Yaniv Bertele is a distinguished technology executive and entrepreneur with over two decades of experience driving innovation across venture capital, insurtech, and emerging technologies. He holds Master's degrees in Physics and Mathematics from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, and served as an active reserve officer in an IDF Elite Unit, developing exceptional analytical and leadership capabilities.
As Head of Corporate Venture Capital (WaTech™) at Mekorot, Israel's National Water Company, Mr. Bertele successfully managed a portfolio of 16 equity investments in water technology and cleantech startups, achieving notable exits including Bacsoft's acquisition by Sun Corporation (TYO: 6736). His investment expertise spans sustainable technologies and innovative resource management solutions.
In 2018, Mr. Bertele co-founded a pioneering insurtech company that created the world's first AI-powered marketplace for insurance-linked securities, serving as Chief Executive Officer. Under his leadership, the company achieved significant growth and established global operations across multiple international financial centers including Tel Aviv, New York, London, Hong Kong, Seoul, Tokyo, and Dubai.
Bertele held strategic Vice President of Business Development positions at Consumer Physics Inc., where he commercialized SCiO, the world's first pocket-sized molecular sensor that received the World Economic Forum Technology Pioneers Award 2015. He also served in leadership roles at Poseidon Diving Systems, Goji Ltd, and CTG Holdings.
Mr. Bertele is recognized as an industry thought leader, organizing major conferences and contributing to professional publications. His expertise encompasses artificial intelligence applications, venture capital management, international business development, and mathematical modeling. He has successfully recruited high-profile industry veterans, including Jacques Aigrain, former CEO of Swiss Re, demonstrating his ability to attract top-tier talent and build strategic partnerships across global markets.
