Axis Innovation

Last week we were excited to welcome back Erez Agmoni to Tel Aviv for our latest Axis Innovation Fireside Chat.

Many of you remember Erez from hashtag , and this time he returned with insights shaped by his journey from pilot to tech entrepreneur to leading global innovation at Maersk, and now co-founding Interwoven Ventures.

A few takeaways that stood out:
💡 Deep tech delivers: Erez’s $26M+ automation projects at Maersk showed the ROI of robotics and industrial AI, now the focus of Interwoven’s growing fund.
⚡ Speed over perfection: “80% and iterate fast.” Even in robotics, agility wins.
🌍 Global outlook: With Fund I nearly closed, Interwoven is now raising a $75–100M Fund II, leaning into Israel’s deep tech strengths.
🤝 Corporate access is key: Ties with Walmart, P&G, and others help startups bypass long enterprise sales cycles.

We’re proud to bring global voices like Erez’s into the Axis community.
👉 Want to learn more about Interwoven or join a future Axis event? Reach out — we’d love to connect!

🔍 Demystifying Generative AI
Join Columbia Business School Professor Daniel Guetta for a clear, engaging talk on how Generative AI actually works - no hype, just real insight.

📍 Spaces - Tel Aviv, We TLV
Derech Menachem Begin 150 We TLV, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Road Street level, Spaces Lobby
📅 Monday, July 14, 6pm
🎟️ Free event | Limited space – register here: https://lu.ma/8h71q57m

Hosted by Axis Innovation and the CBS Alumni Club of Israel.

How Does GenAI Work – and Why Should You Care? · Luma Curious about how Generative AI actually works - and why everyone’s talking about it? Join us for a fun, no-nonsense evening with Columbia Business School…

Exploring corporate innovation, startup strategy, or global tech trends?

This is worth a listen.

Axis CEO, Ed Frank joins the LegendsNLeaders podcast with Ben Weiss to share how we help global corporations connect with the startups shaping the future.

In this episode, Ed dives into:

🔍 Why startup scouting is about relationships, not just databases
🌍 What makes Israel one of the world’s most innovative ecosystems
🚗 How we helped Ford launch a global connected car program
📈 Why billion-dollar exits like Wiz and Waze matter — and what’s next
🤝 How curated, small-scale events drive real cross-border partnerships

Check it out here:

Ed Frank, CEO of Axis Innovation, navigating the flourishing startup ecosystem for disruptive wins! Ed has founded a company that specializes in the fascinating field of startup sourcing. He has developed an incredibly wide ranging network in Israel with th...

Aaaand that's a wrap on the 12th Annual ! 🎊

Amid ongoing conflict, this year’s event was a powerful reminder of Israeli resilience and global connection. With support from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Israel, we welcomed guests from 12 countries who joined us for the conference and a 3-day innovation tour across the country to experience Israeli innovation firsthand.

A huge thanks to our star MC, Yoel Israel with IsraelTech, and our generous sponsors Fox Rothschild LLP, NRW.Global Business Israel, IE University, and DLA Piper.

With their support, we hosted four themed sessions — ⚙️ Industry 4.0, 🛡️ Dual Use, 🤖 AI, and 🌱 Sustainability — plus the Israel Qualifier in partnership with Pegasus Tech Ventures.

🎉 Big congrats to Intuition Robotics, who will represent Israel in California this fall for the $1M prize!

And a huge shoutout to our incredible presenting startups, brilliant panelists and moderators, and international attendees — you made this year unforgettable.

Finally, thank you to our amazing team - Ed Frank, Darina Khanina, Eric Laufer, Talia Reynolds, and Samuel Suss - without whom this event wouldn't have been possible.

🇮🇱 See you in 2026!

🌟 Axis Tel Aviv 2025 — Register Now! 🌟

Israel’s premier tech + investment event returns May 22!
🌿 Sustainability | 🤖 AI | 🚀 Dual Use | ⚙️ Industry 4.0

🎤 Keynotes: Roth (WPP) & Müller (Trendone)
🏆 Official 🇮🇱 qualifier for World Cup ($1M prize!)
🌍 Speakers from 10 countries incl. Polaris, IBM, BMW, Fox Rothschild & Ford
🏙️ Top Israeli startups | 💰 $1.6B+ raised by past presenters
🤝 Small venue = big access

This is where deals happen.

🔗 Limited spots—register now at axistelaviv.com

📍 Peres Center, Tel Aviv
🗓️ Thursday, May 22

🌟 Register now for Axis Tel Aviv 2025! 🌟
Spaces are limited - get your ticket today @ axistelaviv.com

Israel’s premier tech and investment conference returns for its 12th year — bringing together top startups, global investors, and industry leaders to explore 🌿 Sustainability, 🤖 AI, 🚀 Dual Use Tech, and ⚙️ Industry 4.0.

What to Expect:
🌍 Guests and in-person speakers from over 10 countries—featuring industry leaders from Polaris, Renault, IBM, GM, Fox Rothschild, BMW, and Ford
🎤 Keynotes from Roth (CEO, WPP The Store) & Müller (CEO, Trendone)
🏆 Israel’s official qualifier for the World Cup—competing for a $1M investment
🤝 Intimate venue & limited attendance = unparalleled access to panelists & meaningful networking
🏙️ Presentations from Israel’s most promising startups, leading across industries
💰 $1.6B+ raised by past presenting companies

Whether you're an investor, startup founder, or corporate innovator, this is where deals happen. Don’t miss your chance to connect with the people and ideas shaping the future of innovation!

🗓️ Thursday, May 22
📍 Peres Center for Peace & Innovation
🔗 Register now at axistelaviv.com

Today is the last day to get 20% off with the Passover registration code: Passover20

Join us for Axis Tel Aviv – an international startup conference taking place in Israel on May 22!

What to expect:
- 15 top-selected Israeli startups
- 4 pitch sessions: Sustainability, AI, Industry 4.0, Dual-Use
- 300 attendees, including global investors and CVCs
- High-quality networking and more

Startup applications are still open - if you're building something exciting, we'd love to hear from you!

More details:

Axis Tel Aviv 2025: Startups, Investors, Corporations The world is transforming. And innovation is the key to the future. Axis Tel Aviv, now in its 12th year, brings together Israeli startups, global investors, and industry leaders to drive change, forge deals, and shape what’s next.

💥 Axis Tel Aviv Keynote Reveal! 💥

We’re excited to announce David Roth as a keynote speaker at Axis Tel Aviv 2025!

As CEO of The Store WPP (EMEA & Asia) and Chairman of BrandZ and BAV Group, David is one of the world’s leading voices on branding, strategy, consumer behavior, and the transformative role of AI.

🎤 His keynote, “AI & Humans: Interesting Interactions,” will dive into how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the way we think, act, and connect.

Join us on May 22 for and get ready for a powerful presentation on the evolving relationship between humans and technology!

Axis Innovation is proud to partner with Pegasus Tech Ventures as the exclusive Israeli partner for the 2025 Startup World Cup. Together, we're selecting one standout startup to represent Israel at the Grand Finale in San Francisco, where they'll compete for a $1 million investment prize and global exposure. The journey begins at Axis Tel Aviv - apply now to take your startup to the world stage.

Link to apply - in the first comment.

🚀 Israeli Startups – Apply to Present at Axis Tel Aviv 2025! 🚀

Get the chance to showcase your innovation on stage to international investors and corporations and be recognized as one of Israel’s leading startups.

About
🔹 2025 Focus Areas: AI | Sustainability | Industry 4.0 | Dual-Use
🌟 Industry-leading keynote speakers, panels, and roundtable discussions
🌍 Global investors & multinational corporations in attendance
🤝 High-value networking & dealmaking with Axis Innovation’s global network
💰 $250M+ raised by past presenting startups

Why Apply?
✅ Pitch live + Q&A with investors
✅ Startup booth in Startup Alley
✅ Exclusive VIP investor dinner
✅ Featured in Axis Tel Aviv investor booklet

Limited spots available - apply now!

🔗 Application link in the first comment 👇

🚀 Israeli Startups – Apply to Present at Axis Tel Aviv 2025! 🚀

Get the chance to showcase your innovation on stage to international investors and corporations and be recognized as one of Israel’s leading startups.

About
🔹 2025 Focus Areas: AI | Sustainability | Industry 4.0 | Dual-Use
🌟 Industry-leading keynote speakers, panels, and roundtable discussions
🌍 Global investors & multinational corporations in attendance
🤝 High-value networking & dealmaking with Axis Innovation's global network
💰 $250M+ raised by past presenting startups

Why Apply?
✅ Pitch live + Q&A with investors
✅ Startup booth in Startup Alley
✅ Exclusive VIP investor dinner
✅ Featured in Axis Tel Aviv investor booklet

Limited spots available - apply now!

🔗 Application link in the first comment 👇