8200's Hidden Network! ft. Chen Shmilo from 8200 Alumni Association

8200 isn’t just a unit; it’s Israel’s tech engine—and a global force

Yoel Israel sits down with Chen Shmilo, CEO of the 8200 Alumni Association, to uncover how Unit 8200 alumni are shaping Israel’s tech ecosystem and driving innovation across the globe.

A visionary builder, CEO of the 8200 Alumni Association, and Fulbright alumnus. With over half a decade of experience driving innovation and empowering startups, Chen shares how Israel’s most elite tech unit, 8200, shapes the country’s tech ecosystem and beyond.

From helping underrepresented entrepreneurs to breaking into new industries beyond cyber, Chen shares how the association is building a stronger, more diverse Startup Nation—and what’s next for Israeli tech.

👀 Highlights include:
✅ How 8200 alumni are leading the charge in tech.
✅ The challenges of life after the military.
✅ What it takes to create real change in Israel's startup scene.

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