Hive Team
Hive
Team
At Hive, our team combines expertise in data science, natural language processing, artificial intelligence, and behavioral analysis to unlock the complex dynamics of diverse audiences. Each team member brings unique skills – from advanced analytics to creative strategy – enabling us to deliver precise insights and powerful communication tools. Together, we empower our clients to drive meaningful change with strategic narratives and effective tools.
Danielle Israel
Founder and CEO of Hive. Previously served as VP of Research & Consulting at Kayma Labs, where she focused on improving public policy for government entities using evidence-based behavioral approaches.
Before that, she founded Act.IL, a community-driven initiative for public diplomacy, and XPOZ, an AI-powered cybersecurity platform designed to detect and counter disinformation.
Holds a master's degree in cognitive science and neuroscience with a specialization in rationality research from the Hebrew University and a bachelor's degree in government, diplomacy, and strategy with a focus on political psychology from Reichman University.
Noam Kost
Brings extensive experience in product management, data analysis, and economic consulting across the finance sector, high-tech industry, and public sector.
Currently leads product management at Hive.
Holds a master’s degree in financial economics and a bachelor’s degree in philosophy, economics, and political science (PPE), both from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Coral Gabay
Comes with a background in behavioral research and project management, with experience in product management in the education sector and public domain.
Leads Hive Behavioral - Hive’s survey product.
A PhD candidate in philosophy at Tel Aviv University. Holds a master's degree in neuroscience with highest honors and a dual bachelor's degree in psychology and biology, specializing in neuroscience – both from Tel Aviv University.
Dr. Ofer Weintraub
Background in machine learning, specializing in natural language processing (NLP). Led large-scale projects, including a content recommendation system and an automated video content generation system for financial data.
At Hive, responsible for implementing AI-driven tools for data analysis and behavior prediction.
Holds a PhD from the Weizmann Institute of Science in mathematical methods for signal processing in nuclear magnetic resonance and a master's degree in a combined program of physics, mathematics, and chemistry from Tel Aviv University.
Malak Masalha
Brings a background in partnership management and business development in the public and social sectors, with experience leading programs that promote employment and workforce integration.
Currently leads business partnerships at Hive.
Holds a bachelor's degree in psychology and communication from Tel Aviv University and a master's degree in gender studies from Bar-Ilan University.
Tal Gilon
Comes with experience as an analyst in various roles within the defense sector and public service, specializing in economic research and decision-making analysis.
Leads the methodological domain at Hive.
Holds a master’s degree in research economics with highest honors, specializing in rationality studies, and a bachelor's degree in philosophy, economics, and political science (PPE), also with highest honors – both from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Sharon Rosenblum
Experienced in accounting and financial management across public companies, venture capital funds, startups, and nonprofit organizations.
Leads the financial management domain at Hive.
Holds a bachelor's degree in business administration and accounting and is a certified public accountant (CPA).
Michael MarCus
Experienced in developing advanced solutions in natural language processing (NLP) and backend software engineering. Responsible for engineering and data science at Hive.
Holds both a bachelor's and a master's degree in computer science with a specialization in data science from Ecole Centrale d'Electronique, Paris.
Dr. Max Overbeck
A quantitative social scientist with expertise in survey research, computational text analysis, and statistical modeling. Previously served as a postdoctoral researcher at the Hebrew University in an ERC-funded project focused on political psychology and big data media analysis.
At Hive, responsible for developing algorithmic strategies that integrate behavioral analysis, social media insights, and geographic data.
Holds a PhD in Political Science from the University of Stuttgart (2019), along with dual BA/MA degrees from the University of Stuttgart and Sciences Po Bordeaux.
Dr. Josef van Wijk
Specializes in data analysis within the fintech and marketing sectors, with advanced expertise in machine learning and data analytics.
At Hive, leverages these skills to identify behavioral patterns in social networks using artificial intelligence.
Holds a PhD in decision-making under regulatory uncertainty, a master’s degree in conflict resolution, and a bachelor’s degree in linguistics – all from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Dr. Tirza Willner
Specializes in employment policy, psychometrics, survey research, and RCT methodologies (randomized controlled trials). Brings experience in quantitative research, focus groups, and interviews on topics such as diversity in high-tech, gender wage gaps, and employment policy.
At Hive, leads quantitative behavioral research.
Holds a PhD in occupational-organizational behavior and a master's degree in conflict resolution and social psychology, as well as a bachelor's degree in psychology and art history – all from the Hebrew University.
Itamar Mushkin
An experienced researcher and data scientist with a background across various industries, specializing in analyzing shifts in voting trends between election cycles.
At Hive, he is responsible for researching election data.
Holds both a bachelor's and a master's degree in physics from the Hebrew University.
Noa Shen Drutin
Specializes in decision-making analysis and the impact of cognitive biases and psychological tools on behavior. Experienced in data analysis and statistical modeling as a data analyst and teaches statistics and research methods.
At Hive, leads quantitative behavioral research.
Holds a master's degree with honors in cognitive psychology, specializing in computational psychology, and a bachelor's degree in psychology and economics – both from Tel Aviv University.
Itamar Langer
A backend developer with experience in data engineering, specializing in building scalable and optimized data infrastructures for complex systems.
At Hive, responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining backend infrastructures that support data processing, analysis, and retrieval.
Holds a bachelor's degree in PPE (philosophy, economics, and political science) from Tel Aviv University.
Hadas Greengrass
Brings experience in talent acquisition for startups and customer experience, alongside a background in clinical psychology research and practice.
At Hive, responsible for developing internal workflows, overseeing office operations, and enhancing employee well-being.
Holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from Reichman University and a master's degree in clinical psychology from the College of Management.
Yazed Nujedat
Brings extensive experience in managing and leading field projects. Previously served as CEO of the Student Union and Chair of the Executive Board at Bar-Ilan University.
At Hive, leads various processes and projects focused on bridging Hive’s tools and capabilities with on-the-ground initiatives.
A dual-major undergraduate student in political science and Middle Eastern studies at Bar-Ilan University, with deep knowledge of social and political issues.
Jack Matanky
Experienced in data analysis, editing, and fundraising for nonprofit organizations. Previously worked as a people analyst in the human resources field.
At Hive, supports teams in data discovery, organization, and analysis.
Holds a bachelor's degree in philosophy, Jewish studies, and humanities from the Shalem Academic Center. Currently studying statistics and economics at the Hebrew University.
Naomi Waldman
Experienced in client management and project leadership, with a background in product development in the agritech sector. Currently leading Customer Success at HIVE, ensuring product solutions meet client needs.
Holds an M.Sc. in Agriculture from Ben-Gurion University and a B.Sc. in Life and Environmental Sciences from the Hebrew University.