Israel Founders Mission NYC - Pitch Day

• ​08:30 am: Arrival, Registration, Light Breakfast

  • ​Coffee + light breakfast served

  • ​Open networking space

• ​09:00 am: Opening Remarks & U.S. Market Briefing

  • ​Welcome and introduction by Deloitte , overview of the U.S. market

• ​09:30 am: What U.S. Investors Look for in Israeli Startups in 2026

  • ​Panel discussion with venture capitalists on investment criteria

  • ​Moderator: Dr. Guy Navon - CEO of Discount Tech

  • ​Speakers:

    • ​Ron Alpar - Founder & CEO at Stealth (ex-McKinsey, Techstars & Rocket Internet)

    • ​Elisha Tropper - Founder and CEO at JAG Capital Holdings LLC

    • ​Alon Gorbonos - Founder & General Partner at RE Angels

    • ​Heather Miller - Senior Vice President at Vista Equity Partners

• ​10:15 am: Startup Showcase: Live Founder Pitches

  • ​Live startups presentation, 5-minute pitch each

• ​12:30 pm: Networking Lunch

• ​Evening Activity (Startups Only)

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​Please stop by the Deloitte Welcome Center located in the 30 Rockefeller Plaza lobby. The center is located near the 49st entrance and directly across from the Tumi store. Please allow at least 15 min for registration. Please be advised, guests will need a valid photo ID upon check in.

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