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Itai Ben-Gal

Vice President of Strategy, Yotpo
Brooklyn, New York,United States
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Itai Ben-Gal's Overview

Total Experience14 years
CompanyYotpo
CountryUnited States

Itai Ben-Gal is a distinguished Professor of Data Science and Engineering at Tel Aviv University, where he also heads the Laboratory for AI, Machine Learning, Business & Data Analytics (LAMBDA). His expertise spans machine learning, artificial intelligence, statistical modeling, and their applications in various domains including industrial engineering, business analytics, healthcare, cybersecurity, and smart cities. Professor Ben-Gal is known for his significant contributions to research in predictive analytics, anomaly detection, and process optimization. He is also an accomplished author and has co-founded several technology companies, bridging the gap between academic research and real-world industry solutions. He actively teaches and mentors students, fostering the next generation of data scientists and engineers.

Professional Summary

Itai Ben-Gal's work history includes a series of influential roles in various companies. Here is a detailed list of his professional journey:

Yotpo - Vice President of Strategy (2024 to Present)
Amit, Pollak, Matalon & Co. - Hi-Tech and Venture Capital Junior Associate (2014 to 2015)
Israel Defense Forces - Team Lead, Master Sergeant, Special Forces Unit (2008 to 2009)

Notable Achievements

Head of LAMBDA (Laboratory for AI, Machine Learning, Business & Data Analytics)

Leads a prominent research lab at Tel Aviv University focused on cutting-edge research and applications in AI, machine learning, and data analytics across various industries.

Author of 'Knowledge Discovery from Data Streams'

Co-authored an influential book in the field of data stream mining and real-time analytics, providing comprehensive insights and methodologies.

Co-founder of several technology companies

Successfully translated academic research into practical applications by co-founding multiple tech startups, including oolo and CB4 (acquired by Gap Inc.).

Extensive Publications and Citations

Has a prolific publication record in leading academic journals and conferences, with his work being widely cited, indicating significant impact in the fields of data science and operations research.

Educational Background

Bachelor's Degree, Law & Business Administration

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem - Year 2010

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Company Overview

Yotpo
Total employees950
HeadquartersNew York
Founded2011

Yotpo is an eCommerce marketing platform that helps brands of all sizes collect and showcase customer-generated content like reviews, photos, and videos. Their integrated solutions for reviews, visual UGC, loyalty programs, referrals, and SMS marketing empower businesses to increase trust, social proof, and sales by leveraging their customers' voices. Yotpo aims to help direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands build strong customer relationships and drive growth.

Yotpo Funding Information
$436M - Total Funding Raised
$230M - Most recent funding amount
8 - Number of funding rounds
16 Mar, 2021 - Latest funding round
Lead Investors:
Bessemer Venture Partners
Access Industries
Vertex Ventures Israel
Tiger Global Management
ClalTech
Coin Ventures
Blumberg Capital
Rhino Ventures
Vintage Investment Partners
Hanaco Venture Capital

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