March Madness

Welcome to?The Israeli Startup Review, a curated newsletter where I share insights from thought leaders, news, and opportunities around Israel's tech ecosystem. Every other week you’ll receive timely analysis from off-the-beaten-path, perspectives from the ecosystem, and selected opportunities to further engage with Israel, the Startup Nation.

Welcome back to the Israeli Startup Review. It's a crazy time in the world right now... but I will leave my political musings for another outlet. Stay safe out there.

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Top Q1 Tech/Business Headlines from the Startup Nation:

Arab-Israelis, ultra-Orthodox, Palestinians shape future of Israeli tech: Working towards a positive future.

Israel appoints new cyber czar – here are the challenges he faces: Big shoes to fill.

Israeli tech sector is strong but ‘areas of vulnerability’ pose challenges: Rising to the ongoing challenges.

Israeli Tech VC: ‘Silicon Valley Is a State of Mind More Than a Physical Place’: As is the Startup Nation.

Why are Israeli hi-tech companies bracing for conflict in Ukraine? This is very concerning.

A bit silly, but informative infographic by the Israeli Innovation Office.

inTulsa:?inTulsa?connects great companies to great people with the mission to grow Tulsa’s community. Leverage the Tulsa community of companies and leaders to further build your career in Tulsa. The Talent Network works to get you connected with Tulsa companies, and provides you direct support from the inTulsa Talent team. Openings here.

TechAviv:?Want to work at one of the best Israeli startups in the world? 200?TechAviv?member startups have 9,000 open jobs. Check it out and tell a talented friend who might be looking?here.

Cymotive: Lots of great jobs in a truly fun company that enables you to make your mark in the future of smart mobility. Notice the jobs also in their Northern office. Apply here.

Hub Security: Senior Product Marketing Manager. They recently launched their new design and brand, it really makes them shine! They have amazing products and the marketing team actually has a secret sauce. They're looking for a Senior Product Marketing Manager to join the team and help them make the sauce even better! Apply here.

The Builders:?They’re hiring! A really exciting opportunity to join their awesome team as a Program Director. They’re looking for a true builder to lead one of their unique Commercialization Programs. You will be responsible for fostering relationships between major global corporations and startups. Interested? They partnered with?Unboxable?to give you a real feeling of the role, tell you more about them and see if we are meant to be. Click here, no cv needed?here.

BridgerPay:?Their Marketing Department is growing incredibly fast and they are calling on amazing professionals for some exciting new roles! If you are an out of the box thinker, and you want to be part of an amazing team in a growing, well-established SaaS company, apply today! The following positions are currently open:

-PPC Manager

-Video and Motion Design Specialist

-Brand Presenter

-Graphic Designer

Their goal is to change digital payments forever. Be part of the change!?BridgerPay. All positions are Cyprus based. They are offering a relocation package and many other benefits! You can find more information and apply?here.

Cybord:?Data Science Specialist. Cybord's software solutions monitor placements on SMT lines in real time and eliminates use of nonconforming electronic components during product assembly, while arming OEMs and EMSs with a new level of visibility and traceability.?Apply here.

Griiip:?Sales Manager. Griiip is?pioneering a new way to experience Motorsport by developing an array of solutions - from innovative real-time graphics and insights, gamification elements, and creation of fan communities, all the way to live driver monitoring, feedback, and debriefing systems.?Apply here.

Forter:?The only fraud prevention platform, powered by the largest network of online retailers, that knows which customers to trust, in real-time, every time. LinkedIn-land, they're looking to find the next Product star. If you're looking for new opportunities check them out?here.

Media Search Analyst in Israel:?Live in Israel? Looking to work comfortable hours from home? Telus International is hiring a Media Search Analyst to analyze app store content. To learn more & apply,?click here.

Oktopost:?Vice President of Customer Success. They're looking for an experienced customer success leader to lead their global customer success team. As the VP of Customer Success, you will need a go-get-it-done mindset, are excited by the idea of quickly scaling globally, and thrive in a bold, fast-moving, transparent, values-driven leadership team and company while driving both customer and company success.?Apply here.

?Payoneer:?Social Media Manager. Passionate about unforgettable brand stories? Cannot stop thinking about improving engagement and excitement for your community? Obsessed with all things social? Looking for a highly creative and talented Social Media Manager expert in bringing brand strategies and stories to life to join them at?Payoneer's Marketing Team.?Apply here.

TikTok:?Industry Relations Manager, Israel. TikTok for Business is looking for an experienced marketer to be focused on identifying, developing and managing opportunities and strategic projects with industry associations; finding opportunities for TikTok to proactively engage, while bringing thought leadership and insights back into the company to help guide our strategy. You will manage projects related to strengthening their perception and positioning within the industry, working with cross-functional teams to execute their strategy as a B2B Marketing growth hacker.?Apply here.

Welltech Ventures:?Welltech Ventures is seeking a talented graphic designer and administrative assistant (replacement for maternity leave), who will be in-charge of maintaining their website (Wix), create images for FB and LinkedIn posts, designing presentations and other marketing materials, scheduling meetings and more. Visit their Career page to see further details?here.

US?healthcare?market Boot Camp 2022:?Join the California Israel Chamber of Commerce (CICC) program that will feature experienced?entrepreneurs, industry insiders,?investors, doctors and strategists and learn from the best. In this intensive program you'll (VIRTUALLY) participate in 8 fundamentals sessions, a workshop & a demo day. February 24 to March 10, 2022 from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.?Register here.

AI Driven Women HealthTech Innovation by Disruptive Israeli Companies:?In 2019, the Women HealthTech industry — software and technology companies addressing women’s biological needs — generated over $800 million in global revenue and received close to $600 million in venture capital investment, while women spend an estimated $500 billion a year on medical expenses, according to PitchBook. When:?Tuesday, March 1st @ 11:30 am ET.?Register here.

FinTech-Aviv Annual Summit 2022: FinTech-Aviv's Annual Summit brings together Startups, Investors and Corporations, seeking quality content, networking, and ground breaking FinTech innovations as part of the FinTech Week in Tel-Aviv! Join them for the BIGGEST FINTECH CELEBRATION OF THE YEAR - WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9th, 10am (IST). Register here.

Israeli Blockchain and Web 3.0 Regulation Conference ??????? ??????? ?????:?The event is held with the Israeli bitcoin association. Join their gathering to discuss blockchain and crypto regulations challenges in Israel. The event will be held in Tel Aviv with Knesset members, representatives from regulation departments, lawyers, CPAs and tech companies. Thu, March 10, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM IS. Check out the?first speakers?and more to come.?Contact them?to join themas a speaker or sponsor.?Tickets are available today!

INVITATION: Night at the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra & Wine Reception:?Tel Aviv Arts Council,?presents a very special evening: The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra Full Concert + Private wine reception exclusive for our young patrons of the arts mingling with members of the orchestra, so that’s cool. Sun, Mar 20, 8:00 PM IST. Charles Bronfman Auditorium, 1 Huberman Street. Heichal HaTarbut // HaBima Square. Tel Aviv-Yafo.?Register here.

Invitation: NJ-Israel Real Estate Program with Rutgers & Tel Aviv Universities: Registration for: Recent Fiscal and Monetary Policies and Implications for US and Israeli Real Estate Markets. Thursday March 24th, 9:00 AM EST. Register here.

Axis Tel Aviv 2022: Startups. Investors. Connected:?Axis Tel Aviv is Axis Innovation’s flagship innovation conference and is returning as an in-person event. Organized for the past 8 years and recognized as one of Israel’s most effective startup events for dealmaking, Axis Tel Aviv is a unique opportunity to meet, learn, and network with global investors and corporations and leading Israeli tech startups. Tue, March 29, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM IDT. Peres Center for Peace and Innovation, 132 Kedem Street, Tel Aviv-Yafo.?Register here.

NEXUS:ISRAEL 2022 VIRTUAL SUMMIT:?The NEXUS:ISRAEL 2022 conference brings together thought leaders and the most innovative thinkers from across the United States, Israel, Europe, and Asia — with a special focus on sustainability — whose ideas and influence have the capacity for real change.?Centered around the latest innovations and investment dynamics across key industries and technology trends, especially related to our collective sustainable future, the program will deliver fresh insights and a behind-the-curtain peek into Food Systems & Food Security, Health & Wellness, Climate & the Environment, ESG, Web 3.0, and more. March 30th.?Register here.

ScaleUp:?Hear from the foremost AI?thinkers, doers, users, and?investors to?navigate your?path to?growth. THE FUTURE OF?AI IS?NOW. 2 days to transform your?AI strategy into?commercial reality. APRIL 6 – 7. 11 AM – 3 PM EDT. NEW YORK?|?VIRTUAL 25% off with code: CALC25.?Register here.

Tel Aviv Yom HaShoah Community Ceremony & in-English Survivor Testimony: Join them as one unified community as they hear live from Holocaust Survivor Gidon Lev about his incredible story. Let's also get inspired together by a special Yom HaShoah candle lighting in memory of our six million lost and say Kaddish. Ichud Olam, 86 Ben Yehuda Street. Tel Aviv. Wed, April 27, 7:30 PM IDT. Register here.

Israel Crypto conference May edition - Save the date!:?They are happy to announce the Israel Crypto Conference in Tel Aviv. After the sold-out conference in?December 2021, the Israel Crypto Conference will be held on?May 23rd, 24th, and 25th! The event will begin virtually on May 23rd. They will meet with international partners that will join them to network and view video content. Who will be there? Everyone from young startups to established companies in the Crypto community. Mon, May 23, 2022, 8:00 AM – Wed, May 25, 2022, 4:00 PM IDT. ??? ????? ?????? - ZOA House TLV 1 Daniel Frisch Street, Tel Aviv-Yafo.?Register here.

BSidesTLV 2022 - Save The Date: Join them for the best security research community event in Israel, taking place in person and live streamed online! Their event will take place according to all Covid19 regulations and requirements. Tel Aviv University, Smolartz auditorium, Israel. Thursday, June 30. Register here.

Zer01ne:?Open Call for Israeli Tech!! Come work with Hyundai.?Zer01ne?is?Hyundai Motor Group’s Open Innovation Program. There are over 20 challenges from different business units, and if your company or startup has the right offering you may apply. If selected, you will meet with the BU and define a proof-of-concept project together. The sky is the limit - they have examples of startups that we invested in and even one that is now in mass production with Hyundai!?Apply here.

Jonathan 'Yoni' Frenkel?has been involved in the US-Israeli tech community for many years, mentoring startups on marketing, hosting events connecting investors with startups, and publishing on the topics of tech and venture regularly. Professionally, he is a content strategist and founder of?YKC Media, an agency which works with VCs, corporates, and startups in building thought leadership, and advising on content marketing strategies focused on engaging a US audience.?He can be reached on LinkedIn here.