Partner Joins Israeli Venture Firm TLV Partners
Shahar Tzafrir left Israeli venture firm Magma in August after four years as general partner
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Tech entrepreneur and venture capitalist Shahar Tzafrir is joining Tel Aviv-based venture capital firm TLV Partners, the firm announced Tuesday.
Shahar Tzafrir. Photo: PR
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In October, Mr. Tzafrir left Tel Aviv-based venture capital firm Magma Venture Partners after four years as a general partner. At the time, Calcalist reported that he would join TLV, citing sources.
Shahar Tzafrir. Photo: PR
Established in 2015, TLV Partners focuses on early-stage investments. Managing around $115 million in assets, the firm’s portfolio includes Facebook ads analytics startup Oribi Inc., and construction site app developer Buildup Technologies Inc.
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During his time at Magma, Mr. Tzafrir led investments in open source data store ScyllaDB Inc. and cloud-based networking company Teridion Technologies Ltd. In 1997 Mr. Tzafrir founded Federation Inc., sold to Netherland-based cloud platform Cordys in 2002.
"The addition of a partner to a fund is a milestone," TLV Partners said in a statement. "Beyond Shahar's experience as an entrepreneur and investor, it was important to us to choose someone who shares our principles and vision."
