Ziv Gillat

About Ziv Gillat

I\'m a collaborative and results-driven C-suite technology executive with deep experience in product strategy, business development, and sales — spanning online, retail, and distribution channels. Throughout my 30-year career, I\'ve helped scale innovative companies by building strong partnerships, refining go-to-market strategies, and leading cross-functional teams across product, marketing, and sales.My approach blends creativity with execution. I thrive at the intersection of technology and customer need, translating market insights into revenue-generating solutions while driving innovation — evidenced by my contributions to several patented technologies in digital media optimization and AI-driven image recognition.I speak both English and Hebrew, and I love working in diverse, global environments. Whether I\'m collaborating with C-suite peers, mentoring talent, or launching a new venture, I\'m fueled by a passion for turning ideas into meaningful growth. I was honored by my alma mater with the Outstanding Achievement in Entrepreneurship Award, a recognition that reflects not only past accomplishments but my continued commitment to building what\'s next.

Experience

1. Business Mentor

   50 50 Startups

   May 2022 — Present · Mountain View, CA, US

   Business Mentor at 50:50 Startups, an organization focused on empowering underrepresented founders by providing mentorship and resources to help them build successful startups. I offer strategic guidance on business development, growth strategies, and scaling challenges, with a focus on fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in the startup ecosystem.

Education

• University of Massachusetts Amherst

  BS in Computer Science, minor in Mathematics

  1990 — 1995