Leaders In Tech 2025

Elad Nachmias is the CTO at BridgeWise, bringing over a decade of experience in leading engineering teams, software development, and system architecture design. With a strong background in building scalable solutions for global markets, Elad has held multiple senior technical leadership roles. He holds a B.Sc. in Computer Science.

Adam is a software veteran with over 25 years of experience leading complex projects in various domains. He is a VP of engineering at Snappy, a world-leading gifting platform serving half of Fortune 100 companies and millions of users worldwide.

Multiple discipline ordinary man # thinking about scaling & Generative AI | Chief Software Architect @ Applied Materials

Ram Marzin is an R&D Director of TeamUP, the AT&T Global Software Intelligence Platform. Ram has over 15 years of experience leading cross-functional teams across diverse technologies and roles, including GenAI, data engineering, full-stack development, DevOps, Analysis and Architecture. When he's not immersed in technology, Ram enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, exploring his passion for cooking and travel.

Liat Ashkenazi is the SVP of Product & Technology at Payoneer. In her role, Liat is the Money Movement Platform GM, leads global Product, R&D and Operation teams. With over 25 years of experience in building enterprise software and managing high-scale global R&D organizations, Liat brings a wealth of expertise across various domains such as data, security, storage, and IoT. Prior to joining Payoneer, Liat held several leadership roles in global technology companies such as Own (acquired by SF), Imperva, Harman, and HP. Liat holds BSc and MSc in Computer Science, and an MBA from Tel Aviv University.

Dennis is an AI Director at Elementor with over 15 years of experience as a developer, director, and consultant. He’s a seasoned leader, writer, public speaker, and mentor with a passion for technological challenges, culture, and people growth. He constantly looks for ways to improve team performance and personal skills and uses his vast experience to help leaders boost their leadership skills.

With over 18 years of experience in the tech industry, I am a seasoned Head of Engineering at ImagenAI, a cutting-edge startup that leverages AI to optimize image editing and processing. I have a proven track record of driving innovation, building robust solutions, and leading high-performing teams. At ImagenAI, I oversee the engineering vision, strategy, and execution, while assembling top-tier talent and fostering a culture of agility, collaboration, and excellence. I am passionate about creating sleek and secure architectures that meet both business and engineering goals, and delivering exceptional user experiences that delight our customers. As a Technion MBA graduate and a recognized thought leader in Israel's tech scene, I have a unique blend of technical, business, and communication skills. I host a popular podcast and speak at various events, where I share my insights and expertise on topics such as cloud computing, AI, and UX. I also mentor and educate thousands of developers through my online courses and community initiatives. I am always eager to learn new things, challenge myself, and make a positive impact in the world.

May Walter is a software engineer, researcher, entrepreneur and serial CTO. She is currently co-founder and CTO of Hud, a startup company still in stealth. Before Hud she was a founding team member and CTO at Santa, and prior to that CTO at Bond (acquired by REEF Technology), where she managed tens of engineers and security researchers. May is a leadership mentor and frequently speaks about the topics of team building, engineering culture and innovation.

Rotem Naar Shamir has a solid work experience in various technology companies. The most recent position held was at Cato Networks, where they started as a Software Team Leader in 2015 and worked their way up to become a Group Manager in 2018, then Director of Engineering in 2020, and ultimately Senior Director of Engineering in 2023. Prior to that, at Fortscale - Acquired by RSA Security, they served as a Software Team Leader, leading a team in end-to-end development. Before that, at Imperva, they were a Software Team Leader responsible for managing back-end systems and leading the development of a new product. They started their career as a Software Engineer in the IDF. Rotem Naar Shamir completed a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science and Management at Tel Aviv University in 2011. Afterwards, Rotem pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at the same university, which was completed in 2015.

Adi Shacham-Shavit has a vast and impressive career history spanning various industries and roles. Currently serving as the SVP R&D at Transmit Security, Adi is also the Co-Founder of LEAP - The Scale Up Programs. In the past, Adi has held key positions such as Chief Technology Officer at Circles (formerly known as 7Chairs), EVP Engineering at Clear Blockchain Technologies, Head of R&D & CISO at Lemonade, and VP Engineering at AppsFlyer. With a background in Computer Science and Statistics from Tel Aviv University and an MBA from Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, Adi's expertise lies in building and developing innovative technology solutions in a range of fields.

As a leader in Cyber, IT, and Finance, I leverage a holistic approach to technological regulatory compliance and technology risk management, enabling high-tech companies seamlessly integrate compliance into their processes, technology, and products. By bridging the gap between business, technology, and regulatory expectations, I enable organizations to navigate complex challenges without stifling innovation. I successfully represented EY in SEC’s PCAOB inspections as a technical auditor for mature enterprises and have prepared startups for IPO readiness.

Topaz Gilad is an R&D manager specializing in AI, machine learning, and computer vision, leading production-oriented innovative research. With experience in large companies as well as startups, in various industries, from space imaging and semiconductor microscopy to sports tech, and the wellness industry, she has developed methodologies to scale up while improving quality, delivery, and teamwork. Currently VP R&D at Voyage81, ODDITY’s innovation core for vision-based AI. Previously head of AI at Pixellot, a leading AI-automated sports production company. Topaz is also an advocate for women in tech.

Hila is a Head of Engineering at One Zero leading the Engagement R&D group with 20 years of experience in software development, specializing in backend technologies. A proactive and inquisitive learner, she thrives on experimentation and continuous growth. Beyond her technical expertise, Hila is a strong people leader who values collaboration and diverse perspectives. She enjoys interacting with colleagues, fostering open communication, and learning from different approaches. This passion, coupled with her perseverance, focus, and positive attitude, has driven Hila to spearhead the development of onboarding processes at multiple companies and establish a successful guild system within her current organization.

Jeni Raitsin is a mindful productivity and mental fitness coach who helps leaders get more done with less stress. With years of experience working with managers and executives across tech companies, she specializes in guiding leaders to achieve peak productivity without burnout. Jeni combines neuroscience-based techniques, practical strategies, positive psychology, and mindfulness to help leaders find focus, balance, and confidence in their daily work.

Livnat Peer is the Senior Director of Data and AI, Development Insights and Strategy at Red Hat, where she drives innovation at the intersection of cloud services and data intelligence. With over 15 years of experience in cloud computing and distributed systems, she now leads initiatives that lay the foundational data infrastructure crucial for AI adoption and cloud service optimization. Throughout her career, she has led large distributed engineering teams across multiple cloud platforms and has been instrumental in shaping Red Hat's cloud strategy. Livnat's current focus is on transforming how organizations leverage data insights to accelerate their customer lifecycle and value creation. Her leadership philosophy centers on transparency, mentorship, and fostering innovation through collaborative problem-solving.

Omry Hay - Co-founder and CTO of env0, a Former Engineering Manager Proofpoint, with over 18 years of experience in software development, team, and group leadership at Wochit, Fiverr, and eToro.Specializing in infrastructure and distributed systems on the cloud.

Itiel is the CTO and co-founder of Komodor, a startup building the first Kubernetes-native troubleshooting platform. A big believer in dev empowerment and moving fast, he has worked at eBay, Forter and Rookout (as the founding engineer). Itiel is a backend and infra developer turned “DevOps”, an avid public speaker that loves talking about things such as cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, Python, observability, and R&D culture.

I’m a DevOps Team Lead with passion for building scalable and reliable systems to drive operational excellence. As the DevOps Team Lead at Papaya Global I focus on optimizing cloud infrastructure, automation and deployment pipelines while also fostering a culture of continuous improvement through automation and monitoring to enhance the company efficiency, reliability and resiliency.

20 years in tech, marketing and leadership roles. All about software delivery optimization. 5 years in technical and executive training. Expert in DevOps, Lean, Systems Thinking, Continuous Delivery, Cloud Native and Decentralized Systems. Coder, speaker, writer. Fixated on improving the ways humans collaborate by telling mind-provoking stories.

Itiel Maayan is a seasoned technology and leadership professional with over three decades of extensive experience. Holding pivotal roles such as CTO, Chief Architect, Senior Director, and VP of R&D, Itiel has consistently driven organizational transformation through the implementation of innovative and cutting-edge technologies. His strategic vision and technical prowess have been instrumental in achieving business objectives and advancing the organizational roadmap. Itiel holds an M.Sc. degree, with his thesis focusing on large-scale systems requirements specifications, underscoring his deep understanding and proficiency in the field.

Sagie Shamay is Director of Engineering at Twingate, a zero trust company that loves geeking out on DevOps, K8s, and security. Previously he has 20+ years of experience of software engineering & management. Highly enthusiastic about growth - of software, teams and companies.

Guy Levin is the VP of Productivity at ZoomInfo, where he focuses on optimizing engineering processes and team performance across the organization. With over 20 years of experience in software development and leadership, Guy brings deep expertise in building and managing high-performing R&D teams, particularly in fast-paced, large-scale distributed systems environments. Prior to his current role, Guy served as Senior Director of Engineering at ZoomInfo, where he led the SalesOS Platform generating over $1B in annual revenue. He managed 10 fullstack engineering teams while driving improvements in stability, quality, and performance. His experience includes significant transformation initiatives, such as implementing micro-frontends and establishing processes to enhance company velocity and time-to-market. Before ZoomInfo, Guy held leadership positions at Philips Healthcare, where he spent over 10 years managing complex healthcare platforms, including the Genomics and Oncology Platform and HealthSuite Digital Platform. His background also includes entrepreneurial experience as CTO and Co-founder, as well as significant technical leadership roles in various technology companies and the Israeli Air Force. Guy holds an Engineer's Degree in Computer Science from Netanya Academic College and is a recognized expert in product delivery, software lifecycle management, and building efficient development processes. He is passionate about lean principles, agile methodologies, and continuous deployment as key drivers for delivering high-quality products under tight deadlines.

Maish Saidel-Keesing is a Senior Developer Advocate at AWS with over 20 years of trailblazing IT expertise. His visionary leadership in architecting intricate systems has driven industry evolution, with a keen focus on cloud, automation, and open-source solutions. Renowned for his extensive knowledge in containers, DevOps, and open source, Maish empowers professionals to harness these realms effectively. His specialization in AWS Cloud, containers and agile practices reshapes business landscapes. Maish's mission to unify Developers and Operators has revolutionized operational harmony, erased silos, and mitigated disruptions. As a passionate advocate for automation, he propels efficient architectures, driving progress that enriches both technology and lives.

Tal is the CEO of Draftt.io. Prior to founding Draftt, he was the Head of DevOps and Engineering Enablement at BigPanda and Spot.io (now part of NetApp). Tal is a domain expert in leading cross-functional initiatives, streamlining workflows, reducing technical debt, and fostering collaborative workplace cultures.

30 years old. 5 years @ develeap BSc Computer Science MBA Business Administration

I am a Linux sysadmin that woke up one morning to a world of DevOps. I was lucky to be part of small companies that grew to a huge scale through insane outages. Those outages took my sleep but awarded me with experience. Today I am Hashicorp Ambassador, Israel Hashicorp User Group co-organizer, DevOpsDays Tel Aviv co-organizer and CTO at cloud and devops consulting company.

Doron Porat is the co-founder of Lakeway, a startup revolutionizing data operations with modern AI-powered solutions. Previously serving as R&D Director at Yotpo, Doron brings over 15 years of hands-on experience in building and leading data platform and infrastructure teams across diverse industries. Her expertise spans from architecting large-scale data lakehouses to managing complex infrastructure and fostering high-performing teams. A passionate advocate for community-building in the data space, Doron co-hosts The Data Swamp, a popular podcast, and actively shares insights and strategies to tackle modern challenges in data engineering and organizational design.

My current role is Head of Tech Data at HiBob. Incharge of building the analytics for Product, Dev, DevOps, Design and Product Marketing. I've been in data roles for almost 17 years with close to 10 years in leadership. I've build data teams and infrastructure in corporates and startups in various industries such as HRtech, Fintech, Insurtech and more. I have an MS.c in computer science form Haifa university in the NLP field. In addition, I hold many mentoring session to analysts in various levels to help and inspire others to adopt a dat-driven approach

The data and culture guy. Currently leading the Big Data Platform R&D at Wix. Josef has over 15 years of experience building data intensive SaaS applications and growing the awesome teams that make them. He believes that the secret sauce for creating sustainable complex systems is good design practices, effective communication between people, and automating everything. In his day to day he works tirelessly on building the culture necessary to support these values and propagate them to others, one pep-talk at a time.

Shai Alon is a Google Cloud Startup Evangelist, founder, and former Director of AI Innovation at Orca Security. He co-founded two successful companies, and now empowers startups worldwide with Google Cloud’s cutting-edge Data and AI solutions.

VP Data @Cloudinary, joined 6+ years ago and established the Data infrastructure and culture at Cloudinary. Before that worked in a leading gaming company, and prior to that owned a consultancy and drove tens of enterprise companies to become data driven

*Lior Ankory* is a highly experienced Product Analytics Group Manager at *Monday.com*, with over 15 years of expertise in data analytics across global B2C and B2B industries. Lior has a strong technical, analytical, and product background, having led and established analytics teams at companies like *Artlist.com*, *Here Mobility*, *Gett*, and *Unilever*. With a proven track record of translating data into actionable business insights and product roadmap, Lior excels at collaborating with senior business stakeholders to drive strategic decision-making and business growth.

Data professional with emphasis on Machine Learning & Analytics. I am a strong believer in the connection between data and decision making, and in Data Science as one of the greatest professions ever made.

Einat Orr has 20+ years of experience building R&D organizations and leading the technology vision at multiple companies, the latest being Similarweb, that IPO in NYSE last May. Currently she serves as Co-founder and CEO of Treeverse, the company behind lakeFS, an open source platform that delivers a git-like experience to object-storage based data lakes. She received her PhD. in Mathematics from Tel Aviv University, in the field of optimization in graph theory.

Experienced Data and Analytics manager, with a proven record in B2C/B2B companies. Helping companies to build and manage their data stack, and improve their data insights. Holding a B.A. in Economics and M.A. in Philosophy.

Hadar is the Director of Business Operations at INCRMNTAL. She is an analytics professional, specialising in marketing measurement. Coming with a vast experience in leading marketing analytics departments and strategy from her previous roles as Director of Marketing Analytics at Huuuge Games and a Business Analyst at Playtika, she has been facing many of the changes in the mobile marketing sphere which affected (and still affect) the way mobile marketing is being made and measured - such as major changes in privacy and user level data.

Ronat is an Executive Leader with over 20 years of experience in Data, Business Analytics, and Business Intelligence, specializing in transforming data into impactful strategies that drive business growth. Throughout her career, she has led high-performing teams in industries including eCommerce, Gaming, Retail, Adtech, and Fintech, crafting data-driven solutions that unlock organizational potential at all stages of analytics maturity. Ronat has a proven track record in recruiting and inspiring top-tier analytics talent, designing tailored data roadmaps, and implementing advanced BI tools. Her expertise also spans digital marketing analytics, optimizing performance, and creating cross-functional collaboration that simplifies complex data into actionable insights.

With a career spanning multiple dimensions of the data domain, I am passionate about building and scaling data organizations that drive measurable business impact. My professional journey reflects a cohesive growth path, marked by progressive leadership roles across data engineering, BI, product analytics, and data science. I am committed to leveraging data to unlock new growth opportunities, optimize operations, and scale organizations for sustained success.

Elena is a data-driven Director of Product at Voyantis, and over the past few years, she's been focused on machine learning products. She began her career as a Product Manager in the Israeli Intelligence Corps, and continued as a data analyst in the private sector, which has since made her data-obsessed. She's gained extensive experience in managing BI teams, working in data engineering, and creating products for data driven people.

experience in R&D and product management. With a passion for building successful products from the ground up, he has spent the last 19 years focusing on feature definition, team creation, and project management. Boris previously founded Israel’s leading web consultancy and played a key role in shaping the local tech community by establishing two major conferences, ReactNext and AngularUP. An international speaker and educator, he has taught classes at industry giants like Microsoft, Intel, and Checkpoint. Additionally, he is the author of The Complete Redux Book, further solidifying his expertise in software development.

Tony Arad Felik is a tech executive mentor, engineering leader, group facilitator, and podcaster specializing in people leadership in the new era of work. With over 25 years of experience in engineering and a decade leading multinational R&D teams, Tony helps managers and organizations navigate leadership challenges, balance strategic vision with execution, and foster high-performing teams. Her holistic approach integrates business goals, organizational processes, and personal growth, empowering leaders to expand their impact, prevent burnout, and drive exceptional results.

With over 20 years of experience as a senior leader in startups and big companies, Miri knows the ins and outs of engineering leadership. Miri coaches VPs of engineering and engineering directors to deliver value frequently, boost their executive presence, and make a bigger business impact in their companies. Miri is also the co-founder of The Leap Academy, an initiative designed to empower VPs of Engineering in startups to elevate their skills and effectiveness. Additionally, she is the founder of Baot’s Senior Female Engineering Managers Forum, a mentor in the 8200 Woman2Woman program and the MassChallenge accelerator, and a passionate speaker on topics related to management and diversity.

Amir is currently building something new. Previously he served as the Vice President of Research and Development at Oasis Security, a startup dedicated to managing and securing the lifecycle of non-human identities. In this role, he lead the development of innovative security solutions that address the complex challenges associated with machine and workload-related identities. Prior to joining Oasis Security, Amir served as the Senior VP of R&D at HUMAN Security, where he was responsible for building a multi-zone distributed system that detects and mitigates automated attacks on websites in real-time. Before that, he led several software engineering groups at the Israeli Ministry of Prime Minister, focusing on cybersecurity products. Amir has many years of experience as a software engineer and security researcher, leading software teams across multiple disciplines including web apps, IoT, telecom, and machine learning. He holds an MBA and a BSc in Physics and Economics from Tel-Aviv University.

Idan Tendler is a senior Tech executive and a serial cybersecurity entrepreneur. He founded two startups, both of which were acquired. He served as SVP of the Application Security business unit at Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ: PANW) following the acquisition of Bridgecrew, a startup he co-founded and led. Bridgecrew was a pioneer in cloud security solutions for developers and was acquired by Palo Alto Networks in 2021.  Previously, he founded Fortscale, a leading User Behavior Analytics startup acquired by RSA Security in 2018. Idan is also the Founder and Chairman of Place-IL, a nonprofit initiative dedicated to expanding opportunities in Israeli tech. Place-IL helps the tech industry hire new talent from underrepresented groups at scale and with minimal risk. Following October 7th, Place-IL launched the Israeli Tech Negev Fund, creating hundreds of new tech jobs in the Negev.

Adaya Tal is a data and analytics consultant with extensive experience in data products, game analytics, and AI-driven insights. She has led data-driven decision-making across various industries, specializing in data standardization, business intelligence, and stakeholder collaboration. Adaya is passionate about leveraging AI and analytics to optimize user engagement, monetization strategies, and operational efficiency. In addition to her consulting work, she is the co-founder of Meetupistiot and Data Queens, fostering data communities and knowledge sharing.

17 plus years of HR partnership to leaders and organizations in the tech space. I've worked with leaders in companies with from 50,000 employees to 250 employees (and growing!) and loving it!!

Tom has over 15 years of software development and engineering management experience. With a BSc in Computer Science and Engineering from UCLA under his belt, Tom’s career includes working at some of the biggest companies in the San Francisco Bay Area such as Box and Cisco. Upon his return to Israel, Tom started working at the fintech startup Rewire (now Remitly Israel). When not working, Tom likes to walk (his dog) and run (for fun and occasionally in a marathon).

Tali is a data expert with over 13 years of experience, having held senior positions at leading tech companies including Wix (10 years, Director of Data) and Simply (2 years, Head of Data). Currently, she operates as an independent data strategy consultant, guiding organizations in building business-aligned data strategies, as well as providing personal mentoring to data professionals at all career stages. As a committed advocate for the data community in Israel, Tali co-founded "Data Queens," a community of nearly 2,000 women in data fields. She teaches at Hebrew University and Masterschool, and leads workshops on data storytelling and stakeholder communication to help maximize the business potential of data.

Oded Vainas is a seasoned AI Group Leader at Intuit, where he leads teams developing and deploying cutting-edge AI solutions, including GenAI. With a proven track record of success in building and managing high-performing teams in hyper growth startups (SimilarWeb, Pagaya) as well as large corporates (Microsoft, Intel) and small startups (EverC), Oded specializes in creating impactful AI products that seamlessly integrate into real-world business features and products. Oded is passionate about empowering his teams to navigate the evolving AI landscape, ensuring they possess the skills and mindset to thrive in this new era. He is a strong advocate for responsible AI development, emphasizing the importance of human-centered design and ethical considerations. As a leader, Oded fosters a collaborative and supportive environment where team members are encouraged to innovate, learn, and grow. He is committed to helping his teams unlock the full potential of AI while mitigating the challenges and ensuring a successful transition into the future of work.

Noga is an Ivy-league educated Senior Program Manager at Google with over a decade of experience leading high-impact projects and initiatives across diverse industries. She possesses a diverse background: She's been Deputy Chief of Staff to the Head of Google Search, worked in health-tech, and even developed EV batteries as an analytical chemist. Her unique journey has equipped her with valuable insights into leadership and achieving results regardless of formal authority at startups and large companies alike. Noga is passionate about team building, navigating challenges, and making a meaningful impact. In this session, she will share her experiences and the lessons she has learned, emphasizing that leadership stems from action, not position.

In my current role, I serve as an Engineering Team Lead at Forter. Prior to this, my journey included leading a team at Gong.io , freelancing with a small team while building my own business, several years as a software engineer, and co-founding the 'Osim Tochna' podcast for developers. One of my enduring life passions involves taking complex subjects and making them accessible and understandable for others. Above all, I take immense pride in being a devoted husband to Olga and a loving father to Lavi and Nily.

I’m Yaniv Golan, co‑founder and Managing Partner at lool ventures, where I back bold Israeli startups from day zero. Over three decades in tech, I co‑founded a knowledge‑sharing platform that AOL acquired, served as CTO of an enterprise‑software company later bought by Dassault Systèmes, and led engineering as VP at AOL Israel. Those chapters taught me plenty about scaling products and teams. Today I partner with founders on AI‑native ideas and breakout deep‑tech plays. Off the clock, you’ll find me building things—out of code, wood, or both—and being a proud dad to two teenagers.

Tal is an executive with over 15 years of experience leading Data, AI & Product groups. Tal has been a part of Armis from 20 employees to now a $4B company, and is responsible for data science, analytics, and internal data products.

Ronit Blayer has over 15 years of experience in the gaming and ad-tech industries, Ronit Blyer is a veteran product leader known for driving innovation at scale and leading high-performing teams across global tech companies. Ronit has held senior roles across the ecosystem, building mobile advertising platforms, launching hit games, and managing product and marketing teams through periods of rapid growth and transformation. Her leadership style blends strategic vision with a deep understanding of user behavior, game design, and monetization. Today, as a Game Owner at Papaya Gaming, Ronit leads one of the company’s flagship titles—bringing together data, product, and creative to build experiences that resonate with millions of players. Ronit is passionate about empowering teams, growing talent, and building products that deliver lasting impact—both for the business and the players.

Nadav has been writing code and hunting bugs since the age of six on the C64 and still dreams of better and better ways to code each day. He co-founded two (failed) startups, spent a decade engineering low-latency, trading systems on Wall St., and was part of leading the construction of infrastructure at scale at Spotify and Forter. He currently leads engineering at Qodo: a company on a mission to create a new code integrity paradigm with the combined power of artificial and human intelligence and a vision to enable developers to build faster with zero bugs.

Senior Director of R&D at Elementor with 15+ years in tech, specializing in DevOps and engineering leadership. Tech enthusiast with deep experience in cloud technologies and a passion for driving organizational excellence. Tech blogger, public speaker, and mentor. Happily married, proud mom, and constantly balancing tech, leadership, and family life.

Hadar Gershuny is the Senior Director of Platform Engineering at Melio, where she leads the Platform Engineering & Data Platform groups, focusing on enhancing engineering velocity, excellence and quality. With extensive experience managing engineering teams, she has a strong background in building scalable platforms and fostering high-performing technical organizations. Before joining Melio, Hadar held key leadership roles in both startup and enterprise environments, contributing to major technological transformations. Hadar holds an MBA in Technology, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation from Tel Aviv University, complementing her technical expertise with strategic business acumen. She is passionate about leveraging technology to drive impact and scale.

Hila Fish is a Senior DevOps Engineer, with over 15 years of experience in the tech industry. AWS Community Builder, Hashicorp & WTM Ambassador, and an International public speaker who believes the DevOps culture is what drives a company to perform at its best and talks about that and other DevOps/Infrastructure topics at conferences. She carries the vision to enhance and drive business success by taking care of its infrastructure. In her spare time, Hila is a lead singer of a cover band, giving back to the community by co-organizing DevOps-related conferences (Inc. "DevOpsDays TLV" & "StatsCraft" monitoring-focused event), providing mentorship and managing programs in “Baot” (The largest technical women’s community in Israel), and enjoys sharing her passion and knowledge wherever she can, including across diverse technology communities, initiatives and social media.

Heya, I'm Erik Zaadi! I enjoy everything from shiny web apps, beautiful APIs to seamless CI integrations. Team leader, Coder and Dad pun alumni at Port, bringing joy to platform engineers. Passionate about Open Source and addicted to automating ALL THE THINGZ, from CI to doors.

Ido Neeman, today heads up Firefly as the CEO & Co-Founder, and the former CEO & Co-Founder of Nuweba, the fast and secure serverless platform. To the diversity of roles he has held he brings more than a decade’s experience in the elite Israeli intelligence corp, and later went on to lead the technology portfolio at a hedge fund. Today at Firefly, he is focusing on solving infrastructure drift through codification.

Robert works for IBM, helping clients improve their IT Operations. He is an SRE and AIOps evangelist who enjoys helping others solve problems even more than he enjoys solving them himself. Robert has over 20 years of experience in IT development & operations and is happiest when learning something new. He lives in Israel with his wonderful wife and two children. His hobbies include history, space exploration, and bird photography.

Hi! I'm Niv, a tech enthusiast since before DevOps was even a word. I'm the director of AI and product innovation at Firefly, and as part of my passion to help spread knowledge, I'm an AWS Community Hero, leading the Israeli branch of the AWS User Group and the arch.comm community. I'm a public speaker and amongst the talks I gave, there are talks at the re:invent, KubeCon, DevOpsDays and GeekTime Code.

Natan Yellin is the CEO of Robusta.dev and works with leading enterprises in the US and Europe as they scale their cloud environments without scaling the size of their platform team.

Avishag began her tech journey at just 18, starting as a Business Intelligence Developer. She later joined Allscripts Healthcare Solutions as a software engineer, followed by Cisco, where she contributed to developing features for Cisco Umbrella’s SWG. A few years ago, Avishag joined LinearB, where she works on the web app platforn, WorkerB, GitStream and more, leads engineering teams, and champions new technologies. Outside of work, Avishag has a passion for dance and even teaches Zumba classes in her free time.

Oren Levitzky is a Senior R&D Director at Fiverr, where he leads multiple engineering teams on the company’s high-scale platform. For nearly nine years, he has been at the forefront of driving technical innovation, improving development efficiency, and scaling complex systems to support the company’s growth. His leadership is focused on fostering a strong engineering culture, optimizing operational models, and delivering high-impact projects that bridge technology and business success. Oren lives in Tel Aviv with his wife, Yasmin, and their two children, Guy (7) and Ido (4). When he’s not solving engineering challenges, he’s likely following the NBA, analyzing stats, or leading Fiverr’s basketball team.

Dror Weiss is co-founder & CEO at Tabnine, an AI code generator and assistant for software developers and R&D teams. Prior to founding Tabnine (formerly Codota) in 2013, Dror worked at Panaya for several years, making his way up from software engineer to the position of Director of Technology.

Dana Tsukerman is an R&D Director in AT&T Israel R&D Center. Dana manages the junior program in Israel (TDP – Technology Development Program) and is responsible for the backend guild, as well as team leaders’ and developers’ growth plans. Dana has 20 years of experience leading cross-functional teams across diverse technologies. Her passion is developing people, and when she is not doing that, she is developing applications and platforms that develop people.

Yuval is a DataOps Tech Lead at Elementor with five years of experience in the DevOps field. He is the founder and manager of the EntryPoint community, a tech blogger, and a public speaker. With real-world expertise, he mentors aspiring developers and shares insights on technology, innovation, and career growth through his writing and speaking engagements.

Sharon is VP of R&D @ CHEQ with +15 years of experience leading engineering organizations in both fast-growing startups and large international companies. She has a strong background of building and scaling teams, delivering complex software products, and driving innovation in dynamic environments. Sharon is passionate about building strong, motivated teams and fostering a positive engineering culture. She emphasizes mentoring for professional growth, promoting engineering best practices, and driving execution to deliver impactful results. Sharon takes pride in creating an environment where both people and products can thrive.

I'm a seasoned product leader and VP of Product currently at a fintech company operating across Africa. With over a decade of experience in managing globally distributed teams, im specialize in building inclusive cultures, mentoring high-performing teams, and driving product innovation. My expertise spans team leadership, organizational strategy, and scaling operations in diverse markets.

Dr. Dorit Dor is a renowned cybersecurity expert and the Chief Technology Officer at Check Point Software Technologies, where she leads innovation and oversees critical initiatives. Since joining Check Point in 1995, she has held key roles, including Chief Product Officer, significantly advancing the company’s growth. Dr. Dor serves on the World Economic Forum’s Cybersecurity, Global Future Council, and board member in the Cyber Threat Alliance. She served in 8200 (IDF intelligence unit) and in 1993, she won the Israel National Defense Prize. Dr. Dor holds a Ph.D., M.S and B.Sc degree in computer science from Tel-Aviv University and she is a member of the Technion council. As leader, Dr. Dor is highly involved in mentoring and promoting diversity. She is also a board member of Redis Ltd. Over the years Dr. Dor extended her emerging technologies reach from global cybersecurity deeply into AI and quantum computing. Recently co-founded an early stage quantum-focused VC called Quantum Leap.

Lior Schachter is the Chief Technology Officer at Natural Intelligence, a global leader in online multi-category marketplaces. He oversees technology, business operations, and subsidiaries, shaping the company’s Tech & Product vision and driving innovation. A recognized thought leader in GenAI, Lior shares his expertise through conference talks and blogs, focusing on accelerating business growth with AI. Under his leadership, Natural Intelligence has implemented a comprehensive GenAI strategy, resulting in increased employee productivity, enhanced product offerings, and a proactive approach to navigating the evolving AI landscape.

Daniel Lereya has served as Chief Product and Technology Officer at monday.com since 2023. In this role, he focuses on advancing monday.com’s multi-product vision and operational efficiencies, while driving execution to support company growth. Previously, he was Vice President of R&D and Product, where he led global teams in shaping and executing the company’s product strategy through innovation and technology. Before joining monday.com, Daniel held leadership and engineering roles at IBM and SAP.

Passionate engineering leader who loves transforming promising teams into powerhouse organizations. I've mastered the art of scaling engineering teams from dozens to 100+, creating environments where technical excellence meets genuine collaboration. By building sustainable processes and strong leadership pipelines, I help teams thrive through rapid growth while maintaining their innovative spirit.

Aviran is VP engineering at Wix.com. He has over 30 years of experience in the software industry and has filled many engineering roles and leading positions, from designing and building the US national Electronic Records Archives prototype to building search engine infrastructures. Aviran is a tech-savvy and a technology blogger, with vast knowledge of internet technologies, software engineering, team building, continuous delivery and a dev-centric culture advocate.

Liad Amsalem has over a decade of experience in the tech industry. In recent years, she has held various management roles, building and leading teams to success. She has spent recent years focusing on the complexities of people management, gaining valuable insights along the way. Currently, she serves as the VP of R&D at Healthy.io, where she leads the development team in building several healthcare-related products, including the first smartphone-enabled urinalysis platform and a wound management system. Liad is an IDC graduate with a degree in computer science. Earlier in her career, she gained hands-on expertise in backend development and software QA. At home, Liad takes on the unique challenge of raising two children under two. When she isn’t saving the world from horrific coding conventions, she’s applying those incredibly high standards to her baking. She’s also an avid sports enthusiast—because someone has to offset all those calories!

I have over two decades of experience. I am a passionate VP R&D. My journey in technology began as a software developer and has evolved through various leadership roles. I am managers' mentor. I love travelling, singing and I don't drink coffee :)

Ohad Bobrov is the VP of Enterprise Browser at Palo Alto Networks, bringing over 20 years of expertise in the software industry. A serial entrepreneur and seasoned executive, Ohad has founded and advised multiple startups, specializing in cybersecurity and enterprise software. With a proven track record of leadership, Ohad has managed organizations of 200+ employees across development, product, AI, and data analysis, driving innovation across multiple product lines. His deep technical expertise is reflected in numerous security publications, widely cited by researchers, and his presentations at leading security conferences, including Black Hat (US, Asia, and South America), InfoSec, and MobileCon. Passionate about building and scaling enterprise solutions, Ohad excels in guiding products from customer development to growth, shaping the future of cybersecurity with cutting-edge research and strategic execution.

Dikla Oren is Growth Engineering Director at HoneyBook, where she leads an engineering group in charge of driving the company's user growth. She started her professional road in Mamram unit and gained experience in various tech companies before joining HoneyBook 10 years ago. As a mom of three beautiful kids, two of whom were born via surrogacy, she blogs about the journey, and in her free time, she loves dancing, reading, and relaxing while walking on the beach.

Ilana Ginzburg Vaknin is a seasoned HR leader with a proven track record in both startup and corporate ecosystems. Currently serving as the Head of HR at CaPow, a scaling startup, Ilana specializes in aligning people strategies with business goals, fostering organizational health, and driving employee engagement. Her strategic leadership has been instrumental in scaling HR operations, designing leadership training programs, and creating an inclusive, high-performance culture.

An experienced manager and engineer, with more than two decades of experience in the world of software development, from enterprise companies to early stage startups.

Liron, co-founder of Honeydew, a shared source of truth for data teams. Prior to this, she founded Awear, a consumer behavior data business with renowned clients like Tommy Hilfiger. Liron initially began her career as a scriptwriter before transitioning into the startup world. Liron holds a BA in Cinema and Television (Cum Laude) and an MBA from Tel Aviv University, she currently lives in Tel Aviv with her husband and two children.

Experienced Business Intelligence Analyst with a demonstrated history of working in the information technology and services industry. Skilled in Power BI and more. Strong business development professional with a BS.c. Industrial Engineering focused in Information Technology from Ruppin Academic Center, graduated in the President's List.

Inna Weiner is VP of Product at AppsFlyer, where she leads the company’s data platform, focused on turning data into customer value while enabling internal innovation and developer velocity. She is a senior technical and product leader with 20 years of global experience, specializing in big data, privacy, insider risk, and policy compliance. At Google, she led engineering teams across consumer and enterprise products, including the Google Search Analytics Data Warehouse, which she scaled significantly during her six years in Mountain View. She later led engineering for Google Cloud's Database Migration Service (DMS), overseeing distributed teams in Israel, the US, and India.

VP of BI & Analytics at Lightricks with 20 years of experience in various positions in the data landscape. Eyal successfully built and managed high-performing data teams across diverse industries and sectors. In today’s AI-driven era, we’re witnessing a rapid transformation of the data world. New tools, methodologies, and solutions are reshaping the work of every data role. At Lightricks, we’ve jumped right in, using new AI tools that speed up our work, boost our data quality, and make us much more efficient. These exciting times present huge opportunities for those that adopt, and risks for those that don't.

Demi Ben-Ari is Co-Founder & CTO & Head of Security at Panorays, which automates, accelerates and scales third-party cyber risk management. At Panorays, he is deeply committed to making third-party security management as seamless and as effective as possible. He is also an expert at building communities and networks, both online and offline, and is a recognized Google Developers Expert, is the co-founder of “Big Things”—one of the largest big data communities—and also of a Google Developer Group for Cloud. Demi got his start serving in the Israel Air Force software unit Ofek.