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Oded Hermoni
Managing Partner - J-Ventures VC fund, Silicon Valley
Oded Hermoni is a seasoned investor with a portfolio that spans over 100 start-ups, including Unicorns/exits like Yotpo, StoreDot, Outbrain, IMGN, Veev, Visby Medical, Omada, Conversa Health, and Datarobot. Currently managing investments through three funds with J-Ventures group, namely J-Ventures fund II, IIB, and J-Impact. Previously, he held roles as a partner at Rhodium, Coin, and an executive at Capital point. Apart from investing, Hermoni has a vast entrepreneurial background, having founded Ozere4u (now Yellow pages) and played key roles in organizations like IATI, Intro, Icon, IVN (Israel VC Network), and Shomrim. Recognized as a top Israeli seed investor and influencer in Silicon Valley, he has an extensive involvement in social activities. His investment spectrum covers various sectors, with a focus on creating a positive impact.
Oded Hermoni is passionate about building a unique investment ecosystem, termed as a "Capitalist Kibbutz," driven by a community of 150 VCs, 100 serial founders, and 200 executives. With a pivotal belief in people, his investments over the past 18 years have primarily been concentrated in Silicon Valley and Israel, aiming for both growth and positive outcomes. His diverse investment portfolio includes sectors like Consumer/Media/Marketing, Automotive/Mobility, Life Sciences, Enterprise/SaaS/Cyber, AI, Fintech/Insurance, AgTech/Industry 4.0, Insuretech, and B2C, showcasing a commitment to innovation and impact. Hermoni has also been a prominent speaker at various prestigious events and educational institutions, sharing his expertise and insights on entrepreneurship and investments.