Meet the leadership team of BriefCam

A high-tech software veteran and serial entrepreneur, Matz is guiding BriefCam as it enters new markets and delivers video analytics solutions for businesses and consumers worldwide. Before joining BriefCam, Matz was President and CEO of Aternity, Inc., a leading provider of End User Experience (EUE) and application performance monitoring solutions. Under Matz’s leadership Aternity was repeatedly recognized by industry influencers and analysts as delivering best-in-class EUE solutions. With Matz at the helm, Aternity was embraced by household brands throughout every industry, leading to the company’s 2016 acquisition by Riverbed Technology. Prior to Aternity, Matz served as worldwide managing director of Application Integration for InterSystems Corporation where he took Ensemble from launch through recognition as the #1 Integration Platform in HealthCare. Before his global responsibilities for InterSystems integration initiative, Matz served as managing director for the Eastern Mediterranean, Middle East, India, and Africa.

Professor Shmuel Peleg holds more than 20 US patents which have formed the basis for the establishment of numerous, successful high-tech companies. He was twice awarded the Hebrew University Kaye Innovation Award for his work. Professor Peleg has been a faculty member at the Hebrew University since 1980, serving as the chairman of the School of Computer Science from 1989 to 1991, and has held visiting positions at the University of Maryland, New York University, and the Sarnoff Corporation. He has published over 150 technical papers in computer vision, has served as chairman of multiple prestigious computer vision conferences, and co-founded the Computer Vision Foundation. Prof. Peleg received his BSc degree in mathematics from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and his MSc and PhD degrees in computer science from the University of Maryland, College Park.

Michal joined BriefCam in 2011 after serving as Vice President of Finance at ImageID and, following its acquisition by Zetes industries, as Vice President of Finance of the Zetes ImageID Innovation Center. Previously, she held a management position at Rozenblum-Holtzman accounting practice. Ms. Hillel holds a BA in Economics and Accounting and an MA in Law from Bar Ilan University, and is a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Israel.

Tom joined BriefCam in 2011 to lead the company’s Software Engineering Group. Prior to BriefCam, he was at MindArk, where he led the development of Entropia Universe, a 3D platform for online entertainment, communication and e-commerce. Edlund graduated from Chalmers University of Technology, Gothenburg, Sweden with a M.Sc. in Physics, Mathematics and Computer Science.

Tomer joined BriefCam in 2017 with a wealth of experience as an entrepreneur and product management executive. As the Director of Product – Mobile at LivePerson, Saar lead the team that developed the first Enterprise App-Messaging product for customer service and then launched it with T-Mobile. Prior to LivePerson, he was the CEO and Co-founder of Appdator, where he used his management and product development expertise to successfully lead the company through product development, funding, deployment and strategic partnerships. Tomer has also worked for Raphael Advanced Defense Systems and Essence Security where he helped define and develop digital video security solutions. He holds an MBA from Tel Aviv University and a B.Sc in Electrical and Software Engineering from Technion-Machon Technologi Le’Israel.

Hagy brings more than 24 years of experience in software development and a proven track record of engineering leadership, delivering enterprise-grade platforms and solutions. Hagy provides both technical and management expertise in Cloud/SaaS, imaging, billing and customer care products. Previously the CTO for BackPack.io and Tradesmarter Holdings, he led worldwide development teams from successful product design through deployment. Prior to that, Hagy served as Head of Software Applications and Development for Zetes, ImageID Innovation Center, where he had full responsibility for designing, developing and testing its entire line of software solutions. Hagy holds a degree in ADP and Computer Engineering from Tel-Aviv University.

Warren Stein joined BriefCam in 2010 and has driven BriefCam’s widespread adoption in the EMEA and Asia Pacific regions. Previously, Warren served as VP Global Sales at RDT JETRO, where he was responsible for setting up worldwide channels and shaping strategy in new international markets. Prior to that, he has held positions as General Manager APAC of Aladdin Knowledge Systems. Stein holds an Executive MBA from Rutgers Business School and a BA in Economics and Business Management from the University of South Africa.

Amit joined BriefCam in 2009 and has overseen the growth of BriefCam’s business in North America. Gavish has 16 years of business management and security operations experience in both the U.S. and Israel, where he served as the Deputy Director of Security at the Office of the President of the State Israel. Previously, Gavish was a risk management consultant specializing in risk assessment, emergency planning and the development of advanced training programs. He continues to be actively engaged in market education and is a highly-regarded speaker in the HLS space.

Gideon Ben-Zvi is a successful serial entrepreneur who has founded six companies as CEO or Chairman, resulting in one IPO and one M&A event thus far. His other companies are all emerging market leaders in their spaces. He serves as the Chairman of the Board at enVerid Systems and BriefCam; a board member at Valens and OzVision; a partner and investor at Aviv Ventures; and an NGO board member of Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design Jerusalem and of the Jerusalem Transport Master Plan team (JTMT). He has been a member of YPO since 2003. Mr. Ben Zvi received his MBA from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, and holds a BSc. in Computer Science and Math from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

Professor Shmuel Peleg holds more than 20 US patents which have formed the basis for the establishment of numerous, successful high-tech companies. He was twice awarded the Hebrew University Kaye Innovation Award for his work. Professor Peleg has been a faculty member at the Hebrew University since 1980, serving as the chairman of the School of Computer Science from 1989 to 1991, and has held visiting positions at the University of Maryland, New York University, and the Sarnoff Corporation. He has published over 150 technical papers in computer vision, has served as chairman of multiple prestigious computer vision conferences, and co-founded the Computer Vision Foundation. Prof. Peleg received his BSc degree in mathematics from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and his MSc and PhD degrees in computer science from the University of Maryland, College Park.

A high-tech software veteran and serial entrepreneur, Matz is guiding BriefCam as it enters new markets and delivers video analytics solutions for businesses and consumers worldwide. Before joining BriefCam, Matz was President and CEO of Aternity, Inc., a leading provider of End User Experience (EUE) and application performance monitoring solutions. Under Matz’s leadership Aternity was repeatedly recognized by industry influencers and analysts as delivering best-in-class EUE solutions. With Matz at the helm, Aternity was embraced by household brands throughout every industry, leading to the company’s 2016 acquisition by Riverbed Technology. Prior to Aternity, Matz served as worldwide managing director of Application Integration for InterSystems Corporation where he took Ensemble from launch through recognition as the #1 Integration Platform in HealthCare. Before his global responsibilities for InterSystems integration initiative, Matz served as managing director for the Eastern Mediterranean, Middle East, India, and Africa.

Yoav Cherlouche has over 30 years of experience in management and investments in the global high-tech arena. He has served as the Managing Partner of Aviv Venture Capital since its inception in 2001. Previously, he served as President & CEO of Scitex Corp., a world leader in digital imaging and printing systems. He is a founding investor in Mercury (NASDAQ: MERQ), Radvision (NASDAQ: RVSN), Wizcom Technologies (GER: WZM), Rosetta Genomics (NASDAQ: RVSN), and serves on the Board of Directors, Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE). He holds an MBA from INSEAD, Fontainebleau, France (first in class).

Vern Hanzlik is a dynamic, entrepreneurial senior executive with more than 20 years of experience providing exceptional strategic business leadership. He currently serves as President and CEO at Qumu, which provides the tools businesses need to create, manage, secure, distribute and measure the success of their videos. Previously, he has held positions as President EMEA at Team Informatics, Inc., President of Sajan Software, and CEO/President/EVP of Stellent. Website: Qumu.com

Mr. Fernández is an entrepreneurial Chief Executive Officer with vast international experience in the telecommunications and cable markets. He has served as Co-Chief Executive Officer of Orange España, Chief Executive Officer of the Spanish telecommunications operator Jazztel, and has held various senior management positions within Cable & Wireless. He is a founder of Case Technology, which was acquired by Cable and Wireless.