Ishai Barbivay

Vice President Operations @ App Central

About

Hands-on operator with a background that started in the military and continued through leadership roles in startups, enterprises, and NGOs. This path has given me a broad perspective on company culture, how teams really function, and what it takes to lead in different environments. I’ve been part of core teams across product, sales, R&D, marketing, and finance - gaining firsthand experience in how each team works and how to align them toward common goals. With a strong foundation in sales, I understand both the strategic and day-to-day work that drives revenue and growth. I’m a Zell Entrepreneurship Program graduate and a former Deloitte consultant - experiences that sharpened my strategic thinking and exposed me to high-performing companies across industries. I focus on strategic thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and solving complex problems under pressure. Always happy to connect, whether you're building, investing, hiring, or just curious.

Country

City

Israel

Industry

Computer Software

Skill

Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Jupyter, Microsoft Office, Python (Programming Language), Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Business Strategy, Business Analysis, Go-to-Market Strategy, Facebook for Business, Instagram, Operations Management, Storytelling, Financial Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Creative Writing, Canva, Education, Bilingual Communications

Experience

Vice President Operations

App Central

2024-9 - Present · 2 yrs 1 mo

Israel

Chief Executive Officer

Stealth Startup

2023-8 - 2024-9 · 1 yr 2 mos

Israel

Faculty Community Manager

Arison School of Business

2022-10 - 2024-9 · 2 yrs

Herzliyya, Tel Aviv, Israel

Senior R&D Grants Consultant

Deloitte

2023-3 - 2024-3 · 1 yr 1 mo

Israel

As a Senior Consultant at Deloitte, I specialize in providing strategic guidance to cutting-edge technology companies aiming to secure funding through grants and other incentives, enabling them to fuel their growth without diluting ownership through share sales. My expertise lies in navigating the intricate landscape of grants, helping founders optimize their funding strategies and unlock resources.

General Manager at Bricksrone Safe Services LTD.

BRICKSTONE - Private Safe Services

2021-5 - 2023-4 · 2 yrs

Tel Aviv, Israel

• E2E responsibility for the company's daily activities including budget and HR management, digital marketing, sales management, and leading sales reps. • Managing a team of 10+ people in various roles.

Operations Manager

Way2VAT

2022-10 - 2023-3 · 6 mos

Tel Aviv, Israel

• Maximized financial benefits through strategic VAT recovery initiatives tailored to enterprise customers • Coordinated and managed teams of analysts to ensure high-quality service delivery at scale • Oversaw secure transfer of sensitive financial data, maintaining compliance and data integrity • Leveraged advanced AI systems developed in-house to enhance VAT identification and recovery

Social Media Manager

IDF Junior Command Military Academy

2021-9 - 2023-2 · 1 yr 6 mos

Tel Aviv, Israel

• Managing daily social presence on Facebook and Instagram.

Chief Executive Officer

עמותת צו 8

2021-9 - 2022-4 · 8 mos

Israel

• Managing the NGO's daily operations including work with various stakeholders (legal, HR, government). • Leading crowdfunding activities for Miluim soldiers (~100K NIS).

IDF Army Officer Lieutenant

Israel Defense Forces

2015-11 - 2020-11 · 5 yrs 1 mo

Israel

• Vice Company Commander of over 180 Golani combat soldiers. • Platoon Commander of 30 trained snipers, Golani. • First Training Commander, Maglan. • Commando soldier and team leader, Maglan.