Erel Margalit, founder of JVP and Margalit Startup City, discusses with i24 News the reopening of JVP’s international investment hubs and their role in economic recovery post-COVID-19. The interview highlighted JVP’s efforts in supporting global startups, raising $290 million for 25 companies, and fostering resilience in uncertain times. Margalit emphasized Israel’s advantage as a startup nation, noting a 40% increase in investment compared to global declines. He underscored the role of entrepreneurs in bridging international gaps, positioning innovation as a unifying force amid political and economic fragmentation.
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JVP is a leading international Fund with strong presence in Israel and New York. For the past 30 years, JVP has been instrumental in building some of Israel’s international category leaders, scaling them to North America, Europe and Asia, with significant ownership positions. JVP invests early, taking large positions on a low-cost basis, and then invests in the companies again, to maintain and increase its position, with leading third party international Funds.