Eyal Gafni shares his journey from a strategic advisor and FinTech startup founder to leading the innovative digital bank One Zero. In this episode, he discusses how AI and technology are revolutionizing banking by providing personalized financial advice and improving customer experiences. Learn about the challenges and opportunities in creating a new kind of digital bank that integrates cutting-edge technology with a human touch, offering consumers smarter, more efficient ways to manage their f...
May 27, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 1096
Sagive Greenspan, CEO of Priority Software, shares his journey from developer to tech leader, discussing the intersection of business, technology, and customer needs. Discover how Priority Software's innovative ERP solutions empower companies across various industries to adapt quickly and efficiently in an ever-changing digital landscape.
May 24, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 1094
Boaz Noy shares his journey from finance to food tech, leading NextFerm in pioneering yeast-based proteins. He delves into the critical challenges of creating tasty and nutritious vegan alternatives, highlighting the importance of sustainability, animal welfare, and health. Discover how NextFerm is revolutionizing the food industry by providing high-quality, neutral-tasting proteins that can seamlessly integrate into various products, offering a promising future for alternative proteins.
May 23, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 1093
Benny Shlesinger, VP of Cyber Technologies at At-Bay, delves into the evolving landscape of cyber insurance. He discusses the unique challenges of quantifying cybersecurity risks for SMBs and shares his journey from a young programmer to a leader in the field. Discover how At-Bay balances innovation with practical risk management.
May 22, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 1092
Chandini Jain shares her unconventional journey from finance to founding Awkwon, tackling the overwhelming influx of data in financial services. Discover how her company transforms noise into knowledge using AI, enhancing decision-making and building trust in an ever-evolving industry.
May 21, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 1091
In this episode of 20 Minute Leaders, we delve into the world of deep tech in digital health with Talor Sax, a seasoned entrepreneur turned investor. Talor shares his unique journey from founding a startup during the dot-com boom to navigating the intricate landscape of health tech. Discover the challenges and opportunities in developing medical devices and digital therapeutics, and learn how Health Ventures is pioneering advancements that bring healthcare into our homes. Talor's insights on the...
May 20, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 1059
Michael Shaulov delves into the transformative power of blockchain technology in the financial sector. He shares insights from his journey in cybersecurity to leading Fireblocks, tackling challenges in digital asset security and compliance, and envisioning a future where financial transactions are seamless, secure, and accessible worldwide.
May 19, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 1089
Naama Ore, CEO of SparkIL, discusses the impact of their peer-to-peer lending platform on Israel's small business landscape and Jewish engagement. SparkIL provides fair credit solutions and fosters community connections.
May 16, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 1088
Gautam Prem Jain, co-founder of GoComet, shares his entrepreneurial evolution from dropshipping ventures to revolutionizing the logistics industry. Discover how he leverages AI to enhance global trade transparency and efficiency, transforming the invisible into the indispensable. This episode explores the journey of turning complex challenges into groundbreaking opportunities in international logistics.
May 13, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 1087
In this episode, Bobby Gilbert shares insights from his transformational journey from elite military intelligence to spearheading AI innovations in cybersecurity. Explore how his experience shapes cutting-edge technology strategies, tackling both opportunities and challenges to secure the digital future.
May 12, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 1086
Moti Elkaim, a former CMO turned storytelling advocate, delves into the critical role of narrative in investor pitching. Drawing on his journey from tech marketing to launching his agency, he shares insights on how to connect with investors, balance vision with groundedness, and craft pitches that resonate. This episode offers a compelling exploration of storytelling in tech entrepreneurship.
May 03, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 1085
Jeffrey Sharp Robbins, founder of LiveData, shares his journey from real-time utility middleware to transforming healthcare. Driven by a personal tragedy, Jeff's vision led to streamlining surgical processes through real-time data integration. This episode explores his mission to improve patient outcomes by automating data collection, reducing manual entry, and enhancing surgical workflows.
Apr 30, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 1083
In this episode, Udi Cohen shares his transformative journey from technology enthusiast to pioneering the use of generative AI in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC). Delve into how Udi's innovative approach to vendor verification is reshaping security protocols, offering new solutions to old challenges, and making compliance accessible and efficient in an increasingly interconnected world.
Apr 29, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 1082
Step into the visionary world of Daphna Nissenbaum, CEO of TIPA Corp, who transformed a simple jog into a revolutionary eco-friendly endeavor. Inspired by a conversation with her children, Daphna embarked on a mission to replace persistent plastics with compostable alternatives that benefit the earth. Her dedication to mimicking nature's circular processes illustrates the profound impact of innovation. As she navigates the challenges of a stubborn industry, her story offers a beacon of hope and ...
Apr 24, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 1081
Vera Shulman delves into the transformative potential of cloud technology, exploring the universal challenges companies face in cloud adoption and the innovative solutions provided by ProfiSea Labs. With a focus on making cloud services accessible and affordable, Vera's journey from established tech giants to pioneering FinOps with Prophecy highlights a path of continuous innovation and strategic foresight.
Apr 22, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 1080
In this episode, Oded Blatman shares his transition from a developer to a Chief Information Security Officer, revealing the complexities of protecting digital assets against nation-state threats. From establishing cutting-edge security operations in Israel's defense sector to pioneering cybersecurity measures in the blockchain space, Oded discusses the evolving nature of cyber threats and the critical role of innovation and proactive defense strategies in safeguarding information.
Apr 16, 2024•27 min
In the latest episode of 20 Minute Leaders, if you guessed Shahar Sorek, you're absolutely correct! Shahar took us on a wild ride through his journey from martial artist and actor to gaming entrepreneur extraordinaire. He spilled the beans on founding a successful gaming company, then switched gears to join Overwolf as CMO and Investor Relations Officer. We geeked out over the gaming industry's evolution, with Shahar dropping truth bombs about the rise of user-generated content (UGC) and the cru...
Apr 12, 2024•22 min
Embark on a journey with Oren Kandel as he navigates the thrilling ups and downs of transforming the world of video content creation through AI. From early setbacks to achieving a groundbreaking $1M ARR in record time, discover the resilience and innovation driving the future of digital storytelling. #20MinuteLeaders
Mar 28, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 1077
Liat Hayun shares her unexpected journey from aspiring aeronautics engineer to cybersecurity visionary, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of navigating the tech world. Her story is a testament to the power of curiosity and the impact of embracing unforeseen paths in shaping a secure digital future.
Mar 19, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 1076
In a digital era where privacy is paramount, the founders of Mine share their journey of empowering individuals with control over their personal data. Celebrating five years of innovation, they delve into the evolution of data governance, highlighting the balance between technological advancement and user consent. Discover how Mine is shaping a future where privacy and transparency coexist.
Mar 13, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 1075
From law graduate to tech innovator, Yoav Landman shares his transformative journey to co-founding JFrog. Discover the pivotal moments that shaped JFrog's mission to secure software creation through trust and innovation, and how they're navigating the digital transformation landscape. A tale of passion, adaptation, and visionary thinking in the ever-evolving world of tech.
Mar 09, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 1074
Dive into Yaron Niski's unique journey from tech to creating impactful historical documentaries. Discover how his passion for storytelling and challenges in the tech bubble led to adventures in filmmaking, from comedy to uncovering ancient mysteries with global icons. A tale of dreams, resilience, and the art of engaging storytelling.
Feb 29, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 1072
Dive into Yael Peled Adam's journey from an elite athlete to a pioneering force in healthtech. Explore how Laguna Health is revolutionizing patient care by focusing on the crucial, often overlooked, post-hospitalization recovery process. Uncover the innovative approach to enhancing patient and caregiver communication, ensuring no one is left behind in their healing journey. #20MinuteLeaders...
Feb 26, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 1071
Yodfat Harel Buchris, from Blumberg Capital, shares her vast experience across tech and finance, revealing how a blend of innovation, leadership, and strategic investment shapes the future of startups. Dive into her insights on nurturing groundbreaking companies and her vision for a data-driven, AI-enhanced world.
Feb 21, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 1070
Magen Margalit shares a compelling narrative of leveraging technology for empathy and understanding, transforming the way global communities perceive crisis situations. His journey from banking to advocating through digital innovation exemplifies the power of tech in creating impactful societal change.
Feb 19, 2024•14 min•Season 1Ep. 1069
Dive into the transformative world of digital avatars with Tomer Zuker, as he shares his journey from a private investigator to pioneering in AI-driven communication. Discover how the integration of avatars is reshaping our digital interactions, making every exchange more human, accessible, and engaging.
Feb 15, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 1068
Aviv Canaani shares his journey from the tech hubs of the U.S. back to Israel, only to face unprecedented challenges amidst conflict. His story reveals the resilience of a startup navigating through crises, emphasizing the power of adaptability and the spirit of teamwork in the face of adversity.
Feb 08, 2024•13 min
In this episode, Asaf Somekh shares his transformative journey from early computing challenges to leading AI innovations at Iguazio and beyond. His insights into bridging the gap between AI concepts and real-world applications illuminate the evolving landscape of technology, highlighting the impact of AI across various industries and the importance of adaptability and collaboration in driving progress.
Feb 02, 2024•22 min
Yaron Morgenstern, with extensive experience in tech, discusses his path from a startup to guiding Glassbox. He explores the changing landscape of digital customer interactions, the role of Gen AI, and managing personal development alongside professional hurdles.
Jan 30, 2024•21 min
In this episode, Mark Gerson, Chairman of United Hatzalah of Israel, shares his transformative journey from corporate success to impactful philanthropy. He delves into the principles of ROI in charitable giving, emphasizing the profound impact of strategic philanthropy on global health and education. His story is a testament to the power of compassionate, results-driven giving.
Jan 25, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 1064
