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The 2024 report by IVC Data and Insights, Gornitzky GNY, and KPMG Israel is out - and once again weve been named Israel’s most active #VC for first-time deals, marking the third year in a row ?? We’re not slowing down. We keep #investing, backing bold founders from day one, and supporting them when it matters most. You bring the idea - we’ll bring the check.

#Unicorns are real, and investors make them happen. But getting there takes more than just a great idea. Here are some key takeaways from Finding the Next Unicorn, our live panel with top early-stage investors, co-hosted by Or Azulay and Pearl Cohen: ??Investors aren’t just a checkbook - they’re partners. Build a real relationship. ??Founder-market fit matters, but teams need to be holistic and know how to sell. ??Israeli cyber startups have an easier path to funding, but AI-driven professional services are on the rise. ??VCs bring more than money. Their knowledge can help you navigate roadblocks and scale smartly. This packed discussion, moderated by Guy Lachmann, featured Gliksman (5 Eyes), Renana Ashkenazi (Grove Ventures), and Nofar Amikam (Glilot Capital Partners) - four of Israel’s top investors shared what it really takes to build billion-dollar success. This was just the first in a special series of meetups for early-stage startups. Next up: March 16th, and spots are filling fast. Sign up - link in the comments below. A huge thanks to everyone who joined us and Or Azulay making turkey sounds (IYKYK) ?? Guy Katsovich | Yair Vardi | Amit Shechter ?? Tali Talmid Flax

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"This is an amazing time - the best time to be an entrepreneur" This morning, as part of the 'From Pitch To Funding' meetup with our friends at GUTS - Harel Innovation hub and Dinners Talk, over 160 founders at various stages and investors gathered for an open discussion about what investors are looking for this year, the trends we’re seeing, and how to move forward. Key Insights & Tips from the Investor Panel: ? "If you're a second-timer, investors can bet on your team even if you come with nothing", Julian Gidron ? Opportunities in Today’s Era: The AI revolution is transforming the platforms we know - websites and any traffic-based models are set for major disruption. ? Mapping the Startup Landscape: Eran Savir "While cybersecurity remains a clear strength for us, Israel is evolving into a digital nation". We’re also witnessing a rise in startups across climate, agriculture, defense, and vertical AI. ? The Team is Everything: Yael Alroy emphasized that when products and technology become commodities, execution and a resilient, adaptable team become essential - your team is ultimately your most valuable asset. ? Communicate Clearly & Set Expectations with Investors: Amit Gilon added that investors expect solid data and practical feasibility - not just a plan on paper (unless you’re a second-timer). Their advice is to reach out early, even if you’re still developing your idea, to build a relationship based on clear expectations. After the panel, we had a fireside chat between Liad Agmon and Gal Barzilay. Liad’s top tips included: 1??“To secure investment, come with a solution that makes a radical change or delivers radical value. Investors meet you for one reason - to see if they can profit from your venture.” 2??Investors look for signs like charisma, expertise, and passion, along with founders who are true subject matter experts - those who have faced a problem themselves and built a solution. 3??Get to the point quickly in meetings. If you have paying customers or work with big industry names, highlight that immediately to make a strong first impression. A big thank you to Idan Tamir, Dekel Yakobovich????, our speakers, panelists, and everyone who attended, participated, and asked questions. See you at the next meetup (very soon??) Guy Katsovich | Yair Vardi | Amit Shechter | Precede Technologies | Savyon Ventures | Stardom Ventures | Insight Partners | Genesis Accelerator ??Sharon Pearl

From Vision to Impact: Click to read Batch #15 week #2 highlights ?? Guy Katsovich | Yair Vardi | Amit Shechter | Gaby Kaminsky | Adi Hoorvitch Lavi, PhD | Nadav Kemper | Aviram Roisman | Ittay Hayut | Yotam Tzuker | Daniel Abramovich | Tom Binder l Team Me | Hoopo | Poalim Tech | The Real Cereal Company | Keren Sahar Smadja | Ofer Elovich | Carmel Ben Zur | Noam Rotem | ????Or Sofer-Mor | Yonatan Elul | Roy Rosinnes | Shlomo Gilead | Pearl Cohen | Ori Behar

Big win for Hoopo! Ittay Hayut | Ilan Lozovsky Ph.D. | Menachem Tipris | Erez Aviv Guy Katsovich | Yair Vardi | Amit Shechter

Things getting cereal with batch 15 - this week they got the opportunity to meet Daniel Abramovich. Daniel Abramovich, co-founder of Fusion’s portfolio company, The Real Cereal Company, traveled from the United States to connect with the new founders and share their journey. Tom Binder It all started with one clear goal: creating the world’s healthiest cereal without compromising taste. The pitch? Let’s say they had us at no GMO. First check in hand, they went from selling in local boutiques to landing on the shelves of 1,200+ major retailers across the U.S., building a massive distribution center in California, and lighting up Times Square billboards with their brand. Batch #15 founders got to ask them all the big questions - from nailing the pitch to scaling smart. We truly appreciate your visit, Daniel! Keep rocking ?? Guy Katsovich | Yair Vardi | Amit Shechter | Keren Sahar Smadja | Ofer Elovich | Carmel Ben Zur | Noam Rotem | ????Or Sofer-Mor | Yonatan Elul | Roy Rosinnes | Shlomo Gilead | Pearl Cohen | Ori Behar

Most startups will fail - the question is whether they fail for the right reasons. Today, we had the pleasure of having Gaby Kaminsky lead an insightful 3 hours session for our Batch 15 founders, sharing The Lean Startup Canvas and how to refine their approach using The Mom Test to validate ideas faster and smarter. Here’s how founders can refine their business model validation: 1?? Define your Unique Value Proposition: Why should customers choose your solution? What makes it stand out compared to competitors? 2?? Ask better questions: Skip the pitch and focus on past behavior: How did you solve this problem last time?” 3?? Know your unfair advantage: What sets you apart? Patents, industry experience, a unique team - anything that creates a real barrier for competitors. 4?? Identify real pain points: Your ICP isn’t just a company - it’s the specific person who experiences the problem daily. 5?? Iterate continuously: A strong business model isn’t built overnight. Adjust your value proposition, pricing, and channels based on real feedback. The best founders don’t just build - they validate, refine, and adapt. Thank you once again, Gaby! as always ?? Guy Katsovich | Yair Vardi | Amit Shechter | Keren Sahar Smadja | Ofer Elovich | Carmel Ben Zur | Noam Rotem | ??Or Sofer-Mor | Yonatan Elul | Roy Rosinnes | Shlomo Gilead | Pearl Cohen