Analyst, Viola Ventures
Asaf joined Viola Ventures in 2023 as an analyst, bringing a dynamic mix of experience across finance, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
STUDY HIGHLIGHTS
- Before joining Viola, Asaf worked in the algorithmic trading room of a hedge fund, where he earned his FINRA Series 57 certification as a securities trader representative. In this role, he gained expertise across various asset classes, including securities, commodities, and derivatives.
- Prior to his financial career, Asaf served as an officer (Captain in reserves) in a special forces combat unit of the Israel Air Forces (IAF), exemplifying his leadership and resilience.
- Asaf also co-founded Tiki, a fashion brand dedicated to supporting young cancer patients. Together with his partners, Tiki donated over a quarter of a million NIS to support patients aged 18–35, combining creativity with a meaningful cause.
- He holds a BA in Accounting and Business Administration from Reichman University and was recognized for personal excellence with an award from the ‘Big 4’ (Deloitte, EY, KPMG, and PwC).
THINGS YOU MIGHT NOT KNOW ABOUT ASAF
- Asaf is an avid sports enthusiast who enjoys long-distance running and loves spending winter days snowboarding with friends on the slopes.
- He is a people person through and through, truly believing that everything in life starts and ends with people. His philosophy is simple yet powerful: “What you think, you become; what you feel, you attract; and what you imagine, you create.”
