Gadi Arieli (66). Ariely has extensive experience in managing complex and international systems, working with government ministries and international entities. He has excellent familiarity with the industrial sectors and the innovation community in Israel. In the past, he served as CEO of the Israeli Institute for International Export and Collaboration, which operates under the Ministry of Economy and Industry, and even served as CEO of the Likud party.

Gadi has represented the Israeli industry and innovation vis-à-vis international institutions, economic and diplomatic organizations, while promoting the industry and the economy of the State of Israel. He has created collaborations with parallel entities both in Israel and abroad, and has supervised and managed business events, exhibitions, conferences, and state delegations.

Gadi holds a bachelor's degree in engineering and design in technology with a specialization in textile engineering from the Shenkar Academy. He is a father of three and lives in Hadera.