Lior Weizman

Over the past decade I have been focusing on connecting startups with the world's largest corporations. In my current role I am leading SAP.iO Foundry in Tel-Aviv, which is part of SAP global network of top-tier startup programs. Before joining SAP I have led Deloitte Technology Scouting Services in Israel, where I have supported large multinational companies in engaging with Israeli startups, scout for collaboration, investments or acquisitions, define open innovation strategy, form new partnerships and build their innovation or R&D centers. Before Deloitte I spent 11 years at IBM, while in my last role I have led IBM Israel's Startup & Developer Ecosystem team and was responsible for IBM's first startup accelerator in the world ("Alpha Zone"). I have an MBA from Tel Aviv University and B.Sc. in Software Engineering.