Team - Binah Balev

Management - Binah BaLev

Management

Led by visionaries from academia and industry, our team combines deep expertise in AI and technology with passionate commitment to community development and social impact.

Yossi Vardi

Founder & CEO

A seasoned business and technology executive with over 25 years of experience. Led global sales expansion, M&A transactions, investments, and strategic alliances with leading international vendors. Brings proven relationship-building skills and vast experience from major continents and cultures to Binah BaLev.

Dr. Gilad Zlotkin

Co-Founder & Technology Manager

Entrepreneur, executive, and scientist in the software industry specializing in distributed systems, cloud technologies, and AI. Took companies public and sold startups to industry leaders. Founding Manager of Cisco Software Center in Israel. Research fellow at MIT Sloan, holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the Hebrew University.

Dr. Yishay Mor

Co-Founder & Pedagogic Manager

Academic Advisor and lead researcher in Education in the Age of AI at Google, Beit Berl, Levinsky College, and the Ministry of Education. Senior Lecturer at the Open University UK. Holds an Ms.C. in Computer Science from the Hebrew University and Ph.D. in Educational Technology from the Institute of Education in London.

Itai Orenstein

Head of Industry AI Lab

An entrepreneur, manager, and technology expert with a rich background in both operational and hi-tech industries. Served as a pilot and held leadership key roles at IAI and Elbit Systems. Extensive experience in leading concepts from idea inception to full, high-quality, and commercial implementation, alongside systemic expertise in diverse fields. Focused on the synergy between people, technology, and business development, and actively involved in the rehabilitation of Israeli society and the Western Negev region.

Dr. Nathalie Bloch

Head of Healthcare AI Lab

An Internal Medicine Physician, senior executive, and entrepreneur in the world of Digital Health and Medical AI. She founded and led the Sheba Innovation Center – ARC, and consults government agencies, startups, and investors in these fields. She completed her medical studies at Tel Aviv University and holds a Master's degree in Public Administration, with a specialization in Innovation from Harvard University in Boston.

Yizhar Lifshitz

Co-Founder & Community and Government Relations Manager

A powerful and influential voice from Nir Oz, representing his community since October 2023. Lifshitz brings a deep understanding of community needs, the importance of rehabilitation, and strong local ties to Binah BaLev, fostering vital connections with the community and government bodies.

Or Manor

Innovation & Strategy Manager

A renowned entrepreneur, tech trend researcher, and innovation leader at the intersection of technology, society, and the future. With over a decade of experience, she leads national projects in AI, robotics, and tech ethics, builds global innovation communities, and develops data-driven solutions for governments and industries.

Executive Committee - Binah BaLev

Executive Committee

Distinguished leaders from academia, industry, and public service, providing strategic guidance and governance oversight for our innovative AI education initiative.

Dr. Irit Idan

Co-founder & Academic Manager

A strategic and investment consultant specializing in AI, Robotics, and Deep Technology. Worked in Rafael Advanced Technologies for 30 years and served as EVP for R&D at RAFAEL. Previously an investment advisor for the Vision Fund of SoftBank. Holds a Ph.D. in Astrophysics from the Technion.

Executive

Prof. Yifat Bitton

Member of the Executive Committee

A legal academic and social activist focusing on equality, serving as President of Achva Academic College and of the Israeli National Board of Public Colleges. She brings extensive experience in promoting social and educational change, with a focus on gender and origin equality, gained from leading academic institutions worldwide and human rights litigation.

Executive

Prof. Dan Blumberg

Member of the Executive Committee

Chairman of the Israel Space Agency and VP for Regional and Industrial Development at Ben-Gurion University. A world-renowned expert in remote sensing, he has led space projects and founded five startups. He significantly contributed to fostering Beer-Sheva's tech ecosystem and serves on national committees advancing Israel's IT, cyber, and AI industries.

Executive

Prof. Irad Ben Gal

Member of the Executive Committee

Head of the Laboratory of AI & Machine Learning Business and Data Analytics at Tel Aviv University. A world-renowned expert in data science, AI, and machine learning with over 25 years of experience. Founder and CEO of CB4 (acquired by GAP) and an advisory board member for AI startups.

בעלי תפקידים נוספים ואנשי מפתח - מדרשת בינה בלב

Additional Key Team Members

Essential team members contributing specialized skills across communications, architecture, engineering, international relations, and community partnerships.