Former Chairman of the Israel Innovation Authority and Israel’s Chief Scientist in the Ministry of Economy and Industry and the Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Technology
Currently – Chairman of Ofir SouthUp Ventures
Biography & Message for Presentation
With over three decades of executive leadership and innovation expertise, Dr. Amiram Appelbaum is a globally recognized authority in shaping innovation ecosystems and industrial transformation. His distinguished career includes serving as Chairman of the Israel Innovation Authority and Chief Scientist, where he led pioneering initiatives that significantly advanced Israel’s reputation as a global innovation hub.
Dr. Appelbaum also served as Senior Vice President at KLA Corporation, a world-leading provider of semiconductor capital equipment with a market capitalization exceeding $150 billion. His extensive experience spans innovation policy development, scientific research, entrepreneurship, and industrial leadership.
Dr. Appelbaum’s expertise underscores the importance of leveraging advanced technology to boost global competitiveness, adapt to market dynamics, and create a sustainable, innovation-driven future.