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about me
With a solid foundation in Physics and engineering, I transform complex technologies into market-winning products that enterprise customers urgently need. As a veteran of 8 startups—including two as co-founder and two successful exits—I leverage my technical expertise to identify and capitalize on breakthrough technological opportunities across diverse disciplines including AI, enterprise software, cybersecurity, collaboration/teamwork, data communications, medical devices, Legaltech, and more.
My strategic approach bridges deep technical insights with market intelligence: I excel at understanding the nuanced needs of enterprise buyers, translating cutting-edge innovations into solutions that address critical business challenges. Driven by a passionate commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advances, I continuously explore emerging technologies to ensure innovative solutions. I'm adept at pivoting product strategies, rapidly reimagining and redefining offerings when market feedback demands a strategic shift. By combining hands-on technical experience with strategic vision, I help companies turn visionary concepts into profitable, scalable products that reshape industries.
Work Experience
2022- present
Strategic Advisor
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2010- 2022
Chief Product Officer, VP Products & Marketing
2011- present
Contributing Writer
2007-2014
Contributor
Worklight
2006-2009
VP Marketing & Product Strategy
V-Secure
2004-2005
Chief Marketing Officer
Business Layers
1999-2004
Co-founder, VP Marketing & Product Strategy
Education
Bar Ilan University
PhD candidate in Science, Technology and Society (STS)
M.A. in Science, Technology and Society (STS)
B.Sc. in Physics Bar-Ilan University, Israel
Tel Aviv University
MBA in Marketing Tel Aviv University, Israel
Awards
CMSwire
2014, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019
Top Contributor
International Scholar
Society for the History
of Technology
2011
Founding Member
2017
Humanizing the Digital Workplace Consortium