Yair Vardi

Founding Partner

2017 - Current

Fusion is Israel’s most active early-stage accelerator & pre-seed VC backed by some of the most successful founders and investors in the world. We work with early-stage founders in the trenches, providing the first institutional capital and a support system to scale their company in the US. Twice a year, we operate the Fusion Accelerator - 10 weeks intensive go-to-market bootcamp with 150+ sessions. We invest $150,000 in your vision, and work closely with you to build your advisory, hire talent, get customers and raise your next funding round. Since 2017, we've funded over 100 startups with a combined valuation of over $1 Billion. Visit https://www.fusion-vc.com/ Among our alumni: InnPlay Labs (Aquired by Playtika for $300M), DigitalOwl (backed by Insight Partners, RGA, Ibex & Amnon Shashua), Base (backed by Wing VC, Vertex & GoAhead Ventures), Agora RE (backed by Insight Partners & Aleph), Magical (backed by Resolute Ventures), Hoopo (backed by Chartered Group & ZIM), Behavidence (backed by Welltech Ventures), Acsense (backed by Joule VC & Gefen Capital), Quack AI (backed by Hanaco), Obol (backed by Moneta VC), LoudNClear (Bakced by Angular) & Spetz (Aquired by Paradox).

Director of Academic Affairs & Advisor for Innovation

2015 - 2017

Developed and supported US-Israel Technology & Innovation initiatives in the region. The Consulate General of Israel in Los Angeles is one of Israel’s largest diplomatic missions in the world. It covers the entire Southwest region of the United States including Arizona, Southern California, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming. http://embassies.gov.il/la

California Representative

2013 - 2016

Initiated and led business delegations and start-up roadshows to Silicon Valley and Los Angeles. Founded and backed by the 8200 Alumni Association, 8200 For Startups by EISP is a non-profit organization driven by its immensely successful network of entrepreneurs, experts, investors and more, all geared up to provide the participants with the best tools in their journey to success. https://www.eisp.org.il/

Israel Fellow

2013 - 2015

Directed Israel Engagement and Education programs on campus with collaboration of student clubs and key-faculty members. Provided students with the tools to be more effective campus leaders and activists, to learn from civic leaders and build strong relationships within the larger campus community. Initiated joint ventures with UCLA academic centers and community orgs to empower student leadership initiatives. Organized an effective student government campaign to create a more positive campus environment for all students. http://www.international.ucla.edu/israel/home

Officer, Unit 8200

2006 - 2012