“An intensively packed program, a great use of time. I received insights into the future through the new startups. At the same, I gained a better appreciation of the past through Israel’s history. I would recommend this trip to anyone serious about wanting to get to know the start up scene in Israel and it’s key drivers”

“TradeMissions.org did more then just connect me with Israel’s leading politicians and founders. They did it in a setting which empowered me to build genuine friendships.”

“TradeMissions.org is a superb organization in coordinating visits for investment opportunities to the Start up nation.”

“We had seen almost 50 companies but there was rarely a dull or sleepy moment. The qualities of the companies are simply great.”

“The Trade Mission to Israel was one of the most productive events I have attended. I was impressed by the arranged closed door meetings and intimate dinners with politicians and VIP’s.”

Oren has written books, articles, and essays on Middle Eastern history, and is the author of the New York Times best-selling Power, Faith and Fantasy and Six Days of War: June 1967 and the Making of the Modern Middle East, which won the Los Angeles Times History Book of the Year Award and the National Jewish Book Award.

Oren retired as ambassador to the United States in 2013. In the 2015 Israeli election, Oren was elected to the Knesset for the centrist Kulanu party.

Eyal Waldman Founder Mellanox, acquired by Nvidia $6.9B Yes, Billion with a B. Second largest exit in Israel history.