Ori Aizik is a B.A. student in Economics and Accounting in the Academic Reserve Program, serving as Head of the Strategic Consulting Club at the university, with a strong interest in finance, strategy, and innovation.

Yair Michaeli is a B.A. Psychology and Business Administration student at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem with an interest in the friction between institutional stability and financial disruption. Fascinated by the challenge of applying macro-level rigor to early-stage uncertainty. Previously handled international cooperation at the DDR&D and analyzed small banks and neobanks within the Banking Supervision Department at the Bank of Israel. Currently exploring the world of venture capital and impact at MAAYAN Fund. I believe that understanding the system is the first step toward changing it.

Tom Yariv holds a Bachelor's degree in Social Work with a specialization in Community development and is currently completing her Master's degree in Business Administration, specializing in Finance and Banking, at the Hebrew University. She is the Manager of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center of the Jerusalem Municipality, where she previously served as a Project Manager. Tom has a deep interest in impact investments and the field of finance. Tom combines her multidisciplinary background and leadership experience to bring unique perspectives to the fund.

Aylon Brandes is a B.A. student in Economics and Accounting. Curious about venture capital, technology and the financial world. I believe curiosity is the most important value, It’s the compass that leads to the top. LET’S WIN!

Aviya Madmony is an Accounting and Economics student at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem with a strong interest in risk analysis, valuation, and the gap between what numbers say and what’s actually happening underneath them. Drawn to early-stage investing, imperfect information, and the challenge of turning uncertainty into decisions. Currently participating in a pre-internship program at the Israel Tax Authority in the Valuation and Corporate Restructuring Department.

Ben Tabuch is currently a final-year Bachelor's student in Political Science and Business Administration and is pursuing an MBA with a specialization in Finance and Strategy at the Hebrew University. He worked as an advisor with extensive experience in Israel's defense industries and has been involved with the MAAYAN Fund for two years. As a Jerusalem resident, Ben is passionate about making a meaningful impact on the local ecosystem, leveraging his management skills and academic knowledge to promote positive investments.

Moshe Silberman is a third-year student in the honors program of Law and Accounting at the Hebrew University. He works in the Valuation and Business Restructuring Department at the Israeli Tax Authority and serves as a teaching assistant in the MBA course Impact Investing, taught by Dr. Dan Marom. Moshe is also a research assistant for Professor Miriam Schwartz-Ziv, focusing on ESG, finance, and financial management. With a strong interest in impact investing, ESG, and financial innovation, Moshe combines his legal and financial expertise, academic experience, and research skills to bring valuable insights and perspectives to the fund.

Rona Yaniv is currently a master student in financial economics at the Hebrew University in her first year, with a bachelor's degree in Economics and Psychology. Rona developed a strong interest in finance and investment, serving as the manager of the HUJI VC Club, where she gained valuable experience in venture capital and innovation. Rona’s academic and professional journey reflects a commitment to understanding complex systems and leveraging that knowledge to make meaningful contributions in dynamic environments.

Guy Zur is currently an LLB and MBA student with a major in finance and banking at the Hebrew University, in his fourth academic year. He has experience working at the Ministry of Finance, focusing on public workers’ salaries. With a strong interest in corporate finance, stock market theory, and deepening his understanding of corporate law, Guy brings valuable insights and analytical skills to the fund.

Noam Rinat is an Economics and International Relations B.A. student with a strong interest in startup analysis, impact investing, and public-private financial frameworks. Drawn to early-stage venture capital, industrial sustainability, and market innovation. Currently serving as a project manager at the Israeli Ministry of Finance.

Shirin Awesat is an MBA candidate at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem specializing in Strategy and Entrepreneurship, I am passionate about impact-driven ventures and the potential of businesses to create both financial and societal value. My interdisciplinary background in sociology and international studies has shaped my interest in leveraging innovation, entrepreneurship, and strategic thinking to address complex social and environmental challenges.

Adi Ershied is a law (LLB) and an MBA honors program candidate at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, with a strong interest in energy-tech, impact investing, and the intersection of legal and financial frameworks. Currently, Adi sources EnergyTech deals for the MAAYAN Fund’s team, serves as Program Manager at ForStart — leading a tech-education initiative for underserved youth — and is a Fellow in the Rothschild Ambassadors Program.

Shir Kahanov is a Founding Partner at the MAAYAN Fund at the Hebrew University, where she co-manages the fund's strategic direction, operational framework, and hands-on investment tracks. Shir holds a B.A. in Economics and Political Science, and an M.A. in Political Science with a focus on Political Economy, both from the Hebrew University. Bringing a diverse professional background in the public sector and impact investing, she drives the execution of market-based solutions for measurable impact. Shir blends her deep expertise in venture leadership with a commitment to pioneering a new student-led model that strengthens the broader impact investment ecosystem.

Prof. Dan Marom leads the MAAYAN Fund Academic Team as the Head of the Asper Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the Hebrew University Business School. A world-renowned expert in entrepreneurial finance and alternative funding models, Dan actively drives the convergence of cutting-edge academic theory and real-world venture capital execution. He holds a Ph.D. in Finance from the Hebrew University, an MBA from the Open University, and a B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from Ben-Gurion University. Alongside his academic research, Dan brings a wealth of hands-on market experience, managing an international technology development consulting firm. At the MAAYAN Fund, Dan utilizes his multidisciplinary expertise to co-manage strategic tracks and empower the next generation of venture leaders within the HUJI ecosystem.