TEAM
PARTNERS
Brian Nissel
Founder and President
Over 20 years of investment experience.
Brian has successfully managed to identify, negotiate, acquire and reposition real estate assets in Los Angeles.
These activities consistently provided very high returns throughout climbing markets and recessions.
Moved to Israel in 2013, where he succeeded in the field of intelligence technology investments, catering to the Defense establishment. Brian is also President of Titan Ventures VC, based in Herzliya. Brian holds a B.sc in Economics from the University of London (UCL).
Reeve Benaron
Partner
Anchor Investor
Reeve Benaron is an experienced investor. He has a history of successful investments as well as establishing successful startups. Passionate about building and launching products that advance humanity, Reeve is the founder of Intrivo, AudienceX, and also a partner of AX Venture Partners. He an AI enthusiast and a seasoned technology entrepreneur who believes startups are the core driver of innovation, economic growth and job creation in this digital age.
Doron Zauer
Partner
Fund Manager
Doron Zauer is an experienced investor, director and entrepreneur focused on the Israeli technology marker. Doron is a founder and managing partner at Earth and Beyond ventures (EBV), which is an early-stage Israeli VC fund investing in deep-tech and new-space technologies. He is also the founder & managing partner of Initium Group, which provides innovation consulting and local rep services to corporates, funds and family offices.
Adam Scott Kaplan
Partner
Head of Community
In addition to being an entrepreneur, executive and investor, Adam Kaplan is co-founder and CEO of Edgybees, the world leader in visual intelligence technology. Edgybees’ software platform enhances drone video footage to provide customers across various industries the ability to understand any complex scene instantly. Prior to Edgybees, Kaplan co-founded and served as an executive at multiple technology companies, including Xennex Inc. (acquired by Biotime Inc.), Athoc (acquired by Blackberry), Digital Guardian and Tonian (acquired by Primary Data).
Adam graduated with honors from Occidental College with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Diplomacy & World Affairs.
Shahar Abuhazira
Partner
Head of Business Development
Experienced Chief Executive Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the Defense & Space industry. Skilled in Sales, Business Planning, Marketing, Business Development, and Entrepreneurship.
Shahar Abuhazira is the CEO and founder of Alpha Dawn – an Aerospace & Defense Accelerator and Advisory firm, located in Washington D.C.
Between 2012 to 2018, Shahar Served as the Chief Executive Officer of Roboteam Inc.; He joined the team in 2012 as Vice President for Sales & Marketing. He has extensive Sales and Marketing Management experience, mainly in the Israeli and US Military & Defense markets. In his former position as the Business Development Manager at Armaz Group, he was responsible for initiating & executing challenging and complex sales solutions based on technology and long-term service. Mr. Abuhazira holds a B.A in Business Management (Specialized in Accounting) and post-degree diplomas in Accounting, Project Management, and Negotiation.
Behir Sabban
Partner
Legal Advisor
Behir Sabban is the founding partner of Sabban Law. Prior to establishing Sabban Law, Behir was a partner at Fischer Behar Chen Well Orion & Co., a leading Israeli law firm.
Before moving to Israel, Behir was an associate in the New York office of Morrison & Foerster and was a member of its tax controversy practice.
Behir is admitted to the bar in Israel and New York. Behir has a J.D. from Harvard Law School (2001) and a B.A. (magna cum laude) from the University of Pennsylvania (1997).
Managing Directors
Menahem Landau
Managing Director
Head of Caveret
Retired LTC Menahem Landau headed UAV Branch at IMOD/DDR&D Aeronautical Division, retired December 2020. His responsibilities included R&D activities for all related unmanned system domains, operational and technological concepts, platforms, payloads, communications, propulsion, operator stations etc. In addition, he was the IMOD Program Manager for development of UAV and Drone systems for the IDF. Previous assignments include positions responsible for R&D, development and fielding of UGS systems, electro-optical weapon systems at IMOD, tactical UAVs for battalion and brigade echelons at IMOD and IDF/GFC/Operational Requirements Dept. and as a program officer at the Technological Division of IDF/GFC. Menahem holds a B Sc. in Mechanical and Electro-Optical Engineering from the Technion, and an M.B.A in Entrepreneur and Business strategy.
Yahav Regev
Executive Director
CEO of Titan Innovations
Experienced Research And Development Specialist with a strong demonstrated experience in the special operations force’s industry. Skilled in Research, R&D, Technology Needs Analysis, International Co Development, and Program Management. With a successful and rich background in connecting needs between the military field and the fields of industry and civilian applications. A finance savvy and business-oriented mindset with a passion and experience in project management and leading creative initiatives in dynamic environments and changing environments.
Maor Messinger
Portfolio Manager
Head of M&A
Maor’s role includes leading collaboration processes with potential companies and organizations in new environments for product integration in various markets.
Experienced CEO, Operations Manager, and Strategic Consultant.
Skilled in Market Analysis, Investor Relations, identifying opportunities, and managed several M&A’s.
Maor holds a B.A. in business management and entrepreneurship from "Ben Gurion University" and held a position of a faculty member in the IDC school of entrepreneurship and in the Recanati international business program.
Executive Directors
Ben Weiss
Finance Director
Founding General Partner of venture capital funds that have reached over $150M in aggregate assets under management
14 portfolio exits to date, including 4 IPOs.
Venture Partner for Softbank Ventures Asia.
20 years of experience in 7 countries via a diverse range of roles in Asia, including with Salomon Smith Barney, Macquarie Bank, Shinsei Bank, AXA, CLSA and Baker and McKenzie
Benjamin holds Bachelor of Law and Finance degrees from the University of New South Wales and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA).
Admitted solicitor and member of the Sydney College of Law.
Zack Fagan
Investment Director
After graduating from high school, Zack attended the IDC business school where he studied finance and entrepreneurship. He excelled in his studies and landed a job at a top investment bank upon graduation.
At the investment bank, Zack quickly proved himself to be a valuable asset, helping to secure funding for numerous startup companies. He developed a reputation as a savvy and successful startup investor and was soon promoted to a leadership role within the bank's venture capital division.
In his new position, Zack focused on identifying and investing in the most promising early-stage startups, helping them to grow and succeed.
He also served as a mentor to many of these young entrepreneurs, sharing his knowledge and experience with them.
Deborah Zinger
Marketing Director
Deborah worked in marketing for over 18 years in Israeli and international companies.
Among her specialties are market analysis, identifying global trends, customer segmentation, naming, digital marketing, and brand awareness.
As a mentor for venture capital funds in the past, Deborah has vast experience accompanying young companies from their earliest stages.
Ido Noach
Legal Director
Ido holds an LL.B and a BBA from IDC, he is a senior partner adv in Noach Tsevi Law Firm since 2017.
Ido guides industrial corporates and government entities in complicated negotiations, and in large-scale projects in Israel. He is also in the fields of technological and catering projects.
Ido is experienced in negotiations, development and business strategy, entrepreneur, managing and funding complicated procedures.
Leigh-Elle Klyne
Investor Relations