Innovation in Motion

Startup Focus Day

18-NOV-24 @STARTUP NATION CENTRAL

Join us for a high-impact event offering practical tools and insights for startups. Enjoy engaging main sessions with leading minds and breakout sessions for personalized 1:1 executive meetings, as well as platform optimization with Finder experts—all happening throughout the day

Agenda

9:30-10:00

Gathering and Networking

Plenary Main Sessions
Breakout Rooms
10:00-12:00

AI Strategies for Success by Startup for Startup and Startup Nation Finder

Exclusive AI Report Review 
Einat Ben Ari , Head of Data & Insights , Startup Nation Central

AI & Investments Panel

  •  ​Arik Kol, Head of Inception Startup Program Israel, NVIDIA ​
  • Lilach Danewitz, Director of Strategy and Partnerships, NTT IL
  • Shuly Galili, Founding Partner, UpWest
  • Janina Lax, Head of Early Stage Startups, Google Israel

Moderated by Michal Seror, Sr. Director Key Initiatives , Startup Nation Central

Rise and Fall with AI – Real stories by real startups:

  • Yariv Lotan, VP Digital Products , Startup Nation Central ​

  • Daniel Amitai , VP of Innovation, Cloudinary

  • Oded Har Tal, Co-founder & CTO, Datarails

Exclusive AI Report Review 
AI is redefining how we solve challenges and seize opportunities. Discover emerging trends and hear Nvidia’s expert commentary on the future of AI

AI & Investments
What investors and corporates are looking for in today’s crowded AI landscape

Rise and Fall with AI
Real stories by real startups, sharing their experiences
with AI tools

12:00-12:30

Break & Connect

Refreshments by Cafe ASIF

12:30-13:00

Find your next investment without leaving the chair

Investor Spotlight​ on Ido Hart, Partner​ at Maor Investments​. 
Moderated by Dana Cogan​, Director of Product Marketing , Startup Nation Central​

Gain exclusive insights on how investors evaluate startups using Startup Nation Finder. Learn what key factors investors focus on, and how to stand out in the competitive landscape

13:00-14:00

Craft Your Message for Global Positioning

With Rich Jenkins​, Co-Founder & Managing Director​ at CAPRI, Guy Gordon​, Brand Strategist and Aliza Tamir, CMO, Startup Nation Central

Equip your startup with the tools to communicate a clear, compelling narrative and build a strong brand. In these challenging times, learn how to showcase Israel’s innovation edge and highlight how your company stands out on the global stage

Breakout Rooms
10:00-14:00

VIP 1:1 Power Sessions

*Limited availability. On-site registration

1:1 Executive Sessions* 
Engage in open, intimate 1:1 meetings with Startup Nation Central’s executives offering a platform for meaningful dialogue and insights

1:1 Finder Profile Boost*
Private session with Finder platform experts to refine your Finder profile and reach maximum visibility

14:00-14:30

Break & Connect

Refreshments by Cafe ASIF

Two tracks for the afternoon:
14:30-15:15

The Journey of a CTO from 0 to $500M

An inspiring session with Ran Ribenzaft, Co-Founder and CTO of Epsagon (acquired by Cisco)

15:15-16:30

Close the Day with VIP Drinks

An open floor for networking with guests, leading investors, and Startup Nation Central executives

14:30-16:30 INVITE ONLY

Investment Opportunities

Update: This session is now full, and registration has closed. Stay tuned for future investment opportunities. 

Are you a startup that has secured a grant?
This exclusive event is for high-potential startups that have proven their potential through successful grant acquisition. Your chance to meet directly with our network of angels and investors, for a 30-minute 1:1 meeting to discuss your startup’s potential.

*Registration is limited and subject to qualification approval by the organizers

Speakers

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Avi Hasson

Avi Hasson

Chief Executive Officer

Startup Nation Central
-Opening Remarks-

Darya Wertheim

Darya Wertheim

Head of Startup for Startup

monday.com
-Opening Remarks-

Einat Ben Ari

Einat Ben Ari

Head of Data & Insights

Startup Nation Central
~ Report Review ~

michal seror

michal seror

Sr. Director Key Initiatives

Startup Nation Central
~ Panel Moderator ~

ARIK KOL

ARIK KOL

Head of Inception Startup Program Israel

NVIDIA
~ AI Panelist ~

 Shuly Galili

Shuly Galili

Founding Partner

UpWest
~ AI Panelist ~

Lilach Danewitz

Lilach Danewitz

Director of Strategy and Partnerships

NTT IL
~ AI Panelist ~

Janina lax

Janina lax

Head of Early Stage Startups

Google
~ AI Panelist ~

Daniel Amitai

Daniel Amitai

VP of Innovation

Cloudinary
~ Rise & Fall with AI ~

Oded <br> Har Tal

Oded
Har Tal

Co-founder & CTO

Datarails
~ Rise & Fall with AI ~

Yariv Lotan

Yariv Lotan

VP Digital Products

Startup Nation Central
~ Rise & Fall with AI ~

Dana Cogan​

Dana Cogan​

Director of Product Marketing ​

Startup Nation Central
~ Moderator: Find your next investment ​ without leaving the chair~

Ido Hart​

Ido Hart​

Partner​, Maor Investments

Startup Nation Central
~ Investor Spotlight​ ~

ALIZA <br> TAMIR

ALIZA
TAMIR

Chief Marketing Officer

Startup Nation Central
~ Craft Your Message for Global Positioning​ ~

Rich Jenkins

Rich Jenkins

Co-Founder & Managing Director

CAPRI Global Creative Consultancy
~ Craft Your Message for Global Positioning​ ~

Guy Gordon​

Guy Gordon​

Brand Strategist​ ​


~ Craft Your Message for Global Positioning​ ~

Ran Ribenzaft

Ran Ribenzaft

Co-Founder and CTO

Epsagon
~ The Journey of a CTO​ from 0 to $500M ~

Eden Eini

Eden Eini

Ecosystem Growth Manager

Startup Nation Central
~ Event Moderator ~

Opening Event: AI Strategies for Success

Kicking off Startup Focus Day, our opening event is a unique collaboration with Startup for Startup. Founded to foster open dialogue in the startup world, Startup for Startup offers the ecosystem a space to learn from peers, share knowledge, and tackle shared challenges. In partnership with Startup Nation Finder, we present “AI Strategies for Success,” an exclusive event featuring insights from our recent AI report with Nvidia, including investor perspectives on the AI landscape and real startup stories about using AI tools.

In partnership with

Startup for Startup

Our Partners

Break and Connect

We’ve crafted this day to support your success, offering a range of activities, including 1:1 executive sessions, platform optimization with Finder experts, dynamic meetups, and investment opportunities. We also believe in the power of networking breaks.

Throughout the day, enjoy curated snacks and refreshments at Cafe ASIF, with delicious canapés crafted by Chef Omer Shaham. Plus, take advantage of a 15% discount on the restaurant’s menu from 14:00 onwards. It’s the perfect opportunity to meet and mingle with like-minded peers in a relaxed setting.

WE’RE FULL!
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED

Sorry we missed you this time! Keep an eye out for future events, and explore more opportunities with
Innovation in Motion

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Join us for Startup Focus Day to unlock key insights,
practical tools, and strategies to help your startup thrive!

* The Investment Opportunities track is now full and registration is closed

*  Registration for the day is limited and subject to approval by the organizers

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From tackling challenges to sharing knowledge and providing actionable tools, this series of activities was created by Startup Nation Central to offer tailored opportunities for the Israeli tech ecosystem.

Whether you’re navigating growth, connecting with global companies, or seeking new strategies, join us in driving success through collaboration and bold, Impatient Innovation.

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