Global Access. Local Expertise.
Connecting Israel, North America and Europe
David Marek
David draws on three decades spent in banking, finance and investment, to identify and support high-potential early stage startups. His experience leading complex debt, equity and M&A transactions all over the world informs the Tachles approach—deep expertise, attention to detail and execution. David draws on his experience to identify and back top-tier cyber, cloud and AI infrastructure companies, and their exceptional founders, in their earliest stages.
Karel Tušek
Karel is responsible for identifying potential investment projects in AI, cloud infrastructure and cyber security, managing the Tachles VC portfolio, and shaping the firm’s long-term strategy. With decades of experience founding, developing, and leading IT companies, Karel’s extensive insight into both corporate and startup environments drives Tachles VC’s unique position in the Israeli startup market.
Robin Bienfait
Robin is a Partner at Tachles VC. She has over 30 years of experience in mobility, security, business development, and wireless network operations. That includes C-level roles at Samsung, guiding the launch of Samsung Business Services, and at BlackBerry, where she led a $9B+ Enterprise Business Unit. As the founder of EMNOVATE and Atlanta Tech Park, Robin sits at the intersection of corporate expertise and startup dynamism as an integral piece of the Tachles VC vision.
Sivan Kanev
Sivan has nearly two decades of experience in venture capital, investment, and business development across the technology and real estate sectors. His background, expertise, and deep-rooted peer network, are crucial to Tachles VC’s due diligence and deal-sourcing operations.
Boris Chovnik
Boris is a seasoned investment professional with over 20 years of experience who brings a wealth of knowledge to the Tachles VC team. His extensive background spans various asset classes, including public and private equities, derivatives, bonds, and venture capital. Boris has been instrumental in shaping investment strategies, managing risk, and expanding the firm’s international network. His extensive network within the VC world and his unerring ability to identify high-growth potential startups make him an invaluable asset.
Dan Dinnar
Dan brings extensive experience in building and scaling cybersecurity companies to Tachles VC. As a successful entrepreneur, he co-founded Hysolate (acquired) and served as the CEO of Source Defense, establishing himself as a leader in the cybersecurity sector. Dan’s deep roots in the Israeli tech ecosystem, combined with his operational expertise gained from working with companies like CyberArk (IPO) and HexaTier (acquired), make him a valuable asset to the startups he supports.
Yniv Bar-Zik
Yaniv specializes in representing emerging/growth companies, venture capital and private equity funds, and early stage investors and entrepreneurs. He counsels clients on all aspects of their activities, from venture capital and private equity transactions to complex mergers and acquisitions. His expertise spans multiple sectors, including software, cleantech, and cybersecurity. A recognized expert by Legal 500, Yaniv is also a partner at Tel Zur & Co. Law Firm.
Our offices
Israeli dynamism to EU and US Markets
Israel
Israel's vibrant ecosystem produces more cybersecurity unicorns and successful exits than any other region. Tachles has been on the ground, investing in early-stage Israeli startups since 2015.
Central Europe
We have a strong local presence and have been investing in the region for more than decade. For our Israeli portfolio companies, Tachles opens the door to European markets, including the region's world class engineering talent.
United States
From our Atlanta offices in the region's largest tech hub, our elite network of partners and advisors helps Israeli and CEE companies land and expand in the lucrative and dynamic US market.