Jerusalem Venture Partners (JVP)

Jerusalem Venture Partners (JVP), founded in 1993 by Dr. Erel Margalit, is a leading international venture capital firm headquartered in Jerusalem, with additional offices in New York, Tel Aviv, and Be’er Sheva. The firm focuses on early to growth-stage investments across various sectors including cybersecurity, big data, fintech, foodtech, and digital health. Notable investments by JVP include CyberArk, QlikTech, and Earnix. CyberArk is renowned for its cybersecurity solutions and went public on NASDAQ. QlikTech, a cloud-based business intelligence platform, also had a successful NASDAQ IPO. Earnix, which provides AI-based analytics solutions for insurers and banks, achieved unicorn status with its significant valuation. JVP has raised over $1.4 billion across multiple funds and has a strong track record of successful exits. The firm supports its portfolio companies through the Margalit Startup City model, which offers office space, management support, and strategic guidance in dynamic creative campuses located in Jerusalem and New York. These centers foster innovation and collaboration among startups, entrepreneurs, and strategic partners​.