Our story
Have you completed your military service and have an idea that you're dying to turn into a technology venture? How do you turn it into something real? How do you go from "I have an idea" to "I have a startup"?
This is where OfekTech , Masa El Ofek's technology program, comes in.
OfekTech is a 16-week program where you don't learn about entrepreneurship, you do technological entrepreneurship with real feasibility.
You will work step by step on your idea, from the first moment until it becomes something tangible. You will learn about the tech world and receive professional guidance on all fronts: technology, finance, law, marketing and entrepreneurial mentality. Each and every one of you will receive personal guidance from senior women in the high-tech world, leading entrepreneurs and investors who have already gone this path and know exactly what it takes to succeed.
Throughout the program, you will meet young people like you who also have big ideas, learn how to build a product that people really need, and receive the tools to take your technology venture forward, even after the program ends.At the end of the process, you will reach DEMO DAY , the moment when you will stand on stage and present your venture to investors, entrepreneurs and industry professionals. This is the moment when the idea becomes a real story. We believe that you have it inside you. That you don't have to be a "certain type" to found a company. That with the right environment, the right support and the courage to go for it - dreams become reality. You are the ones who are going to change the Israeli high-tech world. Come on, ready to start?
* The program is intended for graduates of the Journey to the Horizon program only.
What do we offer?
Legal assistance
Assistance with legal aspects of establishing and managing a business
OfekTech
Entrepreneur
Financial support
Consulting and guidance in managing the project's finances
Mentoring and professional guidance
Attaching a personal and professional mentor along the way
Professional exposure
Opportunities to network and present the project
Mental support
Support in dealing with the project's challenges
First Steps
In Starting a Business
Company formation, founders' agreements, third-party agreements, confidentiality and intellectual property
building a business model
Lean Canvas
We will learn about Lean Canvas, a tool for planning a business plan for startups.
Storytelling
and standing in front of an audience
Workshop to train participants for presentation
The future venture with customers and investors
Demo Day
A winning presentation. Presenting the project to
Investor panel. Festive end of the program
The Idea: Ideation Workshop
and Idea Verification (and Validation)
A workshop to formulate an idea around an existing problem and examine its potential for success.
Fund raising
Introduction and in-depth study of the capital raising process and the various options
Investor presentation
Building a winning investor presentation
Summary and feedback
Market research
The importance and principles of market research . The goal of the meeting is to provide the tools to conduct tests again using basic and advanced tools.
Go-To-Market
Preparing a business plan according to target audiences,
Marketing the project through various channels
Capital Raising
In a Private Company
Review of capital raising options in a private company, advantages
and disadvantages of each model, tips for negotiating with investors
AI tools
Familiarity with various AI tools and their ability to assist in the various stages of project development
Finances
Starting a company, where is it worth it? + Innovation Authority
Basic financial concepts + a winning business model
Pre demo day + feedback
Project development. Accelerated work on the projects
Accompanied by professional mentors for 8 hours
The syllabus
*Syllabus is subject to change
Leaders
Partners
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Our mentors
Nitzan Adler
מוביל תוכניות חדשנות ומנהל מוצר בכיר עם למעלה מעשור של ניסיון באקוסיסטם הסטארטאפים הישראלי. ניצן מתמחה בליווי יזמים משלבי הרעיון הראשוניים ועד ליצירת מוצר וצמיחה, ובהובלת תוכניות אקסלרציה התומכות ביזמים בתהליכי פיתוח, תיקוף והוצאה לפועל. לאורך הקריירה צבר ניסיון בניהול מוצר בחברות טכנולוגיה מורכבות, הובלת צוותים רב-תחומיים ושיפור תהליכים ליצירת אימפקט עסקי. בעבודתו עם יזמים, ניצן מסייע בגיבוש אסטרטגיה, חיבור לאקוסיסטם הרלוונטי ובניית תהליכים שמקדמים רעיונות לכדי תוצאות מדידות.
Ayelet Geva
מובילה חדשנות, פיתוח עסקי וניהול מוצר עם למעלה מ־20 שנות ניסיון בעולמות הטכנולוגיה, הדאטה, ה־AI והבריאות. כיום איילת מובילה את תחום החדשנות והפיתוח העסקי במרכז הסרטן ע״ש חוסידמן בSheba Medical Center, שם היא מקדמת פתרונות מבוססי בינה מלאכותית ודאטה לשיפור הטיפול והמחקר האונקולוגי. לאורך הקריירה שלה הובילה צמיחה עסקית, מיזוגים ואינטגרציה של חברות, ניהול מוצר גלובלי ופיתוח שותפויות אסטרטגיות, בין היתר חלק מצוות מיזוגים והרכישות בVerbit.ai וכמנכ״לית Li-Med. בעבודתה עם יזמים, איילת מסייעת בחיבור בין חזון טכנולוגי לצרכים עסקיים וקליניים, בגיבוש אסטרטגיית מוצר, ובהפיכת רעיונות חדשניים לפתרונות ישימים ובעלי אימפקט
Vaselina Benisti
Strategy and Partnerships Manager with over 20 years of experience in international collaborations, global business development, and driving growth in dynamic technology environments.
Vassi specializes in identifying market opportunities, building business strategies, and developing long-term partnerships, while working closely with senior leadership and leading cross-organizational initiatives.
In her work with entrepreneurs, she helps refine growth directions, build meaningful relationships, and navigate complex markets both locally and internationally.
Yaakov Diminsky
Yaakov Diminsky is an entrepreneur and innovation ecosystem leader, with experience in founding and supporting dozens of early-stage technology ventures.
In his work, he guides entrepreneurs through idea formation, market and technology validation, building development roadmaps, and preparing for fundraising.
Amir Rave
Amir Raveh is an entrepreneur, investor, and advisor who helps leaders and companies integrate technology and AI in a precise, human, and impactful way.
He is the CEO of HYPE Sports Innovation, a leading global platform in the sports-tech space, with a portfolio of over 150 startups and collaborations with more than 100 sports organizations, including FIBA, CBS Sports, Liverpool F.C., as well as teams from the NBA and the NFL.
Previously, he founded MEDIACALL in London and successfully exited the company, established MG Equity Investments, and is the author of the book *Acquired Charisma*.
Ron Ben Tata
Entrepreneur and product manager, mentor to early-stage founders, specializing in bridging technology, product, and business strategy.
With over 25 years of experience in development and technology, and a strong track record of bringing digital products to market, he supports startups in building MVPs, defining product specifications, and developing AI- and automation-based solutions.
In his work, he combines strategic thinking with the ability to break down ideas into clear, actionable plans, while managing and leading cross-functional teams toward creating products that deliver real value and revenue.
Hila Shabib
Serial entrepreneur, biomedical engineer, and mentor to early-stage entrepreneurs, pioneering a new field in women’s health called Fem Wearables, with over two decades of experience in developing medical devices and bringing them to market.
As an engineer and entrepreneur, Hila has extensive hands-on experience across the entire lifecycle—from initial concept and patent writing, through regulatory processes, fundraising from both government and private sources, recruiting employees and advisors, building boards, conducting clinical trials, forming partnerships, negotiations, R&D, marketing, management, and business development.
She helps turn ideas into practical, high-impact solutions with strong business potential, alongside meaningful social value.
Karin Libinzon
Mentor and judge at technology hackathons, and a lecturer in AI, alongside her role as a technology leader specializing in bridging advanced technology, people, and organizations to create measurable business impact.
With experience in software development and leading complex systems in both startup environments and global organizations—including product development leadership and working with international stakeholders—Karin כיום focuses on integrating AI and data capabilities and embedding them לאורך the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
In her work with entrepreneurs, she helps build MVPs, translate ideas into actionable plans, and advance solutions with strong business value.
Erez Ram Lev
Father of three (Aviv, Carmi, and Nitzan). Lives in Kfar Vradim. Expert in innovation and new product development.
Also serves as a mentor in several programs, including the Technion Innovation Center, Give & Tech, and 8200 for Small Businesses.
Teaches entrepreneurship and innovation at Tel-Hai College (soon to become Kiryat Shmona University) and at Shenkar College.
Graduate of the Organizational Innovation Leadership program at the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology. Currently works at Bermad in Corporate Development and leads the Gen AI domain within the organization.
Iris Ligumsky
Highly experienced legal advisor in both the public and private sectors, particularly in companies operating in infrastructure and national project management.
In her most recent public sector role, she served as Head of the Legal Advisory Division at Netivei Israel, and currently serves as General Counsel for Eliakim Ben Ari Group Ltd..
Or Lustig
Entrepreneur and executive specializing in business development, strategy, and leading innovation in digital health and medtech.
In his role as Chief Business Officer at Matrix Medika, Or leads global partnerships and drives the transformation of technological innovation into market-ready medical products.
With experience in entrepreneurship, startup mentorship, and bridging technology, regulation, and business strategy, he helps founders refine their business models, build meaningful partnerships, and move from idea to market-ready solutions.
In addition, as a senior lecturer and Head of Industry Relations at University of Haifa, he works to connect academia, industry, and entrepreneurship.
Gilad Cohen
Strategic advisor and investor for technology companies and defense industries.
With over 22 years in the defense sector, he founded the Association of Defense and Cyber Companies in Israel, which helps companies gain exposure and build business connections בארץ ובעולם.
The association includes over 230 companies, offering technological solutions and significant production capabilities to meet diverse defense needs.
Orel Yamin
Entrepreneur and investment manager in the technology and fintech sector.
Experienced in consulting for startups, developing business models and managing investments for an international family fund.
Additionally, a certified commercial pilot with a unique combination of innovation, entrepreneurship and a passion for mentoring and empowering young entrepreneurs.
Alon Shahak
Alon Shachak is a father, futurist, scout, investor, and cybersecurity lecturer. A leading expert in innovation and business development, he focuses on the cybersecurity sector.
As former Head of Homeland Security, Cyber, and Aerospace at the Israel Export Institute, he shaped strategic partnerships and promoted Israel’s reputation in advanced technology domains.
Today, he serves as Cyber Innovation Manager at Deutsche Telekom. Alon excels in identifying emerging trends, cultivating business opportunities, and connecting with clients and investors worldwide.
Adan Kedem
Over 15 years of experience in digital marketing, including around a decade in crypto, the metaverse, and digital innovation.
Founder of Israel’s largest blockchain community, and a consultant and mentor to startups in the Web3 and innovation space.
Currently serves as Chief Marketing Officer at Gems Launchpad, a leading platform for fundraising and project launches in the Web3 ecosystem.
Adi Shmorak
Entrepreneur and mentor to early-stage founders, guiding them on the journey to product–market fit.
Instead of spending months on development, Adi builds smart experiments with founders that connect a precise audience, a sharp value proposition, and real traction—before writing a single line of code.
With over a decade of experience as an entrepreneur, CPO, and product manager, he helps startups build lean MVPs, refine investor pitches, understand exactly where they stand on the path to PMF, and define their next steps.
Alon Hershkovitz
Entrepreneur and mentor with over 20 years of experience in building, managing, and scaling companies in the international arena.
Specializes in leading company formation, turnaround, and growth processes, managing investment deals, mergers and acquisitions, and expanding into global markets.
As an active entrepreneur, Alon leads IMCI Pharmaceuticals. In parallel, he advises entrepreneurs, investors, and organizations through his consulting firm A.H. SmartTech.
Ido Meroz
Has been living and breathing startups over the past decade across a variety of roles.
Serial entrepreneur—currently serving as CEO and founder of his third startup in the Go-To-Market space.
Brings extensive experience in project management, operations, product management, and market entry strategy.
Or Natanzon
Graduate of the Naval Officers Course (Major, reserve), entrepreneur, and product manager in the fields of digital health and AI.
Experienced in leading complex national-scale projects and driving medical innovation.
Bezalel Kedem
Eye fitness trainer.
Developer of an AI-based training program for improving vision. Enthusiast of aviation, medicine, and space.
Noa Chen
Certified Public Accountant, finance manager, and social entrepreneur.
Extensive experience managing the finances of startups, as well as technological and industrial incubators.
Mother of three, from Hod Hasharon.
Rimon Tubin
Entrepreneur and ecosystem architect, founder and CEO of Hackautism.
Hackautism is an ecosystem of entrepreneurship, innovation, and technology aimed at improving the quality of life for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.
Brings extensive experience in leading innovation and social impact, creating synergy between technology, entrepreneurship, and education, and building solutions from early-stage idea through to investment.
Or Manor
Researcher of advanced technology trends and data scientist.
Founder of Innovation Social Club and DataX.
Owner of Or Manor Entrepreneurship and Technological Futurism Ltd..
Our entrepreneurs
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