about toka

Gilat, Chief Financial Officer of Toka since 2021, brings over 20 years of senior financial management experience across the tech and start-up sectors. Before joining Toka, she served as CFO at Made Finance, providing financial leadership to numerous start-ups for 5.5 years. Previously, she was the CFO of Exent Technologies, a gaming start-up, and a Manager at Deloitte, where she worked with private and public tech companies. Gilat holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Economics and an MBA, both from Tel Aviv University. She has extensive expertise in equity and debt financing, M&As, strategic planning, financial management, and leadership.

Galit is an experienced business and operations manager with over 20 years of expertise specializing in strategic partnerships and business development. With a strong focus on results, she identifies growth opportunities that drive organizational success. Before joining Toka, Galit served as a Partner Manager at Cisco, where she built key relationships and advanced strategic initiatives. Prior to this role, she worked as an R&D Engineer at Cisco, leveraging her technical expertise to support business objectives. Galit holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Mathematics from Bar Ilan University

Moty Zaltsman holds a Bachelor's degree in Communication Systems Engineering from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev. He has worked in several Israeli startups before moving into technology and leadership roles at the Israeli Prime Minister's Office. With expertise in both defensive and offensive intelligence technologies, he holds multiple US patents. A seasoned manager with a passion for innovation and problem-solving, Moty thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

Tamir is an experienced sales leader with a strong background in digital forensics and sales strategy. With extensive expertise in technical field operations, he has held key leadership roles, including Team Manager and Director, at a leading digital forensics company. Tamir holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering and brings a tech-savvy approach to driving success in his field.

Evan is a seasoned international cyber security executive, previously held the role of General Manager, North America for dark web intelligence firm Searchlight Cyber, Chief Revenue Officer at the secure communications & data management firm HighSide, co-founded, led and exited the cyber security & threat intelligence firm ZeroFox (NASDAQ: ZFOX), and ran Accuvant’s (now Optiv's) global partner solutions division. An experienced global speaker, Evan has presented at conferences including the RSA Conference, Digital Copenhagen, McAfee FOCUS, SINET and has been featured by the New York Times, The Atlantic, Forbes and other major publications. He has been a fixture on Capitol Hill, working to advance legislation and funding for Active Duty military and Veterans cyber protection as well as advanced fraud and cyber protections for the American taxpayer. Blending his cybersecurity expertise with a background in international economics, Mr. Blair helps organizations develop and launch mission based cyber initiatives addressing both operator and geo-political challenges.

Igor is a cybersecurity expert with over ten years of experience in software engineering, research, and management. Previously he worked as Cyber Security R&D Manager at the Cyber R&D Division of the IDF elite technological unit, leading top-notch teams, and as Director of Engineering at KayHut, leading a division of 3 cyber-security groups. Igor holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Computer Sciences from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

Racheli has over 20 years of experience in HR focusing on creating, developing, and managing HR strategy and programs that support the company’s vision.She loves working with amazing people and making dreams come true! Prior to joining Toka, Racheli held several management positions, with companies including Kayhut, Grey Israel and Gilat Sattelite Networks. Racheli holds bachelor’s degrees in Economics and Management from Tel Aviv University.

Kfir Waldman is the former CEO of Kayhut, a cyber company, and was also the co-founder and CEO of Go Arc, a mobile startup. Formerly, Waldman was director of engineering at Cisco, as well as a member of Cisco’s Israel Board of Directors. Waldman received a master’s of business administration from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and a bachelor’s degree in computer science and economics from Tel Aviv University.

Prof. Jacob A. Frenkel is Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Group of Thirty (G-30) and Chairman of the Board of Governors of Tel Aviv University.  Previously he was Chairman of JPMorgan Chase International (2009-2020), Chairman and CEO of the G30 (2000-2011), Vice Chairman of American International Group (2004-2009), Chairman of Merrill Lynch International (2000-2004), Governor of the Bank of Israel (1991-2000), Economic Counselor and Director of Research at the IMF (1987-1991) and the David Rockefeller Professor of International Economics at the University of Chicago (1973-1987). Prof. Frenkel is a Laureate of the 2002 Israel Prize in Economics.

Peter H. Schuck is the Simeon E. Baldwin Professor Emeritus of Law at Yale University. Now Emeritus, he has held this chair since 1984, and also served as Deputy Dean of the Law School. Prior to joining the Yale faculty in 1979, he was Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation in the U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, Director of the Washington Office of Consumers Union, and consultant to the Center for Study of Responsive Law.

Barak is the former Prime Minister of Israel and Minister of Defense. He has held other senior ministerial positions, including Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of the Interior, and Minister of Foreign Affairs. Before entering politics, Barak had a long and distinguished career in the military, spanning senior positions in special forces, armored, intelligence, and general staff positions. His military service culminated in being appointed Lieutenant General and Chief of the IDF General Staff. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Physics and Mathematics from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem, and a Master’s degree in Engineering-Economic Systems from Stanford University.