2025 impact report - Place il

2025 Impact Report

Make Place for Chance

Behind every successful career, there is someone who gave a chance and changed everything. We partner with Israel’s tech industry to be that chance, transforming potential into professional success, connecting talent from every background with real opportunities, and building a strong tech ecosystem that reflects all of Israel.

Message from our Chairman

The tech industry is moving fast, with Israel at the forefront of the AI revolution. As part of Anu Banu’s broader mission, Place-IL works to ensure that talent from the periphery is not left behind, and that driven, high-potential individuals become part of this transformation. The flagship Student Program reflects our belief in academic talent, equipping students with the tools and experience needed to integrate into the workforce and achieve real economic mobility.
I would like to thank Eynav Haim Sayag for her meaningful contribution to Place-IL, and warmly welcome Shlomit Almog as she steps into the role of CEO.

We invite more companies to join us in discovering motivated talent and making a real impact in Israeli society.

Idan Tendler
Anu Banu, Founder & Chairman
Place-IL, Chairman
Vine Ventures, Partner

What We Did

Nationwide talent access from underrepresented population
A bias-free professional vetting process
A proven placement approach based on practical internship

2025 Impact At a Glance*

*Data accurate as of December 31, 2025

Our Industry Partners

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The Student Program

Investing Early in Israel’s Tech Future

Investing Early in Israel’s
Tech Future

As Israel’s tech ecosystem continues to evolve, the need to invest in talent earlier in the employment journey has become critical. Students represent the next generation of professionals who will shape the future of the Israeli economy.

This year, we launched the Student Program to open professional pathways for students from across Israel, connecting them with meaningful opportunities in the tech industry.
For employers, the program creates access to highly motivated talent that is adaptable, AI-ready, and able to deliver value quickly.

53 students

accepted
into the program

22 students

successfuly placed
in development roles

Geographic Distribution of Place-IL Talents*

Demographic Distribution of Place-IL Talents*

*All candidates who passed our screening process and were accepted into the internship program

*All candidates who passed our screening process and were accepted into the internship program

Following October 7th, we founded the Israeli Tech Negev Fund to expand employment opportunities in the Negev – both by creating tech jobs in the region and by opening career paths for local residents. we established:

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New Sites in Sderot

Dicomano, CoB,
Bpreven

49

Candidates

From the Negev Placed in Tech Roles

In collaboration with:

The Stories

Behind the Data

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Name
Eitan Michaelevich
Studied
Mathematics and Computer Science student, Technion
Lives in
Kiryat Yam
Role
Student Software Engineer
Click here to Meet the Manager!

Place-IL has been a big part of my success in my career.
Finding a student position was challenging, even as a student at a top university with programming experience. Place-IL created a tailored connection that allowed me to fully utilize my skills in a meaningful role.
That connection with Elbit was the first time I felt like the employer really looked at my skills amongst endless CVs and candidates.”

Name
Hilit Kuhnreich
Role
VP HR C4I and Cyber, Elbit systems
Click Here to Meet the Talent!

Through our partnership with Place-IL, we were introduced to talented students with great potential. We believe in supporting the next generation and see real value for both sides.”

Name
Bayan Kassem
Lives in
Rameh
Role
Frontend Developer
Click here to Meet the Manager!

I’m proud to be part of Place-IL – an organization that supports graduates throughout their journey into the tech industry. The team provides guidance, clarity, and a strong sense that you’re not alone in the job search process, while also investing in personal growth alongside professional development. Thanks to Place-IL, I was connected to an opportunity that led me to my role in the tech industry.”

Name
Guy Margalit
Role
National Projects @ President's Office
Click Here to Meet the Talent!

As part of Wix’s program to support communities affected by the war, we looked for a meaningful way to create high-quality employment opportunities. Place-IL’s unique screening and subsidy model brought us five talented junior developers from communities we would not have reached through other channels.”

Name
Tareez Ghandour
Lives in
Rameh
Role
Full Stack Developer
Click here to Meet the Manager!

Place-IL’s recruitment process was professional, transparent and supportive. The personal guidance and accurate role matching played a key role in a smooth and successful onboarding.”

Name
Omer Salomon
Role
AI Workflow Engineer & Automation Lead
Click Here to Meet the Talent!

Our experience has been excellent – we gained an amazing and highly professional team member. In less than six months, Tareez already feels like one of us, both in terms of our company DNA and in the quality of her work.”

Name
Shani Sapir
Lives in
Ashkelon
Role
Frontend Developer
Click here to Meet the Manager!

From the very start of the Place-IL program, I always had someone to turn to. I received close guidance, relevant industry-focused learning opportunities, and real support throughout the interview process. Even after I was hired, the team continued to check in and support me. That ongoing sense of care and guidance meant a lot to me.”

Name
Jenny Bruk
Role
SVP of Engineering
Click Here to Meet the Talent!

״We want to express our appreciation to Place-IL for introducing Shani to our team. She arrived with exceptional professionalism, positive energy, and an eagerness to learn and advance. It was immediately apparent how perfectly she meshed with the team. Shani’s ongoing professional development and valuable contributions continue to impress us, and we’re excited about what lies ahead for her. Thank you for this outstanding match.״

Name
David Maroko
Lives in
Beit Shemesh
Role
Software Integration Engineer at Aspire Call Center Technologies
Click here to Meet the Manager!

At every stage of the process, Place-IL provided support, clarity, and thoughtful guidance. Their support continued even after I was hired. What I gained from this journey wasn’t just a job – it was confidence and the ability to believe in myself, a gift that will stay with me for life.”

Name
Idan Aharoni
Role
Information Technology System Administrator at Aspire Call Center Technologies
Click Here to Meet the Talent!

David integrated quickly – socially, professionally and technically. He shows readiness to learn, takes responsibility, has strong self-discipline, and isn’t afraid of challenges or hard work.”

Name
Osher Ehud
Lives in
Arad
Role
Cyber analyst
Click here to Meet the Manager!

This placement was made as part of our partnership with the “Lohamim LaHitech” program and Mamram, a cyber analyst course designed for combat soldiers from Southern Israel.

The course was excellent and highly in-depth, covering the world of cybersecurity and beyond. It develops strong analytical thinking and is closely aligned with the current job market in the field. In addition, Place-IL’s guidance was very supportive, providing a real boost and peace of mind throughout the first job search process, with a clear focus on integrating course graduates into the workforce.”

Name
Saar Ben Yehuda
Role
Head of the Sectoral Cyber Unit
Click Here to Meet the Talent!

״Osher joined us through the “Lohamim LaHitech” program and was placed as an Analyst in the Sectoral Cyber Unit at the Ministry of Energy. He integrated seamlessly into the team, demonstrating professionalism, strong commitment, and a high ability to learn, while contributing meaningfully to our day-to-day work. We are glad to have him with us and are confident in his continued growth and success in the role.״

Message from our CEO

The past year was a challenging one for Israeli society. Despite this reality, Place-IL continued to integrate individuals from Israel’s social and geographic periphery into the tech industry – proving that there is room for everyone in Israeli high-tech when real opportunities are created.

Looking ahead to 2026, we face a new challenge. While artificial intelligence is narrowing entry-level opportunities for junior talent, it is also enabling more people to take part in the technological economy. This is where responsibility lies. AI can reduce gaps – or widen them, leaving entire populations behind.

In the year ahead, we will harness the power of the tech industry to narrow these gaps, both by strengthening individual employability and by supporting organizations in need of digital transformation.
We thank our partners who choose to collaborate and make an impact with us.

Our call to action for the year ahead is simple: make place for a chance.

Shlomit Almog
CEO

Board Members

Idan Tendler

Idan Tendler

Anu Banu, Founder & Chariman Place-IL, Chairman Vine Ventures, Partner
Gigi-Levy Weiss

Gigi-Levy Weiss

General Partner | NFX
Zika Abzuk

Zika Abzuk

Business Development Senior Manager | Cisco ISR
Zika Abzuk

Dana Nissel

CEO | Anu Banu
Nadir Izrael

Nadir Izrael

CTO & Co-founder | Armis
Tami Bronner

Tami Bronner

Partner | Vertex Ventures
Michal Sarig-Kaduri

Michal Sarig-Kaduri

Government relations @ Wix.com & Manager of the Israel Growth
Yaron Weizenbluth

Yaron Weizenbluth

Partner, Head of Tech sector | PwC
Roni Bonjack

Roni Bonjack

Managing
Partner | at-inc/
Prof. Ziyad Hanna

Prof. Ziyad Hanna

Corporate Vice President | Cadence
Ran Shavit

Ran Shavit

Strategy & Ops
Manager | Google
Rola (Nassar) Bisharat

Rola (Nassar) Bisharat

Former CCO | GM
Ilan Stern

Ilan Stern

SVP Talent | Insight Partners
Itzik Crombie

Itzik Crombie

Co-Founder & CEO | MEGO
Itzik Crombie

Keren Halperin-Musseri

Co-founder & Former CEO | Place-IL

Our impact in 2025 was made possible
thanks to our incredible partners:

Founding Partner

Strategic Partner

Partners

Industry Partner

Founding Partner

Strategic Partner

Partners

Anu Banu works to connect the Israeli tech ecosystem with long-term initiatives that strengthen Israeli society. Place-IL operates as its employment-focused initiative, creating concrete pathways into the workforce and supporting economic mobility across Israel.