Transform your R&D 'Black Box' into a strategic ROI driver
How I can help?
Fractional VP R&D
Executive Leadership on Demand
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Align engineering output with business ROI goals.
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Open the "Black Box" through radical transparency.
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Optimize delivery and OpEx/CapEx budgets.
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Build technology foundations for commercial success.
Best for: CEOs needing strategic oversight and accountability.
Engineering Velocity Turnaround
Transforming underperforming R&D teams into high-speed engines:
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Identify and remove critical bottlenecks.
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Deploy AI-Native and Lean methods to boost throughput.
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Design team topologies that minimize dependencies.
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Cultivate a culture of ownership and excellence.
Best for: Organizations where R&D throughput is a barrier to scale.
AI Transformation
Maximizing Throughput via AI Integration
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Identify high-impact AI use cases for development.
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Embed AI-assisted coding and automated testing.
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Target a 30% reduction in Time-to-Market.
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Integrate AI tools without disrupting critical workflows.
Best for: CTOs looking to unlock capacity without increasing budget.
M&A Readiness &
Due Diligence
Diagnostic Precision for Funding, M&A, and Beyond
Providing the "Ground Truth" for investors, boards, and founders:
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Technical Debt and infrastructure scalability risks.
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Engineering Maturity and workflow quality standards.
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M&A Readiness based on real-world exit experience.
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Investment Readiness for funding and acquisitions.
Best for: Founders and investors needing clarity before an exit or round.
Executive Mentoring
Developing Technical Leaders into Business Partners
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Transition VPs and CTOs from management to strategy.
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Support first-time founders in complex decision-making.
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Align engineering leadership with commercial goals.
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Challenge assumptions to refine organizational strategy.
Best for: Technical leaders leveling up their strategic impact.
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What makes me different?
Bridging the gap between global R&D complexity and business growth through strategic engineering and executive mentoring
My experience spans the entire business spectrum, from scaling high-growth startups to advising global enterprises and mid-market companies.
I specialize in guiding organizations through critical junctions, such as comprehensive Due Diligence preparation for acquisitions, while maintaining a cross-functional focus on process optimization and unlocking the full potential of engineering development teams.
From startup
to exit
/ Yad2 (CTO):
Biggest Israeli classified
As the CTO of Yad2, Israel’s premier classifieds giant, I spearheaded the transformation of the R&D department, scaling it from the ground up into a high-performing organization of over 100+ engineers.
I was responsible for defining and executing the company's comprehensive technology strategy and played a pivotal role in its historic acquisition by Apax Partners in 2026 for €950 million. During this process, I led the entire Technical Due Diligence, ensuring a seamless transition and maximum valuation. I managed complex, multi-disciplinary units, including Mobile, CRM, Cyber & Security, Fullstack, and DevOps, delivering technological excellence at a massive scale
/ Umoove (VP R&D):
Innovating eye tracking startup
Led high-innovation teams in the computer vision and motion-tracking space.
Managed specialized R&D groups pushing technical boundaries in a fast-paced hardware-software integration environment.
/ Amdocs, Matrix, Colmobil (R&D Director)
Enterprise Experience
Managed large-scale development groups in leading global organizations, balancing corporate stability with agile engineering innovation.
AI: Innovation or Tech Debt?
"85% of AI projects will fail to deliver on their intended promises through 2025 due to lack of strategic alignment."
- Gartner
"Only 14% of organizations have the specialized infrastructure and scalable frameworks required to run advanced AI."
- Cisco
"72% of leaders admit they lack a clear roadmap to transition from AI pilots to full-scale production."
- IBM
Frequently Asked
Questions
1/ How do I know if we’re a good fit?
I partner with leaders who are looking to challenge the status quo and value radical candor. My approach is built on honest, high-level strategic discussions and driving tangible results. If you are looking for a consultant to simply "tick boxes" or validate existing biases, I am likely not the right partner for you.
2/ Who is your typical client?
I work with CEOs, CTOs, and Boards of global enterprises, mid-market companies, and high-growth startups. My clients are typically at a critical junction—whether facing a massive scale-up, an acquisition, or a need for deep cultural and structural change.
3/ What kind of engagements do you lead?
My work centers on strategic technology leadership. This includes leading IT & Digital Transformations, overseeing Technical Due Diligence, and restructuring R&D departments into high-performing organizations. I also provide Fractional CTO services and executive mentoring for technology leaders.
4/ How do you approach a new organization?
I begin with a diagnostic phase: deep-dive sessions to identify underlying architectural, human, and business bottlenecks. I don't believe in "one-size-fits-all" frameworks. We collaborate to define a bespoke roadmap, and then I stay to ensure the execution of real change, not just a slide deck.
5/ Technology is your background, but is your expertise broader?
Yes. While I bring deep technical DNA, my focus is Business Transformation. True success is never just a "tech problem"—it’s a synergy of leadership development, operational efficiency, and cultural alignment. I bridge the gap between complex engineering and business goals.
6/ What is the typical duration of an engagement?
It is strictly impact-driven. Some clients require a sprint-based project (e.g., preparing for an exit), while others retain me as a Fractional Leader or long-term advisor. My objective is to build internal capabilities and sustainable systems, ensuring I create lasting impact without creating dependency.
7/ Do you operate solo or with a team?
I operate as a senior advisor, but I leverage an extensive global network of specialists (DevOps, Cyber, Data Science) to scale support when a project demands it. I am equally effective working with your in-house talent or helping you recruit and build a new team from the ground up.
8/ How do we initiate the process?
We start with a discreet, high-level consultation. No sales pitch—just a professional assessment of your current challenges and an honest evaluation of whether my expertise aligns with your strategic objectives.