israeli-startups
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David Phelps and the long way to an open door
A Navy port call helped shape his view of Israel. Decades later, Merlin’s founder is working on another kind of passage: getting cybersecurity companies into the U.S. government market.
Eli Gross and the price of trust
Eli Gross built Besadno around a promise that faith and startup investing could share a balance sheet. His journey from cross-border trading to a global investment network now includes a reckoning over how that promise was kept.
Sarona Ventures bets on the introduction after the investment
A cheque buys time. Sarona Ventures builds its case around what happens next: customers, distribution partners and the people who can help an Israeli startup sell abroad.
InnoSource Ventures and the business of the right introduction
A Zurich advisory firm connects startups with European buyers and investors. Its real subject is what happens before the meeting - and who keeps working after it.
ICON Gets Israeli Founders Into the Room. The Pitch Is Still Their Job.
The Israel Collaboration Network turns Silicon Valley relationships into practical help for Israeli startups. Free membership, selective programs and a $5,000 immersion reveal how the invitation works.
EFI helps Israeli founders find their way into America
Entrepreneurship Forum Israel turns experienced operators into sounding boards, market guides and useful introductions. Its most revealing work happens when a founder has to rethink the plan.