Dr. Shmuel Harlap

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About

Dr. Shmuel Harlap is an Israeli Businessman and the Chairman of Colmobil, an Importer and Distributor of Mercedes Benz, Smart, Mitsubishi, Hyundai and King Long Vehicles. The Colmobil Group imports private and commercial vehicles, as well as trucks and buses to Israel. He has invested $10,000 in automotive tech startup Mobileye in 2001 and eventually acquired a 7.2% stake. In 2017, Intel purchased Mobileye for $15.3 billion in cash. Harlap netted $750 million from the deal, pushing him into Israel's billionaire ranks. He is also investing in Israeli startups, particularly in the cybersecurity, nanotechnology, and life sciences industries. Dr. Harlap is a graduate of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (B.A. and M.A in Political Philosophy) and has obtained his Ph.D. (in Political Philosophy) from Harvard University in 1975.

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What is Dr. Shmuel Harlap's most notable exit?
Dr. Shmuel Harlap's most notable exit was Mobileye. He invested $10,000 in 2001, acquired a 7.2% stake, and netted $750 million when Intel purchased Mobileye for $15.3 billion in 2017.
What are Dr. Shmuel Harlap's primary investment sectors?
Dr. Shmuel Harlap primarily invests in cybersecurity, nanotechnology, and life sciences. His portfolio also shows concentration in Automotive & Mobility Technologies.
Can you name some of Dr. Shmuel Harlap's portfolio companies?
According to startupim data, Dr. Shmuel Harlap's portfolio includes Bringg and Nyotron. For a full list, please refer to startupim.
Has Dr. Shmuel Harlap had any other exits besides Mobileye?
Yes, Dr. Shmuel Harlap also had an exit with Nyotron, which was acquired by Acronis in May 2021 for $15.6 million.
What is Dr. Shmuel Harlap's investment range for startups?
Dr. Shmuel Harlap's investment range is between $2 million and $23 million per round.
In which stages does Dr. Shmuel Harlap typically invest?
Dr. Shmuel Harlap has invested across various stages, including Seed, A Round, and B Round.
What is Dr. Shmuel Harlap's professional background outside of investing?
Dr. Shmuel Harlap is an Israeli businessman and the Chairman of Colmobil, an importer and distributor of several automotive brands in Israel, including Mercedes Benz, Mitsubishi, and Hyundai.
When was Dr. Shmuel Harlap's first recorded investment?
Dr. Shmuel Harlap's first recorded investment was in July 2012.