The New Startup Playbook: Raising & Building in the Age of AI

​Join leading founders and investors for an in-depth morning session on how startups can raise capital and scale in the age of AI.

From early-stage funding strategies to building AI-driven products that stand out, we’ll explore the new playbook founders need to thrive in 2025 and beyond.

​This intimate gathering brings together founders, VCs, and ecosystem leaders for practical insights, real stories, and authentic networking.

​☕️ Agenda

​09:00 – 10:00 | Morning snacks & networking
An opportunity to meet fellow founders, investors, and industry leaders over coffee and light breakfast.

​Hosts:

• ​Amit Shechter, Principal @ Fusion

• ​Guy Lachmann, Partner & Co-Chair, IL Hi-Tech Practice Group @ Pearl Cohen

​10:00-11:00 | Founders Panel
“Building Startups in the AI Era”

• ​Carmel Ben Tzur, Co-Founder & CEO, Gravix AI

• ​Michael Matias, Co-Founder & CEO, Clarity AI

• ​Miki Peled, Co-Founder & CEO, Singit

• ​Moderator: Batsheva Moshe, GM Israel @ Wix

​11:00-12:00 | Investors Panel
“Raising Capital & VC Perspectives on AI Startups”

• ​Yanai Oron, General Partner, Vertex Ventures Israel

• ​Yael Schiff, Vice President, Bessemer Venture Partners

• ​Sapir Harosh, Partner, Third Point Ventures

• ​Itay Rand, General Partner, 10D

• ​Moderator: Guy Lachmann, Pearl Cohen

​Looking forward to seeing you!