Team

Michigan and Israel Team

Founded in 2017, the Michigan Israel Business Accelerator has experienced significant growth. Originally consisting of a CEO, a Board of Directors, and a small team split between Michigan and Israel, the organization has since expanded to better achieve its mission of connecting Israeli innovation with Michigan businesses, enhancing their competitiveness and driving economic impact in both regions.

Scott Hiipakka

Scott Hiipakka

CEO

Michigan US

Bernard Bourgeois

Bernard Bourgeois

Managing Director and Michigan Ecosystem Leader

Michigan US

Krista Siefert

Krista Siefert

Director of Operations

Michigan US

Naomi Miller

Naomi Miller

Director of Israel Partnerships

Israel

Esther Loewy

Esther Loewy

Senior Director of Market Expansion - Michigan/US

Israel

Liza Yedwab

Liza Yedwab

Manager of Israel Operations

Israel

Rachel Fine

Rachel Fine

Community Engagement Manager

Michigan US

Lisa L. Rosenbaum

Lisa L. Rosenbaum

Business Development Operations Specialist

Michigan US

Dan Ryan

Dan Ryan

Defense and Aerospace Advisor

Michigan US