Our TeamDedicated to Innovation and Agriculture
Our team is a blend of scientific expertise and entrepreneurial drive, dedicated to developing groundbreaking technologies that address critical needs in food security and sustainability. Our proven track record in innovation paves the way for a future of abundant and sustainable food.
NetaGenomiX Team
Prof. Itay Mayrose
CSO & Co-Founder
Itay Mayrose is a professor at the School of Plant Sciences and Food Security, Tel Aviv University, Israel, where he leads the lab of plant evolution, bioinformatics, and comparative genomics. Prof Mayrose specializes in the development of novel algorithms and AI-based tools for plant genomic research and is a world leader in plant genomics, genome evolution, and phylogenetics.
Prof. Eilon Shani
CTO & Co-Founder
Eilon Shani is a professor at the School of Plant Sciences and Food Security at Tel Aviv University, Israel. He is a leader in plant molecular biology, developing novel genome-scale CRISPR libraries that allow targeting multiple genes from the same family to overcome functional redundancy in plants.
Ido Braker
CEO
Ido Braker, CEO of NetaGenomiX, exemplifies the pinnacle of leadership in the intersection of agriculture and government operations. His academic background, which includes a degree in Agricultural Engineering, an MBA, and a Harvard Fellowship, has laid a solid foundation for his remarkable leadership skills. Ido’s distinguished career features a significant tenure as a top executive in the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office. There, he demonstrated exceptional proficiency in leading multidisciplinary approach, notably directing critical international projects focused on enhancing regional food security.
Dr. Osnat Yanai
COO
As the COO of NetaGenomiX, Dr. Osnat Yanai combines her extensive academic knowledge in Molecular Biology & Plant Genetics with over 12 years of diverse professional experience. Her work spans from innovative startups to global leaders like Monsanto, showcasing her expertise in tissue culture and molecular biology. Osnat is not just a leader in biotechnology but also a testament to perseverance and resilience, as demonstrated by her achievements as a sub-four-hour marathon runner. Her unique blend of scientific acumen and personal determination makes her an invaluable asset to NetaGenomiX.
Jonathan Henen
Chief Agronomy Officer
Over 40 years’ experience in Agronomy and in Plant Protection. Brings diverse & multidisciplinary knowledge in agricultural and food related technologies from both corporate and startup perspectives. Past Head of Development at Adama Agricultural Solutions. Scouted for the Fund set up by Bayer CropScience & Trendlines in Israel and active in the Israeli startup ecosystem in Food & AgTech. Jonathan holds a BSc & MSc from the Hebrew University.
Dr. Anna Rice
Head of Bioinformatics
Anna has completed her PhD and postdoc in bioinformatics at Tel-Aviv University. Her research focused on the evolution of chromosome numbers in plants and was published in prestigious journals. Before joining NetaGenomiX, Anna has worked as a data scientist in the med-tech domain, which equipped her with a profound understanding of data intricacies and real-world applications.
Shir Ben Yaakov
Lab Manager
Shir leads the molecular genetics division in NetaGenomiX. She holds a BSc from the Hebrew University and an MSc from Tel-Aviv University in Plant Molecular Biology. She has several years of experience in the plant biotech world and in supervising biotechnological science in academia.
AgChimedes – NetaGenomiX’s Holding Company
Erez Vigodman
Chairman
Erez led as President and CEO three prominent companies: Teva – the world’s largest generic pharmaceutical company, ADAMA – the world’s largest generic agrochemical company, the Strauss Group- multinational food and beverage company. He was a member of the advisory committee to Israel’s National Economic Council, a member of the Advisory Board to the Governor of the Bank of Israel, and as a member of the Israel Security Authority Plenary Governing Board. Erez holds a master’s degree in management science (MBA) from MIT.
Dr. Inbar Maymon Pomeranchik
CEO
Dr. Maymon-Pomeranchik is the founder of Biodiligence consulting that bridges between technology and business in the Ag-food tech sectors. Inbar serves as a director/ advisory board in several Int’l companies. She is active in a number of startups. Inbar holds a PhD in molecular biology from the Hebrew University and a Post Doc from the Weizmann Institute.
Dr. Gal Yarden
Science & Technology Lead
Dr. Yarden has over 25 years’ experience as serial entrepreneur, executive and investment leader in the Ag-Bio-Tech & Food industries. In his last role with Monsanto / Bayer (2011-2019) as prospector for Biotech, he established the Open Innovation Platform. He owns directly or via 3 VC partnerships, a portfolio of early-stage and mid-size companies. Yarden holds a PhD in Chemistry from Ben-Gurion University & Post Doc in Plant Virology from ARO.
Jonathan Henen
Agronomy & Regulatory Lead
Over 40 years’ experience in Agronomy and in Plant Protection. Brings diverse & multidisciplinary knowledge in agricultural and food related technologies from both corporate and startup perspectives. Past Head of Development at Adama Agricultural Solutions. Scouted for the Fund set up by Bayer CropScience & Trendlines in Israel and active in the Israeli startup ecosystem in Food & AgTech. Jonathan holds a BSc & MSc from the Hebrew University.
Rodrigo Gutierrez
Head of Global Markets
Rodrigo Gutierrez is a seasoned executive with over 30 years’ expertise in the fields of agribusiness and chemical raw materials. He has held key leadership positions in some of the most prominent companies in the industry.
As the former CEO of CALDIC LATAM, Rodrigo led the company’s operations in Latin America, specializing in chemical raw materials and food ingredients.
Prior to his role at CALDIC LATAM, Rodrigo served as Vice President for ADAMA North America, a leading company in crop protection, and as Vice President for ADAMA Brazil. His contributions to these organizations were instrumental intheir growth and success.
Rodrigo’s career also includes senior management positions at industry giants Bayer and Monsanto, where he honed his skills and made significant contributions to the advancement of agribusiness and chemical raw materials.
With his extensive industry knowledge and leadership acumen, Rodrigo Gutierrez continues to be a driving force in shaping the future of agribusiness on a global scale.