SeedIL Ventures

Walking into a room where we’re the only women is a common experience for us. As female investors in venture capital, my partner Cynthia Phitoussi and I are often surrounded by male entrepreneurs and investors. When we moved to Israel as new immigrants, we set out to create opportunities not just for ourselves, but for others who, like us, were ready to challenge the status quo. What began as an investment club quickly grew into SeedIL Ventures , a VC firm that invests in bold founders and groundbreaking ideas. Along the way, we’ve seen firsthand how diversity leads to stronger businesses, smarter decisions, and more impactful innovation, evidenced by some of the amazing women entrepreneurs tagged. So, on International Women’s Day, we want to take the opportunity to celebrate the women redefining industries and the allies by our side. If you’re a woman founder, we would love to hear from you! #InternationalWomensDay

I recently asked an early-stage investor how they decide, within seconds, whether a founder can succeed. Her answer? It has nothing to do with the pitch deck. Here’s what investors are *really* looking for in the first 30 seconds of a meeting—and why most founders miss it, according to Audrey Chocron: 1. How co-founders interact Investors aren’t just listening to what you say; they’re watching how you and your co-founder communicate. → Do you back each other up or talk over one another?  → Do you hesitate before answering key questions?  → Do you know one another well or have you just met? These small cues reveal whether your partnership is built for the long run. 2. How convincing you are Fundraising is selling. If you can’t make an investor believe in your company, how will you convince customers to buy or top talent to join? Investors look for founders who can tell a compelling story and confidently handle objections. 3. Whether you can raise again For investors, today’s check is just the first step. They want to know: a. Can you continue raising capital? b. Can you sell a vision that attracts future investors, customers, and partners? The way you carry yourself signals whether you’ll be able to grow from pre-seed to Series A and beyond. Of course, investors eventually dig into the details—business models, customer references, financials. But those first 30 seconds? They set the tone for everything. Before your next investor meeting: ✅ Align with your co-founder Have a shared narrative. Be clear on who speaks when, and practice answering tough questions together. ✅ Refine your story Don’t just pitch numbers; explain why your company matters and how you’ll win. ✅ Project confidence Be clear, direct, and intentional in your communication. Investors invest in people first. ✅ Know what comes next Be ready to explain how you’ll raise the next round and what milestones you’ll hit to get there. What’s one thing you always do before an investor meeting?

Great to see Cynomi highlighted as a company to watch in 2025 quoting our 2024 performance and the massive opportunity to leverage AI to enhance cybersecurity 🚀 However... I *really* wish they stop using that stock photo in Cynomi coverage - it was a scrappy photo shoot we did early on, I only had a t-shirt with me and needed to borrow David's spare shirt 😅 Full article in 1st comment

💥 We’re Now Latica: A New Era in Healthcare Discovery 💥 We’re excited to share a significant milestone in our journey: Lynx.MD is now Latica! This rebranding marks the start of a new chapter in our mission to transform healthcare. Latica reflects our vision of accelerating medical research through connected data and seamless collaboration. With cutting-edge AI and computer vision, our platform empowers researchers, providers, and life sciences organizations to unlock the potential of siloed healthcare data, driving innovation and improving outcomes. The name Latica is inspired by the strength and interconnectedness of a lattice structure—symbolizing the secure, robust ecosystem we’ve built to support groundbreaking advancements in medicine. Thank you to our incredible partners, team, and supporters for being part of this journey. Together, we’re shaping the future of healthcare through the power of data and collaboration. Learn more about our vision and mission at www.latica.ai. #Rebranding #Latica #HealthcareInnovation #AIinHealthcare #DataCollaboration

We’re overjoyed to share a new chapter in our collaboration with Walmart Chile! After a successful pilot, our AI-powered Smart Cart technology is now rolling out to new Líder Express stores. 🎉 This rollout brings advanced computer vision technology to everyday grocery shopping, making it faster, simpler, and more convenient. "At Walmart Chile, we are committed to helping our customers save money and live better. Implementing new technologies that save time for our customers is one of the ways we bring this mission to life. We are excited to expand into five new districts, bringing innovation to more people, enhancing their shopping experience, and putting a smile on our customers' faces with every visit," shares Frank Eckert, Central Operations Manager at Walmart Chile. Join us as we set new standards for retail innovation, shopper experiences, and operational efficiency. Dive into the full story>>https://bit.ly/4iescLP #Rollout #RetailInnovation #SmartCart #WalmartChile #LíderExpress #LíderAlCarro #GroceryTech #AI Video production: Ian Marcuson

Come work with me at Cynomi! We have just published 17 open positions, including 5 in our London office - Front-end, DevOps, and Full Stack positions + our first (Senior) Support Manager role to lead and build our support team. It's a great time to join - we've tripled our revenues in 2024, our product continues to lead and define the category and you'll get to work the smartest, nicest colleagues. Oh yes, and I can pretty much promise - whatever 2025 brings - it will never be boring 😎 🚀 all open positions across London/Boston/Herzliya in 1st comment.

SeedIL Ventures outlines challenges and opportunities for VCs in 2025 The company is the latest VC firm to take part in CTech’s 2025 VC Survey - here are some predictions for the year ahead. Featuring Cynthia Phitoussi and Audrey Chocron