Chico Menashe

Co-General Manager at Start-Up Nation Central, an independent non-profit that builds bridges to Israeli innovation. Board member at the Israel National Council for the Child

Chico Menashe is an experienced manager with a demonstrated history of leading organizations in the media industry.1 As of September 30, 2023, Chico Menashe started a new position as Chief Executive Officer at Asif: Culinary Institute of Israel.4

Professional Experience

Current Role: Chico Menashe currently serves as the CEO of Asif: Culinary Institute of Israel. In this role, he is involved in various culinary initiatives and projects:

Commemorating individuals through culinary events, such as the "A Place at the Table" initiative2
Leading efforts to nourish those in need through the institute's work3
Exploring and promoting Israeli culinary innovation

Previous Role: Prior to his current position, Chico Menashe was associated with Start-Up Nation Central. In this capacity, he was involved in:

Welcoming international business leaders, such as the Global Head of Cyber of Siemens Energy, to explore potential solutions and innovations5
Organizing gatherings for female business leaders from across four continents6

Education

Chico Menashe's educational background includes studies at Bar Ilan University.1

Areas of Expertise

Chico Menashe's professional focus spans several areas:

Culinary innovation and education
Business leadership and management
Promoting Israeli technology and innovation
Organizing international business collaborations

Through his roles, Chico Menashe has demonstrated a commitment to fostering culinary excellence, supporting those in need, and promoting Israeli innovation on both national and international stages.