NOY LEVINSON
New York,USA
Summary
Entrepreneurial business executive with 15+ years of experience driving growth in AI, Cybersecurity, Healthcare, and FinTech. Known for "think big" vision and ability to transform ambitious ideas into scalable business opportunities. Expert in ecosystem development, leading cross-functional teams, and managing complex P&Ls to deliver exceptional business outcomes. Proven track record of developing GTM strategies, forging strategic partnerships, and executing successful M&A initiatives. Passionate about aligning business objectives with market opportunities to deliver transformative results. Exceptional track record in people management and financial analysis.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Venture Capital and Startups, East Coast, North America Region
Amazon Web Service
New York City, USA
01.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Amazon Web Service (https://aws.amazon.com/)
- Built and led AWS's North American Startup and Venture Capital organization ($800M+ P&L), scaling a 35-person team across sales, partnerships, and account management while developing ecosystem strategy in key verticals (GenAI, Cybersecurity, FinTech, Healthcare, Life Sciences)
- Established and managed strategic relationships with top-tier VCs and their portfolio companies, crafting joint product roadmaps, GTM strategies, and sales plays that accelerated growth for high-priority startups while building scalable programs supporting founders from seed to scale
- Created and led the Startups<>VC Corporate Development team, partnering with AWS/Amazon VP Corp Dev and investment funds (Climate Pledge, Industrial Innovation, Alexa) on strategic investments and M&A opportunities, particularly in GenAI sector
- Developed comprehensive startup engagement model including technical enablement, co-marketing initiatives, and GTM strategies that increased platform adoption by 200%, while successfully expanding into new markets (NYC, Boston) and segments (Cyber AI)
- Amazon Web Service (https://aws.amazon.com/)
Head of Startup and Venture Capital Business, Israel and UK, EMEA Region
Amazon Web Service
Tel-Aviv, Israel
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Company Overview: Amazon Web Service (https://aws.amazon.com/)
- Pioneered AWS's first Israel & UK Startup organization, building and leading a team of 25 senior business development professionals (all former founders/investors) while developing vertical-specific revenue strategies that achieved 150%+ YoY growth
- Launched and scaled successful industry vertical strategies (GenAI, Cybersecurity, FinTech, DevOps) that became blueprint for EMEA-wide expansion, driving significant market share growth in key innovation hubs
- Orchestrated strategic ecosystem engagement between high-growth startups, enterprise CxO communities, and global technology providers across EMEA, resulting in multiple seven-figure commercial partnerships
- Created and implemented innovative EMEA-wide programs (GTM Bootcamp, Go-Global, GenAI re:Spark) that exceeded 2022 targets and were adopted as global standards for startup engagement and talent development
- Amazon Web Service (https://aws.amazon.com/)
Vice President of Business and Corporate Development
Team8 Group
Tel-Aviv, Israel
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Company Overview: Team8 Group (https://team8.vc/)
- Built and scaled multiple successful companies from inception, including Claroty (industrial cybersecurity) and Illusive Networks (deception technology), leading ideation, product-market fit, and go-to-market strategy development
- Drove successful exits and strategic transactions for portfolio companies, including Curv to PayPal, Sygnia to Temasek, and Visible Risk/Bitsight to Moody's, while managing investor relations with global financial and strategic investors
- Established and led 'Team8 Village'—an exclusive community of Fortune 500 CIOs and CISOs—leveraging deep enterprise relationships to drive product validation, design partnerships, and commercial opportunities for portfolio companies
- Created and executed comprehensive venture-building playbook for cybersecurity startups, including market analysis, product strategy, customer acquisition, and strategic partnerships that accelerated growth across the portfolio
- Spearheaded 'Rethink AI, Cyber, Data & AI' global thought leadership series in partnership with NASDAQ, positioning Team8 and portfolio companies as industry pioneers while expanding strategic ecosystem relationships with both financial and strategic investors globally
- Team8 Group (https://team8.vc/)
Senior Director of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships
Team8 Group
Tel-Aviv, Israel
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Company Overview: Team8 Group (https://team8.vc/)
- Built and scaled multiple successful companies from inception, including Claroty (industrial cybersecurity) and Illusive Networks (deception technology), leading ideation, product-market fit, and go-to-market strategy development
- Drove successful exits and strategic transactions for portfolio companies, including Curv to PayPal, Sygnia to Temasek, and Visible Risk/Bitsight to Moody's, while managing investor relations with global financial and strategic investors
- Established and led 'Team8 Village'—an exclusive community of Fortune 500 CIOs and CISOs—leveraging deep enterprise relationships to drive product validation, design partnerships, and commercial opportunities for portfolio companies
- Team8 Group (https://team8.vc/)
Chief Strategy and of Business Development Officer
Herzog, Fox & Neeman Law Offices
Tel-Aviv, Israel
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Company Overview: Herzog, Fox & Neeman Law Offices
- Worked with the Management Committee and partners to initiate, direct, support, develop and execute business development strategies for the firm and its practices; ensured that all aspects of the firm’s marcom and marketing operations were effective, efficient and consistent with firm strategy
- Utilized financial data and analytics in strategic decision making to meet firms’ ROI and budget requirements
- Identified and translated market opportunities into a well-defined strategy and oversaw its execution
- Developed and maintained relationships with potential and existing clients and partners, including identifying and evaluating new growth opportunities & building new practices (e.g built the first ever gaming department of the firm)
- Herzog, Fox & Neeman Law Offices
Associate, IP and M&A Corporate Department
Herzog, Fox & Neeman Law Offices
Tel-Aviv, Israel
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Company Overview: Herzog, Fox & Neeman Law Offices
- M&A lawyer for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, strategic investments, and joint ventures as part of the IP & Corporate M&A Department
- Specialized in technology, IP and related commercial transactions across a broad range of industries
- Represented international clients in connection with content and technology licensing, franchising and collaboration agreements, internet initiatives, outsourcing, and other commercial agreements
- Advised clients on privacy protection and data security matters, as well as on intellectual property and information technology aspects of M&A transactions and capital investments
- Herzog, Fox & Neeman Law Offices
Director, Commercial IP Department
G. Moore & Co. Law Offices
Herzliya, Israel
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Company Overview: G
- Moore & Co
- Law Offices
- Directed intellectual property strategy for innovative technology companies, overseeing portfolio management and enforcement of patents, trademarks, and digital assets while specializing in cybersecurity and domain name disputes
- Built and led commercial IP practice focused on protecting technology innovations, managing complex cyber-crime investigations, and resolving international IP disputes for emerging tech companies
- G
- Moore & Co
- Law Offices
Business Development & Strategy Consultant
Tel-Aviv Open University
Tel-Aviv, Israel
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Company Overview: Tel-Aviv Open University
- Led business development initiatives connecting academic research with industry partners, establishing strategic collaborations between university stakeholders, technology companies, and consulting firms to drive innovation and create new market opportunities
- Tel-Aviv Open University
Defense Attaché Chief Operation Officer
Embassy of Israel, Ministry of Defense
London, UK
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Company Overview: Embassy of Israel, Ministry of Defense
- Served as the senior executive liaison with key business and community leaders, fostering strategic partnerships and seeing out special projects in the UK Market
- Led the defense mission team through significant growth and change, building high-performing teams, streamlining operations, and implementing technology solutions to improve processes
- Managed the analytics team in collecting, analyzing, and reporting KPIs and performance metrics, driving data-informed decisions and impactful outcomes
- Embassy of Israel, Ministry of Defense
Liaison NCO, North America Branch, Bilateral Desk
Israeli Defense Force (IDF)
Tel-Aviv, Israel
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Company Overview: Israeli Defense Force (IDF)
- Worked on a regular basis with the ministry of defense, American Embassy and military attachés to foster strategic cooperation between IDF and US military
- Led the professional training course for 50 new commanders
- Received outstanding commander award
- Israeli Defense Force (IDF)
Education
Master of Laws (LL.M) - Business Law
Reichman University (IDC Herzliya)
01.2023
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) - Government, Diplomacy, and Strategy
Reichman University (IDC Herzliya)
01.2023
International Relations and Economics
Birkbeck, University of London
Skills
- Company Building
- GTM Strategy
- Corporate Development
- M&As
- Strategic Alliances
- Deal Structuring
- Contract Negotiating
- Joint Ventures
- Design Partnerships
- Business Growth Strategies
- Emerging Technologies
- C-suite Community Building
- Team Building
- Strategy Building
Mentorshipboardmember
8200 Woman2Woman, Unistream, TechStars, 'SheShe' Facebook, 8200 EISP, Twine Security
Personal Information
Title: M&A and IP Lawyer Diplomatic Relations Expert
Keyareasofexpertise
- Company Building
- GTM Strategy
- Corporate Development, M&As
- Strategic Alliances
- Deal Structuring, Contract Negotiating
- Joint Ventures & Design Partnerships
- Business Growth Strategies
- Emerging Technologies
- C-suite Community Building
- Team and Strategy Building
Attributes
- A long-distance runner
- Results-focused; Can-do approach
- Analytical and strategic thinker
- Complex problem-solving
- Creative thinker & a practical dreamer
- Keen traveler
- Piano Player
Timeline
Head of Venture Capital and Startups, East Coast, North America Region
Amazon Web Service
01.2023 - Current
Head of Startup and Venture Capital Business, Israel and UK, EMEA Region
Amazon Web Service
01.2021 - 01.2023
Vice President of Business and Corporate Development
Team8 Group
01.2019 - 01.2022
Senior Director of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships
Team8 Group
01.2016 - 01.2019
Chief Strategy and of Business Development Officer
Herzog, Fox & Neeman Law Offices
01.2013 - 01.2016
Associate, IP and M&A Corporate Department
Herzog, Fox & Neeman Law Offices
01.2011 - 01.2013
Director, Commercial IP Department
G. Moore & Co. Law Offices
01.2008 - 01.2011
Business Development & Strategy Consultant
Tel-Aviv Open University
01.2007 - 01.2008
Defense Attaché Chief Operation Officer
Embassy of Israel, Ministry of Defense
01.2005 - 01.2007
Liaison NCO, North America Branch, Bilateral Desk
Israeli Defense Force (IDF)
01.2003 - 01.2005
Master of Laws (LL.M) - Business Law
Reichman University (IDC Herzliya)
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) - Government, Diplomacy, and Strategy
Reichman University (IDC Herzliya)
International Relations and Economics
Birkbeck, University of London
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