Mamram Startup Studio

"We grew crooked. Hiring 9 people in a week? Ordering a beanbag room in the 2021 bubble? they were all mistakes. None of them were part of Arbox's DNA?? Ran Lev gave us a closer look at his 10 year rollercoaster, starting at 25 and building an empire with a product we all use today. Our Seed Baby Sharks didn’t hold back, biting hard questions (We warned him that sometimes they bite ??) Itay Barak, Co-founder & CEO of Syntero, led a hands-on workshop on market analysis, customer pain points, and real startup survival tactics. In the seeds program, we believe that theory must meet practice. It's the only way to grow. Huge thanks to our amazing partners - lool ventures for hosting us ?? Mazal Tov on your new place ?? don’t forget to make us a copy of the new key ?? ?? Mamram Alumni Association - Yossi Melamed, Ishay Gavriel, Ehud Naos, Yanir Frumkin ???| Google Cloud - Janina Lax, Maayan Ronen, Elroy Mizrachi | Team8 - Ori Barzilay | lool ventures - Yaniv Golan, Avichay Nissenbaum | Pearl Cohen - Doron Latzer, Guy Lachmann, Hili Rashkovan | Next October - Izhar Shay.

Raise the funds before the runway’s done. Fundraising is a fuel, it's an art, and it's learnable and trainable. This week, Class 2 of the Mamram Seeds Program had its kickoff session on the art of fundraising. We explored what investors look for when evaluating a startup and its team, how the process works behind the scenes, and the common mistakes founders make in the ecosystem. Shoutout to Guy Katsovich, Founder of Fusion VC, for bridging the gap between VCs and early-stage founders, and breaking down the crucial steps every founder must take before diving into a fundraising round?? And Guy Lachmann, Senior Partner at Pearl Cohen, reminded us why signing contracts without reading them is a very bad idea (shocking, right?)?? Big thanks to Pearl Cohen for making this session happen! Now, who’s ready to raise millions and still afford coffee? ??? Mamram Alumni Association - Yossi Melamed, Ishay Gavriel, Ehud Naos, Yanir Frumkin ???| Google Cloud - Janina Lax, Elroy Mizrachi | Team8 - Ori Barzilay | lool ventures - Yaniv Golan | Pearl Cohen - Doron Latzer, Guy Lachmann, Hili Rashkovan | Next October

Early-stage startup founders- have you ever jumped on a customer validation call? You think your solution is great. It'll help them. But is that the real question? ?? In our last Mamram Seeds Session, we tackled one of the biggest challenges every founder faces: validating the problem, not just the idea, and, just as importantly, what it takes to reach those first-paying customers. Thank you to Uri Gafni, Co-Founder & CPO/COO at Brandlight, who shared game-changing insights on maximizing customer validation calls. From mastering The Mom Test to avoiding common pitfalls, Uri showed us how to extract honest, actionable feedback that moves startups forward. Fantastic, we now know how to run validation calls. But how do we get them? What does it take to reach the right people, engage them, and—more importantly, turn them into paying customers without spending a dollar? ?? That’s where Dor Vardi, Co-Founder of Samplead, stepped in. He broke down powerful, no-cost strategies for reaching and converting potential customers. There are no ads or marketing budgets—just smart, creative, and effective outreach. It’s not magic—it's hard work. But when done right, the results speak for themselves. A massive thank you to monday.com for hosting us in their inspiring space. You made this session feel like home, from the stunning venue to the warm hospitality. ?? ?? Heads-up -you might hear from one of our participants soon. And here’s a little secret... it’ll feel like just another regular conversation. ?? Mamram Alumni Association - Yossi Melamed, Ishay Gavriel, Ehud Naos, Yanir Frumkin ???| Google Cloud - Maayan Ronen, Elroy Mizrachi | Team8 - Ori Barzilay | lool ventures - Yaniv Golan | Pearl Cohen - Doron Latzer, Guy Lachmann, Hili Rashkovan | Next October

Are you ready to take your first step to acceleration? Big ideas, bold moves, and no limits! Mamram Startup Studio is here to help you make it happen.? Mamram Startup Studio is the acceleration platform for Israeli startups, powered by the Mamram Alumni Association. Whether you're just getting started or looking to scale fast, we've got the program for you. Which path will you take? ?? Mamram Seeds: Got the skills, the drive, and the dream? This program is for combat and Mamram veterans ready to turn big ideas into big opportunities. ?? Mamram Space Accelerator: Early-stage startup? We'll help you expand, connect, and grow, just like the $120M raised by our alumni. ?? Mamram 4 Founders: Are you a Series A CTO looking to level up? Masterclasses, networking, and mentorship are waiting for you. ?? Mamram Growth: Scaling fast? This program is built to support Series A+ and Series B startups with rapid scaling, market expansion, and tailored strategies. ?? Mamram Blockchain Incubator: Got a vision for Web3 or blockchain? Let’s make it a reality. The future of Israeli innovation is waiting! Are you ready to build it with us? ??

Startup founders on magazine covers, Unicorns featured in The Marker - looks fun and easy, right? ?? Last night, we returned to Pearl Cohen for another session tackling every entrepreneur's real challenges. A big thanks to Guy Lachmann, Senior Partner at Pearl Cohen, picked up where he left off in the last session, diving deep into the biggest mistakes startups make in their early days. He emphasized the critical importance of a founders' agreement, without it, you're setting yourself up for trouble. ?? ? Shoutout to Idan Wiener, Co-Founder & CEO at Illustria, shared his journey, building a startup, managing risks, and making tough decisions. Idan's candid insights shed light on the realities of entrepreneurship and the choices that shape the road ahead. ?? A huge thank you to Pearl Cohen Cohen for hosting us again and for the continued support throughout this journey. So, it's not always smooth sailing, but that's precisely why we're here, and we will keep moving forward. Mamram Alumni Association - Yossi Melamed, Ishay Gavriel, Ehud Naos, Yanir Frumkin ???| Google Cloud - Maayan Ronen, Elroy Mizrachi | Team8 - Ori Barzilay | lool ventures - Yaniv Golan | Pearl Cohen - Doron Latzer, Guy Lachmann, Hili Rashkovan | Next October

Congratulations to Ofri Touboul-Cohen & Yuval Dano from WhiteBox for winning first place at the Mamram Seeds Pitch Night! ?? WhiteBox is a SaaS platform for analyzing, managing, and proactively optimizing brand visibility on ChatGPT. At our program, participants don’t just talk about ideas; they work on real solutions, launch companies, and bring innovation to life. This isn’t just a pitch night - it’s about real work and shaping their future! ?? ?? A huge thank you to Team8 for the amazing hosting and incredible support for the program and participants. Thank you to the judges Doron Latzer , Gal Zabib, Hillik Nissani, Yaniv Golan, Ori Barzilay, Ben Carmi, Asaf Anolik, & Yaniv Yaakubovich for their professional work. And, of course, a massive shoutout to all the participants who proved that hard work and brilliant ideas paid off. This is just the beginning!! See you at the next events?? Mamram Alumni Association - Yossi Melamed, Ishay Gavriel, Ehud Naos, Yanir Frumkin ???| Google Cloud - Maayan Ronen, Elroy Mizrachi | Team8 - Ori Barzilay | lool ventures - Yaniv Golan | Pearl Cohen - Doron Latzer, Guy Lachmann, Hili Rashkovan | Next October

What's the secret to building a product that truly delivers value? ?? Last night, we dove deep into this question during a hands-on Lean Product for Startups workshop, where we explored the critical elements of creating a lean, effective product.?? ?? Shoutout to Yaniv Yaakubovich for sharing his expertise and guiding us through the process, focusing on: - Developing a deep understanding of future customers and their needs. - Conducting thorough market analysis to identify opportunities and challenges. - Designing experiment plans to test hypotheses and gather insights. This wasn't just a lecture- it was a workshop packed with practical tools and strategies that left us better equipped to make data-driven decisions and prioritize what matters. ?? A special thanks to HoneyBook for graciously hosting us and providing a welcoming space for this session. We're closer than ever. No excuses remain- just the final refinements ahead of our first Pitch Night, which will be hosted at Team8's offices. Stay tuned. ?? Mamram Alumni Association - Yossi Melamed, Ishay Gavriel, Ehud Naos, Yanir Frumkin ???| Google Cloud - Maayan Ronen, ?Elroy Mizrachi | Team8 - Ori Barzilay | lool ventures - Yaniv Golan | Pearl Cohen - Doron Latzer, Guy Lachmann, Hili Rashkovan | Next October

"Startup Mistakes and Perfect Pitch Decks: What We Learned This Week!" ?? How do you avoid costly mistakes as an early-stage startup? And what makes a pitch deck stand out to investors? We delved deep into these questions this week in yet another impactful program session. ?? ? Guy Lachmann, Partner at Pearl Cohen, shared invaluable lessons on sidestep the typical traps startups face. From structuring your company the right way to steering clear of legal roadblocks, Guy's advice is a game-changer for founders who want to save time, money, and sleepless nights. ?? Natalie Y. elevated our pitching game, guiding us through creating a perfect pitch deck. From crafting a clear slide structure to choosing the right fonts and visuals, Natalie's session gave us a practical framework for building presentations that investors can't ignore. ?? A huge thank you to Pearl Cohen for hosting us so warmly and for their unwavering support of our program. Mamram Alumni Association - Yossi Melamed, Ishay Gavriel, Ehud Naos, Yanir Frumkin ???| Google Cloud - Elroy Mizrachi | Team8 - Ori Barzilay | lool ventures - Yaniv Golan | Pearl Cohen - Doron Latzer, Guy Lachmann, Hili Rashkovan | Next October

Venture Capital, Legal-Tech and Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain… ?? Ever wondered what connects them all? We didn't either - at least not until we reached our second field day! With the spirit of Hanukkah guiding us, we set out to shine a light and uncover more tech industries that exist beyond the familiar mainstream. ?? Here's a minor spoiler: we didn't come to listen to a podcast, nod, and move on. ?? We came to ask the hard questions, dive deep into the challenges, unlock potential, and discover new opportunities. ?? A huge thank you to Eylon Aviv, partner at Collider, for an eye-opening introduction to the Blockchain industry (or, as it's known, Web3). Eylon broke down the complexity of this field and analyzed the dynamics of venture capital in the space, fundraising processes, and its immense potential. ?? A special thanks to Shay Antebi, CPO at Darrow AI, who clearly outlined the challenges and opportunities of combining Artificial Intelligence with the traditional and conservative world of law. Shay's insights covered critical topics for early-stage entrepreneurs, including the differences between discovery and validation and practical tools for moving forward. ? Armed with new insights, our groups are now focused on their primary mission: deepening their market research and refining the problem definition. What began as introductions and evolved into partnerships is now progressing to the next stage. Less than a month remains until our Pitch Night! Stay tuned. ?? Mamram Alumni Association - Yossi Melamed, Ishay Gavriel, Ehud Naos, Yanir Frumkin ???| Google Cloud - Naama Yanko, Elroy Mizrachi | Team8 - Ori Barzilay | lool ventures - Yaniv Golan | Pearl Cohen - Doron Latzer, Guy Lachmann, Hili Rashkovan | Next October

What does it take to stand out in the eyes of an early-stage VC? ?? Is it the market? The product? Or maybe the team? Last night, we stepped into the shoes of an early-stage VC and saw the world from their perspective. We understood what investors look for but gained more profound insights into the mindset, challenges, and decisions that drive early-stage investments. Our teams started the evening with market research presentations, diving deep into domains that inspire them and flexing their research muscles for the first time. ?? Shoutout to Yaniv Golan, General Partner at lool ventures, for an eye-opening session on the VC business. Yaniv explained how VCs evaluate markets, calculate risks, and identify startups with real potential. ?? A huge thank you to lool ventures for hosting us, sharing invaluable insights, and supporting the program. A special thank you to Maria Osipov, Operations Manager at Lool, for ensuring everything ran smoothly and creating such a warm, welcoming atmosphere. And here's the kicker: our teams are officially formed. They're rolling up their sleeves, laying the groundwork for their startups, and the countdown to Pitch Night begins. Just one month to go. ? The journey keeps pushing us forward. ?? Mamram Alumni Association - Yossi Melamed, Ishay Gavriel, Ehud Naos, Yanir Frumkin ???| Google Cloud - Naama Yanko, Elroy Mizrachi | Team8 - Ori Barzilay | lool ventures - Yaniv Golan | Pearl Cohen - Doron Latzer, Guy Lachmann, Hili Rashkovan | Next October