In the world of startups, a successful exit is the ultimate goal. But how do you get there? It’s not just about a great idea, it’s about relentless execution, strategic growth, and knowing how to build a company that investors want to buy.
Join us at Startup Grind Tel Aviv for a can’t-miss event with David Siegel, the recent CEO of Meetup, and a veteran tech executive with two highly successful exits under his belt. David knows what it takes to drive massive returns, having delivered investor gains of 5x and 7x.
This isn’t just another talk; it's a deep dive into the real-world strategies of a leader who has built, scaled, and sold companies. David will share his Exit Playbook, offering direct, actionable insights on:
Product development that captures a market.
Rapid revenue growth and traffic acceleration.
Strategic leadership that drives valuation.
Whether you're an early-stage founder, part of a startup team, or an aspiring entrepreneur, this is your chance to learn from a seasoned expert who has been in the trenches and come out on top.
At Startup Grind, we're all about making friends, not contacts, and giving first. This event is a prime opportunity to connect with fellow founders, build your network, and get the education and opportunities you need to build, grow, and scale your company. Don't miss out on the chance to get a competitive edge in Tel Aviv's vibrant startup ecosystem.
Agenda
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Speaker
David Siegel - Israel Tech Mission (Founder & Chairman)
David Siegel is the recent CEO of Meetup, the largest platform for finding and building local communities. He has had 2 exits over the last 6 years where he drove investor returns at the sale of 5x and 7x. He has over 25 years of experience as a technology executive leading organizations through innovative product development, rapid revenue growth and traffic acceleration. Prior to joining Mee…
Hosted By
Shahar Matorin, Israel Country Manager
Country Manager Startup Grind Israel, Partner at Sky Growth Partners - Father, business culture catalyst, Startup ecosystem builder & connector
Experienced Entrepreneur. Shahar has over 20 years of Global startup ecosystem experience. Shahar is the person responsible for putting Israel on the Global Startup Grind map. Today Startup Grind is the largest independent startup community, actively educating, inspiring, and connecting more than 3,500,000 entrepreneurs in over 600 chapters. SG nurture startup ecosystems in 125+ countries through events, media, and partnerships with organizations like Google and Microsoft for Startups.
Skilled in strategy, management, investor relations. Globally connected professional with a can-do attitude.
Now, in this new era of the tech sector, Shahar is teaming up with an experienced partner to launch Sky Growth Partners, a company dedicated to building, growing, and scaling startups. With his wealth of knowledge and experience, Shahar is well-positioned to help Sky Growth Partners succeed in its mission.
Lirone Glikman, Co Director
Lirone Glikman is a global business development expert, an international keynote speaker, and a business relationship strategist. She is the CEO and Founder of ‘The Human Factor by Lirone Glikman’ - a global business development boutique firm. She supports tech companies' growth and expansion into the international markets.
Lirone works with startups, corporations, universities and governments in 4 continents, among them Google, Microsoft, Cornell University, eBay, Australian and Taiwanese governments and more.
Lirone is also an honorary adviser at an external United Nations committee dedicated to the UN's sustainable development goals.
Shir Papo, Co-Director, Operation
Gavriel Ariel, Co-Director, Business Development
With hands-on experience in startup ecosystems, venture building, and global business networks, I help entrepreneurs turn ideas into scalable businesses and investors find ventures worth backing.
Leading Business Development for StartUp Grind Tel Aviv - Responsible for driving strategic partnerships, curating high-value connections between founders, investors, and industry leaders, and designing growth-oriented programs for entrepreneurs.
I lead the Tel Aviv chapter’s business development efforts, overseeing collaborations, sponsorships, and ecosystem engagement, while ensuring founders get access to the right opportunities, networks, and resources to scale.
Always open to meaningful collaborations, strategic partnerships, and high-impact opportunities.
Nir Hazut, Co-Director, Value Creation
I come from the world of investments, with over a decade of experience working with entrepreneurs, investors, and venture capital funds. I founded Nexus Investors Club to help startups raise capital – not just through pitch decks, but by crafting a powerful story, taking the right approach, and understanding the psychology of the investor. I combine deep business insight with human intuition, and I hold a clear belief: money flows to those who project value, vision, and credibility.
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Startup Grind is a global startup community designed to educate, inspire, and connect entrepreneurs. We host monthly events in more than 600 cities and 125+ countries featuring successful local founders, innovators, educators and investors who share personal stories and lessons learned on the road to building great companies. Our monthly fireside chat interviews, startup mixers and annual conferences provide ample opportunities to connect with amazing startups and the people behind them, tap into a strong support network, form meaningful connections and gain inspiration for the startup journey ahead. For more information visit StartupGrind.com or follow us on twitter @StartupGrind.
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