of its partners and vast alumni network.
5 intensive months lead by 8200 alumni and other professionals, all holding key positions in the hi-tech industry Sharing their knowledge Assisting in building your venture Supporting over a year and Promoting tomorrow’s
entrepreneurs and start-ups
Inbal Arieli, [email protected]
Yinon Glasner, Program [email protected]
EY IsraelWe are a large firm in Israel that provides assurance, tax, transactions and advisory services. With approximately 1,800 employees, we provide services to large corporations, multinational companies, public companies traded in Israel, the majority of Israeli companies traded in the US and in Europe, medium-sized and small companies, and most of the Israeli start-up companies. The client comes first - we understand that the client is our most important asset and therefore we offer a variety of customized solutions. The teams that accompany our clients are well acquainted with their industries and markets, enabling us to provide an array of services and solutions.
Ronen Barel [email protected] Yoram Tietz [email protected] Eli Barda [email protected]
Naschitz BrandesNaschitz Brandes is one of Israel’s largest and most prestigious full-service law firms. Not only does the firm accompany large multinational Fortune 500 corporations and most of Israel’s venture capital community, but it has also developed unique expertise in early-stage hand-holding for start-ups. With over 100 attorneys, the firm’s legal professionals, consistently recognized as leaders in their respective fields, have extensive commercial experience which allows them to deliver sound judgment on a wide range of matters necessary in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive world. Our philosophy is to combine traditional sophistication with the creativity, flexibility and openness essential for our range of young emerging companies.
Gil Brandes [email protected] Idan Lidor [email protected]
Pearl Cohen Zedek Latzer BaratzPearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz is a leading international law firm headquartered in Israel, conducting a wide array of services and activities from its offices in the US, Israel and UK. The firm offers a wide range of legal services to Israeli and international innovation-driven high-tech companies, their shareholders and investors. The firm’s areas of expertise include the drafting and prosecution of patents and trademarks; the procurement, management, licensing and enforcement of patents, trademarks, designs and copyrights; Internet law, corporate and finance, labor law, real estate and litigation related issues. Pearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz offers unique interdisciplinary services to clients in many industries, including high-tech, bio-tech and pharmaceutical companies, as well as consumer product companies.
Doron Latzer [email protected] Amir Sadeh [email protected]
Bank HapoalimThe leading bank in Israel. Established in 1921, and since then has developed a strong network of branches offering a wide array of financial and banking services for its customers. Aside from the group’s local activity, the group manages international activity through branches, representatives and subsidiaries, as well as contacts with over 2,400 banks worldwide. Bank Hapoalim is positioned for many years as a leader in its community activity. The bank invests tens of millions of shekels each year as a contribution to society. This participation represents part of its managerial approach, which determines that when an organization operates within a community and draws its employees and customers from it, as a business leader it should reinforce, lead and contribute to the advancement and improvement of the conditions for those community members.
Gili Hoch [email protected]
BRM GroupBRM Group is a private Investment Fund that was founded in 1988. The Group investment strategy brings a new model of accessibility and hands-on management involvement to its portfolio companies.BRM Group invests in the Israel-related hi-tech industry focusing on Internet, mobile and mobile infrastructure, digital media, online services and Enterprise software sectors and the medical devices sector in either seed and early stage startups, or pre-IPO private equity opportunities. BRM seek out and invest in companies with truly revolutionary potential that can become significant market players, creating long term value and offer entrepreneurs knowledge, networking and capital with best of market entrepreneur-friendly investment terms and a long-term, company-building focus.
Eran Barkat [email protected]
Hod Fleishman
Business, design and technology expert
www.dabraham.comwww.hodfleishman.com/blog
Aol IsraelAOL Inc. is a multinational mass media corporation, its headquarters located in New York City. The AOL brand is committed to continuous innovation and growth, as well as investment in brands and experiences that inform, entertain and connect the world.Aol Israel was incepted as a result of many startups that were acquired by AOL throughout the years (ICQ, Relegence, Quigo, Yedda, 5min). Aol Israel is one of the leading product development centers at AOL, mainly focuses on video, NLP and soon to become a house for uniquely positioned start-ups.
Hanan Laschover [email protected]
NextageNextage is a leading financial services company working with the hi-tech community in Israel and America. For more than a decade, the firm has been assisting companies of all sizes to optimize their financial operations. While integrating seamlessly into client companies, Nextage delivers a variety of services, from day to day accounting to long-term business strategy and financial planning, guiding and assisting startups to grow from early stage to global expansion.
Ofer Katz [email protected]
Bat Yam MunicipalityThe city of Bat Yam has been, in recent years, a greenhouse for creative ideas and transformative activities at municipal and regional public spaces. Its geographic location, the nature of its population, its demographic make-up and its size has placed her as a real alternative in the Tel Aviv region.Bat Yam has assumed a pioneering part with the foundation of the Biennale of Landscape Urbanism; it has been awarded the national award for the application of the “Bat Yam Model for Personalized Education”; it has initiated the International Street-Theatre Festival, and has won the highly esteemed 5-stars award for cleanliness.In recent years the UP - Bat-Yam Business District – has varied its activities by housing local as well as international activities, including those of promising young artists.
UP Business District Administration, Bat-Yam [email protected]
TAU RecanatiThe Faculty of Management - The Leon Recanati Graaduate School of Business Administration is Israel’s largest and most prestigious provider of business education, and ranks amongst the top institutions globally. The Faculty is a full member of the global research community; it is closely attuned to the constantly changing local and global environment and encourages international research, programs of study, and other activities. It is the only business school in Israel to be accredited by AACSB International (the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business). Many of the Faculty’s alumni occupy key positions in the Israeli economy.
Professor Moshe Zviran [email protected]
Amit ShachakUnimo
About meI started coding when I was 13 and acquired vast development and management experience. In the last 15 years I lead R&D groups and projects, from idea to production, in start-ups and global organizations. Now I feel it’s time to use my innovative thinking and market intuition, and start the entrepreneurship journey.
The VentureAn organizational platform that provides a single and intuitive interface for all communication solutions, increasing productivity, reducing complexity and better utilizing the organization’s infrastructure.
My PartnersOren Sheffy – Co-founder and CEO
The Biggest ChallengeCreate the simplest most intuitive solution that will break the current paradigms, and create the desired traction with our user base.
What I Hope to Gain from the ProgramLearn from others’ experience, and be part of a group of peers that share my challenges and dreams, and help in brainstorming, feedback and networking.
To me, Entrepreneurship is…A journey, during which great innovative ideas and strong execution capabilities present an opportunity for a real and meaningful difference.
Asaf Barkan CloudSeer
About meSoftware & information security expert and former CTO at HP Software. Over 10 years of experience in the enterprise IT space. Happily married with fourunbelievable kids.
The VentureCloudSeer provides security & risk officers the ability to keep security measures in each SaaS project at the required level, using continues threats intelligence.
My PartnersUri Ben-dor – A friend, and tech guruAmos Marom – Advisory board, mentor
The Biggest ChallengeDelivering the much needed MVP in crowded space.
What I Hope to Gain from the ProgramAbsorb and learn from creative people. Get some networking and bootstrap “how to” tools.
To me, Entrepreneurship is…The only way to make your dream refreshed.
Daniel Jaffeflux
About meI’m a senior software developer and a junior entrepreneur, fascinated by the enormous potential within the combination of ecology and technology.
The VentureWe are creating a “plug and play” system that allows people to raise high-quality organic fish & vegetables in their home, in a self-contained automated unit.
My PartnersKarin Kloosterman - Ideas AmplificatorMoti Cohen - Aquaponics
The Biggest ChallengeWe are in a relatively early stage of the venture and we are fine-tuning our models. We aim to manage a biological environment with digital measures, while trying to find the right business model.
What I Hope to Gain from the ProgramLearn about entrepreneurship, receive feedback on flux, and of course meeting and learning from other great entrepreneurs.
To me, Entrepreneurship is…Running towards the fog, hoping to find your visions there.
Elon OhevyaForetold
About meEntrepreneur, CS and MBA graduate, Father times five, Israeli, Runner, Dreamer & Doer.
The VentureBehavioral profiling, predictive analytics and context awareness.Foretold provides a disruptive approach for its users by reasoning their customers’ current context, enabling to approach them with the correct message at the correct time providing a higher CPA yield.
My PartnersTal Ben-Shalom - CTO
The Biggest ChallengeDistribution, creating an insight engine, and having our solution accepted by the market.
What I Hope to Gain from the ProgramExperience, guidance, being part of a supporting community who helps each other face the perils of starting a company.
To me, Entrepreneurship is…An addictive way of life.
Gur HarelTheGrid
About meI am an economist and a management consulting firm graduate, experienced in formulating business strategies and financial models for large businesses and public sector entities. Before starting my career, I had served in the military for 9 years.
The VentureTheGrid sets out to reinvent the way stuff is being moved around - harnessing technology and the concepts of collaborative consumption.
My PartnersYuval Niv – Co-founder and a friend - ProductNir Wiener – Co-founder and a friend - MarketingYossi Shemesh – Advisory Board
The Biggest ChallengeRecruiting brick and mortar / multi-channel retailers as grid partners. Maintaining high performance and service levels while remaining a platform.
What I Hope to Gain from the ProgramProfessional advice and feedback, valuable connections, inspiration, practice.
To me, Entrepreneurship is…Building something out of nothing, independence - for better or worse…
Isaac MizrachiShopsPicks
About meDigital marketer and brand strategist with experience working for travel businesses from Switzerland to Australia. Lecturer at Ben Gurion University. PhD in social media from Victoria University, Melbourne.
The VentureShopsPicks allows Chinese tourists to enjoy an improved shopping experience overseas by matching them with locals who are shopping experts.
My PartnersMing Song - Co-founder, market expertJonathan Meiri - Advisor
The Biggest ChallengeCustomer acquisition in two very different markets: China (for the tourists) and Western destinations (for the shopping experts).
What I Hope to Gain from the ProgramLots of tools, good advice and new friends.
To me, Entrepreneurship is…A big question mark. I’ll have a better idea when this program ends...
Keren SelaLifeGraph
About meI am 29 years old, seeking for professional and personal fulfillment. I have a B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Biomedical Engineering, Tel-Aviv University. These days I’m dedicated to turning LifeGraph’s vision into a reality.
The VentureDevelopment of smartphone based method for continuous, noninvasive monitoring and alert of mental illnesses, by understanding the patient’s behavioral patterns.
My PartnersDr. Uri Nevo - FounderAsaf Liberman - Web developer and DBAJonathan Marton, Dana Erlich, Adam Harel - Technologists
The Biggest ChallengeTo revolutionize the field of mental health by providing new technological tools for psychiatrists.
What I Hope to Gain from the ProgramTo develop our business and marketing strategies, to learn about the right combination of distribution and monetization.
To me, Entrepreneurship is…To be brave and wise, implement ideas that will make a better world.
Maital AshkenaziGeshem Genomics
About meI have a passion for plants, computers, and the combination of both. Mamram graduate, B.Sc. in Plant Sciences, and M.Sc. in Computational Genomics from the Hebrew University. I enjoy swimming, cycling and running and participated in several triathlons.
The VentureA new approach to plant breeding: mixing genomic regions of desired plant traits to brew a new plant variety.
The Biggest ChallengeValidating our computational approach by creating real plants. The success of this venture depends on the maturity of complementing synthetic biology methodologies.
What I hope to Gain from the ProgramGetting my company up and running. I’m here for the real thing: to do. Getting lots of action items, and doing them. Meeting my partners, creating a prototype and grabbing the interest of relevant customers.
To me, Entrepreneurship is…Moving out of my comfort zone to explore new territories.
Mickael NadjarCostockage
About me31 years French-Israeli, I love team work and hate constraints.
The VentureCostockage is a web marketplace, connecting individuals with unutilized space with people looking for affordable, safe storage space, close to home.
My PartnersAdam Levy Zauberman – Biz Dev (Paris)Benjamin Emsallem – CTO (Tel Aviv)
The Biggest ChallengeSimplify considerably the UX of our website, to change conversion rates dramatically, and thus make the investment in marketing profitable.
What I Hope to Gain from the ProgramComing from a different background comparing than most participants, I expect to bring and gain a lot from these differences in how to solve a problem. I expect to challenge my current beliefs on start-ups, business development, and ambition while being in the heart of the Israeli start-up ecosystem.
To me, Entrepreneurship is…An adventure to create a team that will design and execute a scalable solution to a real-life problem, while having a lot of fun!
Nadav LiebermannNI-O
About meEngineer by heart, I love to solve problems, work on new ideas and inventions. Curiosity and the desire to create drive me. Now, I want to incorporate this into creating my own successful company.
The VentureWe believe that our society’s future lies in the hands of today’s children. In order to make this future as bright as possible we need our kids to be technology literate. We design toys that will teach kids, adolescents and even adults about technology. NI-O is all about using toys to learn, make exploring fun and building society’s future.
My PartnersGeut Gonen – Co-founder & designer
The Biggest ChallengeDesign a toy that will light the fire of curiosity towards technology in kids, and make exploring an integral part of playing.
What I Hope to Gain from the ProgramI hope that the program will help me grow as an entrepreneur. I want to gain the tools and hone the skills to successfully market our products and overcome business problems.
To me, Entrepreneurship is…Having a vision and the courage to pursue it.
Nira Mayorchik ShelegWizer.me
About meThroughout my career I’ve combined both education and technology: I founded a start-up and started a school. Now, with Wizer.me, I’m finally combining my two passions. I’m a Technion graduate, Tel Aviv University graduate (with honors) and a proud mom of two.
The VentureWizer.me is all about empowering teachers. We help teachers to easily and quickly create, buy or sell gorgeous, interactive worksheets and easily customize them to their class’s needs.
My PartnersShira Sarid-Hausirer – Co-founder and a friend
The Biggest ChallengeIn order to transform the way teachers utilize paper worksheets today, Wizer.me will have to provide a truly simple platform with exceptional experience to both the teacher and the student.
What I Hope to Gain from the ProgramLearn from the best on product and marketing. Listen, discuss and develop new and exciting ideas.
To me, Entrepreneurship is…It’s my way of life.
Noam DayanTing.me
About meMore than 16 years of international experience in the High-Tech industry in different development and management roles. Always curious about learning new things and passionate about technology. B.A. in CS and a father of 2.
The VentureTing.me is a personalized app advisor that matches users with great apps according to their own personal needs at the right place, at the right time.
My PartnersNir Zohar – Co-founder, Product
The Biggest ChallengeGaining market share as the solution is in a highly competitive market.
What I Hope to Gain from the ProgramNetworking, mentorship and advice from industry leaders and likeminded entrepreneurs, which will take Ting.me to the next level.
To me, Entrepreneurship is…Experiment .Learn .Fail .Repeat. Try again with the same spirit until you succeed.
Ron SokolovskyIMMERSIX
About meDriven to create great products that make an impact. Fascinated with sensors, estimation theory and system design.
The VentureWith integration to sensors and game engines, Immersix brings virtual reality gaming to every TV.
My PartnersIdo Schwartzman - Software and simulationsSaar Wilf – Chairman
The Biggest ChallengeKickstarting the ecosystem, and solving the egg and chicken problem: Game studios want to develop games for existing platforms, and platforms need games to be attractive.
What I Hope to Gain from the ProgramLearn from the experience of others, and master critical entrepreneurial skills.
To me, Entrepreneurship is…Creating something from nothing.
Shimrit Perkol-FinkelECOncrete® Tech LTD
About meI am the co-founder and CEO of ECOncrete® Tech LTD. I have a PhD in Marine Ecology and have explored the underwater world in over 20 countries. I am an expert in juggling work and family life, and generally do my best to live life to the fullest.
The VentureECOncrete® provides constructive innovative concrete products that enhance the ecological value of coastal and marine infrastructure like breakwaters and seawalls, while increasing their durability and longevity.
My PartnersIdo Sella - co-founder, CTO, a polymath
The Biggest ChallengeCreating a new market segment of “Blue-Tech”, educating users and stakeholders with respect to the essential need in the technologies that we provide, and efficiently breaking into the market with our line of products.
What I Hope to Gain from the ProgramStrengthen my business expertise, make significant new connections with colleagues and potential investors, and broaden my horizons.
To me, Entrepreneurship is…Transforming a vision into reality.
Simon AdarAlgoSharing
About meElectrical engineer (Technion), PhD and EMBA (Tel Aviv University), PhD Internship in Yale. Algorithms enthusiastic and 8200 veteran, Triathlete and former competitive swimmer.
The Venture“We’re living in a world designed for and increasingly controlled by - algorithms” - Kevin Slavin (MIT). AlgoSharing is the App Store for algorithms, it is a web based interface to share or sell algorithms and run them in the cloud using as much computing power as needed.
My PartnersGuy Schwartz – CTOProf Eyal Ben-Dor – Scientific relations
The Biggest ChallengeBecome the number one choice for scientists and engineers to share, search and run algorithms in all fields.
What I Hope to Gain from the ProgramJoining a council of bright people.
To me, Entrepreneurship is…Fixing what is wrong, inventing what is missing, simplifying what is inefficient.
Tomer Treves Adnimation
About meI’m an entrepreneur and a social activist, combining business innovation with involvement in the community. I was raised in Jerusalem, matured in Tel Aviv and live right in the middle between them with my family.
The VentureAdnimation is an online and mobile ad network that combines animated clips with standard ads. Adnimation’s rich media ad units incorporate engaging animated cartoon characters that capture the attention of a consumer before delivering an advertiser’s message.
The Biggest ChallengeThe motivation for creating Adnimation is the lack of clicks in a multi-billion dollar market. Adnimation’s biggest challenge is acquiring a large number of publishers fast and then leveraging the market share into cooperation with existing ad networks.
What I Hope to Gain from the ProgramAs a single entrepreneur, I hope to connect with a network of entrepreneurs and professionals that would join me in this exciting journey, and create together a supportive community in which we can all help each other.
To me, Entrepreneurship is…I wish to make Israel a better home for my children to grow and live in. To me entrepreneurship is part of this greater mission.
Yaron RashiPenetRay Communications
About meI’m 43 years old. I have 20 years of experience in development and marketing of wireless and wire-line communication systems. Served in the technology unit of the IDF intelligence corps. Technologist, Leader, Entrepreneur.
The VentureWe provide gigabit links between trains and ground networks by means of millimeter wave wireless technology. This enables on-train high speed WiFi for all passengers concurrently.
My PartnersGilad Kirshenboim - Communication systems, Business development Eli Ponte - Communication systems
The Biggest ChallengeFinding the right business model: become a component provider or a system provider. Finding the model that will maximize ROI, maintain advantage over competition, and have a viable marketing angle.
What I Hope to Gain from the ProgramHelp me go through pre-seed phase. Including business model, business case, funding, interactions with potential customers and partners.
To me, entrepreneurship is…Innovation, Partnership, Independence, Self realization.
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