CEO Academy
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I’m gonna do this
Lean in and say,
‘I’m gonna do this for myself, my goals, and what I can bring to the world.’
Sheryl Sandberg
What the CEO Academy offers you
  • Step-by-Step Training
    to Become a CEO
    CEO Academy will train & guide you step-by-step as you build the knowledge and skills to unlock your potential
  • Career Coaching &
    Job Opportunities
    We’ll provide personal coaching towards startup placement opportunities, and ensure you are well-prepared for CEO job interviews
  • Expand Your
    Network
    The CEO Academy team, partners, professional committees of experts will become your new network, mentors and endorsers globally
Who Should Apply
  • C-Level Executives
    It’s on your mind for a while and you are Ready for the next stage
  • Founders
    You're a pre-seed founder who wants to be leading her own startup
  • Academy Researchers
    You developed a POC and are ready to spin it off into your own startup
  • Industry Leaders
    Leverage your industry expertise to lead a startup to success
Start Your Journey as a CEO Today
A selected group of 20 women will be accepted to the CEO Academy Impacting the future of the industry and their own
Apply for 2026 Cohort
2025 applications are closed - apply early for the 2026 cohort!
CEO Academy Details
  • Duration
    6 months
  • Schedule
    In-person sessions every two weeks
  • Kickoff Date
    March 2025
  • Cost
    5,500 NIS
Core Principles
  • Feminine Leadership
  • Industry-Led
  • Women at the Table
  • Supportive Alumni Community
Placement Coaching
Curriculum Example Topics
Alumni Program
  • Placement Coaching
    1. Build a Personal Brand - Develop a compelling resume and LinkedIn profile that strategically highlights your leadership achievements.
    2. Identifying Opportunities - In-depth examination of relevant job opportunities in partnership with VCs and leading industry companies.
    3. Interview Preparation - go through intensive workshops and simulated interview scenarios, receiving expert feedback to improve your performance.
    4. Ongoing Support - Benefit from ongoing mentorship and personalized guidance as you navigate the CEO search process, optimizing your strategy and approach to secure your desired CEO position.
  • Curriculum Example Topics
    1. Core CEO Skills – Gain the tools to excel as a CEO, from decision-making to strategic thinking.
    2. Business Growth Expertise – Learn to scale and succeed with topics such as Building Business Strategy, Raising Capital & Working with Investors, and Converting POCs to Commercial Agreements.
    3. Industry Insights – Gain a competitive edge with industry-focused sessions, including Mapping Automotive Industry Needs, Advanced Manufacturing Trends, and the Unique Challenges of the Energy Industry.
    4. Leadership Excellence – Build high-performing teams, foster a thriving company culture, and lead with empathy.
    5. Resilience & Growth – Strengthen your mindset with workshops such as Developing Personal Resilience, Gracefully Dealing with Biases, and Feminine Leadership Retreat.
  • Alumni Program
    1. Keep Growing with the WOMEM Academy Alumni Program Your journey to become a CEO doesn’t stop at graduation. The WOMEM Academy Alumni Program is designed to keep providing you with the tools, insights, and support you need to succeed.
    2. Continuous Learning: Every 4–6 weeks, join a 3-hour session featuring expert-led lectures to expand your knowledge and refine your skills.
    3. Ongoing Support Network: Engage with peers and mentors in a collaborative space where you can seek advice and guidance on your toughest challenges.
    4. Practical Tools for Success: Each session equips you with actionable strategies to stay ahead in your leadership and business growth.
    5. Exclusive Access: Participate for a symbolic fee, keeping the program inclusive and impactful.
CEO Academy
Launch Event
Thank you for attending!
Event Photo Gallery
Meet the Team
- Feel free to reach out to us with any question -
  • Orlie Gruper
    Founder & CEO, Women in Mobility | Partner, Mobilitech Capital | Expert in Mobility & Energy
  • Hadar Weinberger
    CPO, Women in Mobility | AI Product Expert | Smart Mobility Advisor
  • Michal Seror
    Senior Director Key Initiatives, Start-Up Nation Central
  • Roni Elhalal Givon
    Head Of Women In Energy
  • Ela Zomer Cohen
    Business Operations Manager, Women in Mobility
  • Tal Geffen
    Talent Dev & Placement, Women in Mobility | Talent Management & Organizational Development Consultant
WOMEM Partners
Organizations Supporting WOMEM
Professional Committee
The CEO Academy committees in Leadership, Mobility, Energy, Manufacturing & Global Advisory consist of seasoned leaders and industry experts who collaborate to craft a world-class curriculum. They shape the program, teach courses, and mentor participants, ensuring that every aspect of the Academy equips participants to excel as CEOs.
  • Dor Heller Zarbel
    Founder& CEO, DYM
  • Hemdat Sagi
    Managing Director, Konnect- VW Group Innovation hub TLV
  • Jennifer Shwartz
    Excutive Director, EcoMotion
  • Lior Zeno
    X-Global Tech Alliance, Zeekr Tech EU
  • Efrat Barit
    Operations Manager, Ford Research Center, Israel
  • Omer David Keilaf
    Founder& CEO, Innoviz
  • Rola Bisharat
    CEO, KIMA
  • Lea Tarshish
    CEO, Turnovate
  • Aharon Aharon
    X- CEO IIA, VP Apple
  • Merav Grossman
    CEO, Advanced Manufacturing Institute
  • Ronit Eshel
    Senior Director, Head of Climate-Tech and Innovation in Mature companies, IIA
  • Yarden Michailovici Cohen
    CEO, Tadbik Advanced Technologies
  • Adi Ofek
    CEO, Mercedes-Benz R&D TLV
  • Dana Burger
    X-Country Lead & Director of Sales ,Waze
  • Yaron Flint
    Innovation & 1.4 Expert
  • Dr. Tamara Baksht
    CEO & Co-Founder, VisiC
  • Hilla Ovil Brenner
    Co-Founder & CEO Yazamiyot
  • Sophie Melnik Amitay
    Global CMO & Co-Founder, G-CMO
  • Avital Carmon
    Leadership Coach
  • Maya Ben Dror, PhD.
    Chairperson, Women in Mobility
  • Raya Volinsky
    Global Director, Microsoft | Startup Mentor
  • Smadar David
    CEO & Co-Founder, Vanti
  • Stephanie Reimann
    Head of Innovation as a Service, Volkswagen Group
  • Bracha Halaf
    Co-Founder, Gravity Climate Fund | Former Chief Scientist at the Ministry of Energy
  • Dr. Noa Rimini
    Founder & CEO, Grid4C
  • Eshel Lipman
    Venture Partner, Extantia
  • Gili Haizler
    Managing Director, Head of Global Innovation and Investments, Israel Electric Corporation
  • Hagit Genish Gil
    Group Head of ESG, Bazan
  • Tal Shavit
    Leadership Coach, Facilitator & Org consultant | Ex-Mckinsey
  • Yael Harman
    R&D manager, Chief Scientist Office, Ministry of Energy
  • Chris Thomas
    Co-Founder & Partner, Assembly Ventures
Start Your Journey Today!
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