GAIA PARTNERS

About the Company

GAIA Partners, part of Margalit Startup City, JVP, and the MIGAL Research Institute, is an innovation hub based in Kiryat Shmona.

As the executive arm of the Israel Innovation Authority in the Eastern Galilee, GAIA serves as a knowledge center driving the development of a thriving technological ecosystem. It fosters local entrepreneurship and promotes cutting-edge innovation in areas such as AI for Climate, Agri-FoodTech, energy, sustainability, and more.

Founded before October 7th, GAIA continues to grow despite the region’s security challenges, strengthening its position as a resilient leader in Israel’s northern innovation landscape.

Main Activities

Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Supporting young entrepreneurs through professional training, mentorship programs, and startup incubators.

Climate and Sustainability Innovation
Developing technological solutions for climate challenges, advancing smart agriculture, and investing in sustainable startups.

Ecosystem Development
Building professional networks, fostering collaborations with academia and industry, and hosting major innovation conferences.

Regional Development
Partnering with local authorities, educational institutions, and social organizations to strengthen and empower local communities.

The GAIA Investors Roundtable
GAIA’s flagship platform that connects leading investors with breakthrough startups from the Galilee.
Following the success of its first event, the Roundtable Series marks a major step in accelerating regional innovation and revitalizing the northern economy.
Together with our strategic partners, we are cultivating a thriving ecosystem — one investment at a time.