August 5 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am PDT
FreeFrom Military Tech to AI Exit: Co-Founders, Strategy & Growth
Book Now For FreeLiran Hason’s career blends technical innovation with entrepreneurial strategy, resulting in a successful startup exit and valuable lessons for aspiring founders. Having begun his coding journey at age 10, Liran served in one of Israel’s elite military tech units, where he honed his technical and leadership skills. After gaining business experience at Adallom (acquired by Microsoft), he transitioned to venture capital, investing in early-stage companies with Aleph Ventures.
In 2019, Liran co-founded Aporia, a cutting-edge AI observability platform that raised $30M and achieved a successful exit when it was acquired by Coralogix in December 2024.
During this session, Liran will share actionable insights from his journey, focusing on early-stage challenges, the art of fundraising, and the emotional and strategic realities of startup life. Attendees will gain a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to thrive in the startup world, from building strong co-founder relationships to balancing customer-focused problem-solving with investor-focused vision-setting.
This session will feature a mix of recorded insights and off-the-record anecdotes, making it a unique opportunity to learn directly from a founder who has successfully navigated the path from idea to acquisition.
Opening Remarks @ 9:30am PT
Join us for opening remarks with Dina Wagner, Head of Member Success at Founders Network, to get the latest updates from the Network and opportunities for getting involved.
Keynote Speaker @ 9:40am PT
Liran Hason is a tech entrepreneur and leader with expertise spanning military technology, venture capital, and AI innovation. At the core of his success is his ability to combine a deep technical background with a keen business acumen, honed through roles in both startup and investment ecosystems.
Liran’s entrepreneurial journey began in Israel’s military tech unit, where he refined his skills before moving into business at Adallom (acquired by Microsoft) and later in venture capital with Aleph Ventures. In 2019, he co-founded Aporia, a leading AI observability platform, which raised $30M and was successfully acquired by Coralogix in 2024. Known for his work ethic and collaborative mindset, Liran has built companies that solve real-world problems while maintaining a long-term strategic vision. He is now sharing his expertise to inspire the next generation of founders and innovators.
Stage-Based Roundtables @ 10:30am PT
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