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Israel’s high-tech sector has not only endured but continues to attract meaningful investment. Target Global's founding partner Shmuel Chafets underscores a “flight to quality” within the industry, where high-caliber teams remain capable of raising funding even amidst heightened instability. In PitchBook's latest article, Shmuel delved into the transformative potential of the current talent shortage, envisioning a new wave of founders who return with fresh skills and ideas to address pressing, real-world issues. 📰 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/d3h69V2q

Looking to raise a Series A? Then don’t miss our webinar on October 31st 🎃 Target Partner Lina Chong and Candice Ren (173tech) will delve into investor expectations and how to get your data quality in shape before raising your next funding round 💰. Sign up here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dgwGJuyD

Last week, Pascal Thomys took the stage at Informa Connect‘s Super Return Middle East Conference in Dubai 🇦🇪 Joined by Hasan Zainal (Arzan Venture Capital), Ashish Fafadia (Blume Ventures), and Venkatesh Peddi (Chiratae Ventures), the panel discussed how Middle East VC firms can proactively manufacture exits to drive return, sharing the lessons learned and actionable strategies from some of the region’s most successful exits. Congratulations to the whole SuperReturn team for organising such an incredible conference 👏

Europe has long been an innovation powerhouse, yet its startups often take a more cautious approach compared to their U.S. counterparts 🇪🇺🇺🇸. In his latest article for Handelsblatt, Target's co-founder Yaron Valler delved into the cultural and structural factors driving this difference, highlighting the need for European founders to embrace a bolder mindset. While American founders captivate investors with bold vision and unwavering confidence, European entrepreneurs typically focus on careful planning and proven models. However, Europe's deep talent pool and growing AI leadership offer immense potential for global impact. To fully unlock this, European startups must embrace bigger risks, tackle complex challenges, and present their ideas with greater conviction. The potential is there—it's time to show the confidence to match. Full article linked below 👇

MultipleX 2024 is almost here! 🚀 Join us on November 5th in Marylebone for the flagship conference, hosted by the LBS Private Equity & Venture Capital Club, where we'll explore the key trends shaping the worlds of PE and VC 💡 Don't miss this opportunity to connect with influential leaders and peers driving the future of private markets 📊. 🎟 Grab you tickets now through the link in the comments below 👇

📣 Exciting news in Pet Healthcare! The Vets has officially merged with BetterVet, a leading mobile veterinary service, marking a key milestone in the pet healthcare ecosystem 🐶 . This merger unites two industry leaders, leveraging their combined expertise to deliver even more comprehensive, convenient, and compassionate care across the US 🇺🇸 . With over 80 veterinary teams now serving 30 major cities, they’re setting a new standard for mobile at-home veterinary care, making exceptional services more accessible to families nationwide. A special thanks to our partners at Alta Partners for their role in making this possible. We're proud to support The Vets as they continue to reshape the future of pet healthcare!

Are you looking to take your teams to the next level? The Driving High Performance playbook is exactly what you need 🚀 Co-authored by Nik Storonsky and QuantumLight, the playbook distils the best practices for performance management that helped Revolut grow into Europe's most valuable start-up 🇪🇺 🏆. Read the playbook to unlock key insights such as: 💡The three ingredients that contribute to a high-performance organisation and how to measure them 💡How to build a world-class performance team that can take your organisation to the next level 💡 How to make performance matter and reward your A-players Learn more in Forbes linked in the comments below 👇   

Enter is one of the most promising newcomers of recent years! Last week, Jung von Matt and Appinio released their annual Top 10 Rising Stars ranking of German startups 🇩🇪, and we are thrilled to see Enter among these trailblazers! For the past four years, Enter has been on a mission to make energy saving easy and accessible for everyone, and this achievement is a great testament to their impact 🌍 Check out the full list in the comments below 👇

Middle East VC firms are investing billions in start-ups, but how can they proactively manufacture exits to drive returns? Pascal Thomys is taking the stage alongside Hasan Zainal (Arzan Venture Capital), Ashish Fafadia (Blume Ventures), and Venkatesh Peddi (Chiratae Ventures) to discuss the key tactics behind the region’s top exits, the lessons learned, and actionable strategies. Join them at Informa Connect's SuperReturn Middle East conference in Dubai 🇦🇪 on Day 1 (October 14th) at 16:05 GT on the Tech & VC Summit stage 🗓 Full agenda in the comments below👇

📢 "It's time to prioritize public sector reform, talent retention, and structural improvements." In a recent piece for City AM, Target Partner Shmuel Chafets addresses the critical role of the public sector in safeguarding democracies worldwide, shedding light on the importance of reversing the decline in expertise to protect democratic values. As the challenges facing democracies continue to evolve, Shmuel calls for top talent to re-engage with public service, ensuring strong governance and enhanced national security. 📰 Learn more about how strong, well-resourced governments are key to a safer, more resilient future in the article linked below 👇