Unicorn HiBob awards stock options to reservist employees who served in the war
Unicorn HiBob awards stock options to reservist employees who served in the war
The HR tech firm granted 1,800 stock options to 47 employees who served over 30 days in reserve duty.
The war put many high-tech companies in a difficult position, with many employees absent from work for extended periods. Unicorn HiBob has decided to show its appreciation to those employees, granting 1,800 options to every employee who served more than 30 days of IDF reserve duty during the Swords of Iron War. In total, the company distributed options to 47 employees. The longest period of service was by an employee from the development department, who served 265 days in reserve duty.
Ronni Zehavi, co-founder and CEO of HiBob, said at an event in which he announced the grant: “Military service, and especially reserve duty, is not only a duty but also a privilege, an honor, and a cornerstone of Israel’s strength—particularly in times of war. Our employees and all the reserve soldiers who reported for duty without hesitation embody the values of responsibility, leadership, and mutual support—values that also guide them in their daily work. We are proud of them, support them, and recognize that without them, not only would national security be at risk, but also the social and economic resilience of the country and our society.”
Zehavi added, “My appreciation, and that of the company’s management, extends not only to those who served but also to those who covered for them and, no less, to the family members who bear the heavy burden of their absence. As a father of two children currently serving in the IDF—both of whom were on the frontlines of the war—I understand how complex this situation is. I know the sleepless nights filled with worry, the way every sudden noise makes you jump, and the anxiety that comes with every knock on the door. I believe that those who give to the community receive back sevenfold.”
HiBob was founded in 2015 by Zehavi (CEO) and Israel David. The company has developed a digital employee management platform that now serves over a million users worldwide. HiBob employs approximately 1,200 people, half of whom are based in Israel. In addition to Israel, the company has offices in Australia, the U.S., and several European capitals. To date, it has raised $570 million across five funding rounds, with its latest valuation estimated at approximately $3 billion.
