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cyberark
solar edge

1997

Founded

$1.6B

Under management

150+

Companies

47

Exits with a total

value over $22B

We partner early with the best teams, back them as they disrupt global markets, and never leave their corner

We've worked with some of Israel's most iconic startups. Our funds are consistently ranked as top performers, and our team brings the operational and investment depth to back it up. We invest from Seed to Series B, focusing on AI, Cyber, Healthtech, and Deep Tech. We work closely with our founders and always there for them as they grow into industry leaders.

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Founder-led-Growth for Cyber FoundersA startup’s growth path and speed largely relies on its founders. A founder’s persona could be the differentiating factor in getting the investors attention, attracting the right talent, or reaching a one-on-one with your ICP. Cyber startups feel it more than others - CISOs are flooded and have almost zero bandwidth for yet-another-trendy-startup-that-might-shut-down-in-a-year. Building founders into genuine, contributing members of the cyber community is what makes the difference.

Our Portfolio

Exited
Own

Own is the leading data platform trusted by thousands of organizations to protect and activate SaaS data to transform their businesses. Own empowers customers to ensure the availability, security, and compliance of mission-critical data, while unlocking new ways to gain deeper insights faster.

Recent
Apono

Apono is a developer of a data governance platform, intended to make permission management simple and secure.

Blink Ops

Blink is a pioneering security automation co-pilot, utilizing generative AI to significantly enhance productivity for security professionals.

Recent
FeminAI

Feminai is a developer of wearable medical breast cancer screening device, intended to provide efficient and safe means to detect early cancer.

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Meet Our Team

Over the years, we have invested in more than 150 companies across our funds. Our team has overseen over 43 exits, with a total value of ~$22B.

Emanuel Timor has been with Vertex since 1998, working closely with startups for over two decades. His investment focus includes Enterprise, Cybersecurity, Mobility, and Digital Health.

Before Vertex, Emanuel trained as a lawyer, gaining expertise in IPOs and M&As. From 1992 to 1997, he was a leading financial journalist at Globes, covering Israel’s high-tech and VC sectors.

Emanuel's investments include Innoviz (NASDAQ: INVZ) and Adaptive Shield (acquired by CrowdStrike for $300M).

Emanuel holds a B.A. in Economics and an LL.B from Tel Aviv University.

Tami has over 15 years of experience in software development, product management, and project management. Before joining Vertex, she was VP of Product Management at Varonis (2011–2019), where she played a key role in its growth from a startup to a Nasdaq-listed company. She led the strategic planning and development of Varonis’ products and services.

Earlier in her career, Tami led product management, analysis, and user experience for enterprises, founded a mobile platform startup leveraging business logic and data, and managed big data and cyber projects for the Israel Defense Forces.

Tami holds an M.Sc. in Technology Management and a B.A. in Management and Finance (Magna Cum Laude) from Tel Aviv University.

Yoram Oron founded Vertex Ventures Israel in 1997. Over the years, he has led investments in notable companies such as Cyber-Ark (NASDAQ: CYBR, $1.5B market cap), Waze (acquired by Google for $1.3B), Argus (acquired by Continental for over $400M), Morecom (acquired by Liberate for $561M), and Vision Tech (acquired by Broadcom for $250M).

A seasoned entrepreneur and executive, Yoram has a strong track record of founding and managing high-tech companies. Before Vertex, he co-founded and served as Chairman of Telegate from its inception in 1993 until its $400M acquisition by Terayon in 1999. His previous roles include President and CEO of Aryt Industries (NASDAQ: ARYTF), Co-founder of Geotek Communications and Manager of its Military Division, and Co-founder, President, and CEO of Reshef Technologies.

Yoram holds an M.B.A. from Tel Aviv University and a B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology.

Yaara Joined Vertex investment team in 2021. As VP Value Creation, Yaara works closely with Vertex portfolio companies, leveraging the Vertex community and network to deliver value, support growth and facilitate business opportunities.

Prior to Vertex, Yaara has always focused on the intersection of tech, politics and non-profit. Yaara led cross-border environmental initiatives as Project Manager at EcoPeace Middle East, worked as Programme Manager at the British Embassy in Israel, and promoted diversity hiring, STEM education and global business development efforts as International Relations Manager at IATI.

Yaara holds a BA in International Relations and Media & Journalism from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (Magna Cum Laude); 8200 Alumna

Aviad Ariel joined Vertex in early 2016, bringing a diverse background in venture capital and management consulting.

Prior to Vertex, Aviad spent four years at Bessemer Israel, where he worked closely with leading Israeli startups, including Traffix (acquired by F5), Ravello Systems (acquired by Oracle), Vayyar Imaging, ScyllaDB, MyHeritage, StratoScale, Soluto (acquired by Asurion), Altair (acquired by Sony), Fiverr (NASDAQ: FVRR), Intucell (acquired by Cisco), and Wix (NASDAQ: WIX). He was also a founding partner of Oryzn Capital, investing in NanoRep (acquired by LogMeIn), Own Data, and Dronomy.

Earlier, Aviad worked at McKinsey & Company and Barclays Capital’s corporate strategy team in New York. He started his career as a software engineer and team leader at Marvell Technology.

At Vertex, Aviad has led investments in LightCyber (acquired by Palo Alto Networks for $120M), Dynamic Yield (acquired by McDonald’s for $327M), Indegy (acquired by Tenable for $85M), Spot (acquired by NetApp for $400M), and Own Data (acquired by Salesforce for $2.1B).

Aviad holds a dual B.Sc. in Computer Science and Physics from Tel Aviv University and an MBA from The University of Chicago.

Ran Gartenberg oversees all financial aspects of the Vertex Funds, including cash management, financial and tax reporting, and portfolio monitoring. He plays an active role in fund investment and divestment strategy and has supported portfolio company exits, including Aternity’s acquisition by Riverbed.

Before joining Vertex, Ran was an Investment Banker at Evergreen, managing private placements for tech companies. He also served as Investment Manager for the Israel Corporation, evaluating investments and conducting due diligence. Earlier, he worked as a Supervising Auditor at PwC Israel.

Ran holds an M.B.A. from New York University, a B.A. in Accounting and Economics from Tel Aviv University, and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Israel.

Liat is a VP Finance at Vertex Ventures. She has over 15 years of experience in global finance, accounting, taxation and operations.Her responsibilities encompass many aspects of the Fund’s financials including cash flow, equity evaluation, financial reporting, Capita accounts, tax issues and investor relations.

Liat Joined Vertex in early 2015. Prior to joining Vertex, Liat was Financial Controller at Apax Partners, ICV, Polymer Logistics and was a senior auditor at Ernst & Young.

Liat holds a B.A. in Business Administration and Accounting from The College of Management and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Israel.

David has been active in Asia-Israel business relations since 1990 and in venture capital investments since 1996. He leads Vertex Ventures Israel’s Asian activities, including raising capital from Asian investors and facilitating direct investments and business transactions between Vertex’s Asian investors and Israeli startups.

Before Vertex, David co-founded IIF, the first Israeli VC fund tailored for Japanese corporate investors, and COIF, the second such fund. From 1990 to 1995, he lived in Japan, working as a foreign lawyer at Wakabayashi & Watanabe, Tokyo, specializing in cross-border investments and M&As in Asia. Earlier, he practiced law in Israel, first as an associate and later as a partner at Yossi Avraham & Co., Tel Aviv.

David holds an LL.B from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (1984) and an LL.M from Kyoto University, Japan (1992).

Yanai Oron joined Vertex in 2014, bringing an operational and technical background. Before Vertex, he was General Manager at DVTel (acquired by FLIR/Teledyne) and began his career as an embedded engineer at Intel Corporation.

At Vertex, Yanai has led investments in companies that achieved successful exits, including Meta Networks (acquired by Proofpoint for $120M) and Perfecto Mobile (acquired by Perforce for $180M).

Yanai holds a B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from Tel Aviv University and an MBA from New York University’s Stern School of Business.

Roni Gordin joined the Vertex team in 2024 as an Investment Associate. In her role, Roni actively collaborates with entrepreneurs, conducts due diligence, explores emerging markets, and manages various elements of the deal flow. She brings a data-driven approach and strategic insight from her background in product management.

Before joining Vertex, Roni was a Growth Product Manager at ZoomInfo, where she led the Product-Led Growth (PLG) freemium strategy, concentrating on user acquisition, retention, and optimizing product performance. Prior to ZoomInfo, she worked at Wix.com on both the SEO Product team and Customer Care Tools team, helping enhance product reach and user experience.

Roni’s career began at Intel as an intelligence data analyst, following her service in the 8200 intelligence unit, where she served as an analyst and team lead. She holds a BA in Economics and Philosophy from Tel Aviv University.

Merav is a Director of Finance at Vertex Ventures. She has over 21 years of experience in global finance, accounting, taxation and operations. Her responsibilities encompass many aspects of the Fund’s financials including cash flow, equity evaluation, financial reporting, Capita accounts, tax issues and investor relations.

Merav Joined Vertex in 2004. Prior to joining Vertex, Merav was Financial Controller at Bristol Myers Squibb Israel (Subsidiary of NYSE:BMY)) and Tundo Communication and Telephony Ltd.

Merav holds M.B.A. from the College of Management Academic Studies, B.A in Accounting and Economics from Tel Aviv University and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Israel.

Roza is the bookkeeper at Vertex Ventures. She has over 15 years of experience in the finance field. Her responsibilities encompass many crucial aspects of the Fund’s financial operation.

Roza Joined Vertex in 2018. Prior to joining Vertex, Roza was the chief bookkeeper at Psagot Investment house.

Roza hold an Accounting certificate (type 1 & 2), and a Software Engineer certificate.

Iris is the Executive Assistant of Yoram Oron and AML Officer at Vertex Ventures. She has over 14 years of experience in office management, finance back office, administration and operations.Her responsibilities encompass many aspects of the Fund’s administration including PA to the founder, investor’s database, AML reporting, reporting and communication with investors and portfolio companies, and finance back office assistance.

Iris Joined Vertex in late 2005. Prior to joining Vertex, Iris was an Office Manager at Global Security Solutions IT LTD, Sparta Systems LTD, Data Safe Systems LTD.

Iris holds an MBA from Heriot Watt University in Edinburgh and a BA in Business Management from The Jerusalem College in Israel.

Yuval is the Operations Manager and joined Vertex in 2019, as the office manager. Yuval has over 7 years of experience in administration and back-office operations. She is responsible for all operational and administrative aspects of the company, in addition she managing the partners' schedule, communication with suppliers and portfolio companies, travel coordination and team’s welfare.

Prior to joining Vertex, Yuval held various administrative positions in lead law firms: Tadmor Levy & Co. and Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co.

Yuval holds a B.A in Behavioral Sciences with a specialization in Human Resources from The College of Management Academic Studies.

Dana is an Assistant Controller at Vertex Ventures. She has an experience in global finance, accounting, taxation and operations. Her responsibilities encompass many aspects of the Fund’s financials including cash flow, equity evaluation, financial reporting, Capita accounts, tax issues and investor relations.

Dana Joined Vertex in 2020. Prior to joining Vertex, Dana was a Senior Auditor at PwC.

Dana holds a B.A. in Economics and Accounting from Bar-Ilan University and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Israel.

Dar is the Administrative Assistant and joined Vertex in 2022. She has over 6 years of experience in administrative office support, finance back office, customer relationship management and event planning. Her responsibilities in Vertex encompass many aspects of the office operations, such as Manage front desk and partner’s schedules, assist with welfare activities, logistics, events and visits.

Prior to joining Vertex, Dar was a Project Operations Coordinator in “Mashcal” (Local Government Economic Services Ltd), an Office Manager at “Concept academy of design” and a hostess and accountant assistant at the “Taizu” restaurants group.

Dar holds a B.A in Communication from Netanya Academic College with a specialization in Strategy, Marketing, Branding and Public Relations.

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