Avichay Nissenbaum is Co-founder and Managing Partner at Tel-Aviv based lool ventures, a top decile early-stage VC fund specializing in AI First and Deep-tech innovation. with track record of 4.2X MOIC, 30% Net IRR and 13 Exits Avichay brings a wealth of experience as both an operator and investor, leveraging his expertise to help founders scale transformative startups. As an entrepreneur and operator, Avichay co-founded Yedda Inc., where he served as CEO before its acquisition by AOL, later becoming AOL Israel Country Manager. He also co-founded SmarTeam Corporation, a pioneering PLM solutions company acquired by Dassault Systemes (NASDAQ: DASTY). In these roles, Avichay built and scaled global businesses, driving growth across the US, Europe, and Asia while delivering successful exits. Avichay serves as a director and advisor to multiple portfolio companies, providing strategic guidance to mission-driven founders building globally impactful technologies. A sample of companies Avichay has been working with include: Eleos.health, Lightico, Beewise Voca.ai (Acquired by Snap), Cassidy Bio, BioRaptor, NewMoo, GraphiteRX, ikido ( Acquired by NASDAQ:PTC), Zooz (Acquired by Payu), Medisafe, Sensibo,Talenya ( Acquired by NASDAQ:Paycor , Mabaya – (Acquired by NASDAQ:Criteo), Shopial (Acquired by Magento), Tipa, and as an advisor to several companies, such as, The Gift Project (Acquired by EBay), etc. Additionally, Avichay’s commitment to impact extends beyond venture capital. He is a board member of 'Leaders of the Future,an Israeli non-profit dedicated to fostering leadership and academic excellence among underprivileged youth.