Company About News Events Careers Solutions Audiovisual Solutions Automotive Solutions Products Audiovisual Products Automotive Products Contact Us Order EVK Company About News Events Careers Solutions Audiovisual Solutions Automotive Solutions Products Audiovisual Products Automotive Products Contact Us Order EVK Search Valens Website Search The Valens Identity Valens is the inventor and the world leader in HDBaseT technology and a top provider of semiconductor products for the distribution of ultra-high-definition multimedia content, through a single cable, according to the needs of its target markets: AV, automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics. The Valens History Valens was established in 2006. Already back then, the Valens team believed in pushing the boundaries of wired connectivity, everywhere. Valens is a private company, headquartered in Israel, with offices worldwide. Valens' Founders One vision, six founders: in 2006, Dror Jerushalmi, Eyran Lida, Gaby Gur-Cohen, Massad Eyal, Nadav Banet and Alon Benzaray joined forces to make Valens a reality. They continue at Valens, pushing the boundaries of wired connectivity, everywhere. Valens' Leadership Dror Jerushalmi CEO and Co-Founder Dror Jerushalmi CEO and Co-Founder As CEO and Co-founder of Valens, Dror draws upon more than 20 years of high level international business development and marketing management experience in the semiconductor industry to steer the company on a path of growth and success. Dror defines the company’s market penetration and business strategies, as it establishes its HDBaseT technology as the global standard for digital connectivity. Under his leadership, the company has completed rounds of financing, continues to introduce several families of products, and has reached significant milestones. Dror Heldenberg CFO Dror Heldenberg CFO Dror leads the company's finances, legal and IT. He brings more than 24 years of leadership of financial affairs including corporate financing, M&A transactions as well as vast experience of business management of international companies. Massad Eyal VP of Core Technologies Development & Co-Founder Massad Eyal VP of Core Technologies Development & Co-Founder With 30 years of R&D management, VLSI engineering, and Mixed Signal design experience, Massad heads Valens’ Core Technology Development team, focused on state-of-the-art and advanced ideas for our future products. Massad originally established and managed the company’s R&D department until its 10th anniversary and developed the HDBaseT technology from concept to reality. Eyran Lida CTO & Co-Founder Eyran Lida CTO & Co-Founder Eyran is the lead inventor of HDBaseT technology. A co-founder and the company’s CTO, he is responsible for technology and strategy development and for the company’s patent portfolio. Eyran’s background includes 25 years of communication systems software and hardware architecture development experience, with primary expertise in wireline hardwired DSP modem design. He holds 55 US patents and is the Chair of the HDBaseT Alliance Technical Committee. In this position, Eyran is responsible for the definition and development of new HDBaseT specifications. Micha Risling SVP, Business Development Micha Risling SVP, Business Development Micha leads the company’s business development activities in several verticals, focusing primarily on developing the company’s business ecosystem and strategic opportunities. Micha brings 20 years of expertise in marketing and R&D executive roles in established public and start-up companies as well as vast experience in the global mobile and telecommunications industry. Over his tenure at Valens, Micha has had a major role in establishing the company’s automotive business unit, and its reputation as a leader in the digital connectivity space. Gabi Shriki SVP and Head of AV Business Gabi Shriki SVP and Head of AV Business Gabi manages Valens' Audio Video business, responsible for growing the company’s position in its core markets and developing new sectors. He also leads the Application & Support Group, responsible for enhancing professional and technical customer support. Gabi brings more than 15 years’ experience in senior positions in the wireless mobile connectivity business. Yossi Meyouhas Vice President, R&D Yossi Meyouhas Vice President, R&D Yossi is responsible for Valens’ R&D activities, building on more than 28 years of experience in the electronics-semiconductor industry. Yossi’s expertise covers Ethernet switching, communication controllers and more. Nelly Elkavets VP, Human Resources Nelly Elkavets VP, Human Resources Nelly has led the Human Resources department from the company’s earliest days, overseeing its rapid growth. Nelly has over 15 years of experience as an HR Business Partner and in management, from startups to global corporate companies. Nelly is a strategic partner to the business in identifying human resources needs, developing and implementing human resources processes, and retaining organizational culture. Ariel Sobelman SVP, Corporate Development Ariel Sobelman SVP, Corporate Development Ariel brings to his role as Sr. Vice President of Corporate Development more than 20 years of strategic business development, industry standardization and planning experience. Ariel leads Valens’ strategic partnerships and ventures, as well as collaborations with industry consortia, promoting the company’s technology both in the audiovisual and automotive sectors. Ariel also holds the position of President at the HDBaseT Alliance. Chee W. Kwan VP, Worldwide Sales Chee W. Kwan VP, Worldwide Sales Chee Kwan joined Valens in 2016 to lead the company’s sales efforts. He brings more than 30 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, in leadership sales, executive management, marketing and product positions. Shay Naeh VP, Operations and Head of Program Management Office Shay Naeh VP, Operations and Head of Program Management Office As Vice President for Operations, Shay is responsible for the company’s product manufacturing and engineering, processes and policies geared toward improving overall efficiency, as well as operational excellence. Shay also oversees Valens’ Quality efforts, guaranteeing top performance and adherence to the most stringent quality standards. Shay is also Head of Valens’ Program Management Office, where he is responsible for implementing the company’s vision and strategy throughout our AV and automotive product lines, from concept to market, including program execution, process management, metrics, trouble-shooting, prioritization and more. Daniel Adler VP, Head of Automotive Business Unit Daniel Adler VP, Head of Automotive Business Unit Daniel leads Valens’ Automotive Business Unit, managing all automotive activities and partnerships with OEMs and Tier-1/2s worldwide. Over his tenure at Valens, Daniel spearheaded several opportunities and transactions for the company, both in the automotive and in the audiovisual sectors. Daniel is focused on business development, sales, marketing and product offerings. Dana Zelitzki VP, Marketing Dana Zelitzki VP, Marketing With more than 10 years of experience in the hi-tech industry in various business development, marketing and product management roles, Dana is responsible for the company’s marketing activities. Dana leads the company’s messaging, positioning, go-to-market and general marketing activities, including communications, tradeshows, media, digital marketing and more. Dana has contributed to building the Valens and HDBaseT brands, and establishing the company’s leadership in both the audiovisual and automotive markets. Eran Rippel VP, Product Eran Rippel VP, Product Eran brings more than 25 years of experience in product management and R&D. Eran is responsible for defining Valens’ product roadmap and specifications, working closely with R&D to provide the best solutions to our customers. Under Eran’s leadership, the company has released several new chipsets for both the audiovisual and automotive markets, helping position Valens as a leader in digital connectivity. Valens' Investors Quality and Environmental Excellence Committed to Quality Valens is 100% engaged in a culture of continuous improvement, while cultivating constructive partnerships with suppliers, customers and stakeholders. The Valens Quality Management System is certified and regularly audited according to ISO 9001 requirements. Committed to Automotive Valens follows the guidelines of the IATF 16949 and VDA 6.3 requirements to the extent possible for a fabless company. Our automotive offerings are designed to comply with our customers’ specific requirements and with AEC-Q100 qualification. Valens partners with world-class IATF 16949-certified wafer fabrication and assembly suppliers, and with ISO/IEC 17025-certified laboratories and test houses. Committed to the Environment Valens consistently monitors and strives to minimize the environmental impact of our activities by implementing sustainable business practices across our operations, infrastructure and products, while complying with all laws, regulations, and applicable environmental, health and safety requirements. Valens products are designed to comply with up to date Restrictions of Hazardous Substances (ROHS) and to limit the impact of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) under REACH regulation. Valens has established a Conflict Minerals Sourcing Policy and EICC-based Code of Conduct, and encourages suppliers to establish green, eco-friendly supply chain management processes. The Valens Environmental Management System is certified and regularly audited, according to ISO 14001 requirements. Valens Code of Conduct ISO 14001 certification ISO 9001 certification Conflict Minerals Sourcing Policy Quality and Environmental Policy Valens REACH Certificate of Compliance 197 SVHC Valens ROHS Certificate of Compliance Valens at a Glance Read more The Valens Path Watch now Read Our Story! Read more Search Order EVK Search Follow Valens: Order EVK About About Company Overview Management Founders Investors Quality and Environmental Policy Our Story News & Events News Press Releases Valens in the News Press Kit Events Events Upcoming Events Careers Careers Contact Us Customer Log In AV Solutions Audiovisual Solutions Enterprise Education Digital Signage Residential Industrial AV Products Audiovisual Products Valens’ Stello Family Valens’ Colligo Family VS100 Family VA6000 for Audiovisual Automotive Solutions Automotive Solutions Infotainment & Telematics ADAS EMC-Resilient Solution Automotive Products Automotive Products VA6000 Family VA6080 Family Automotive Technology Licensing Automotive Solutions Automotive Solutions Infotainment & Telematics ADAS EMC-Resilient Solution Automotive Products Automotive Products VA6000 Family VA6080 Family Automotive Technology Licensing Contact Us Privacy Center Customer Log In Subscribe Copyright © 2019 Valens. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy | Terms of Use Top This website stores cookies on your computer to enhance your user experience. To find out more about the cookies we use, see our Privacy Policy. You can choose to disable cookies at any time in your browser settings.Understood × Order EVK Contact Valens Contact Valens HQ Contact Valens Americas Contact Valens Japan Contact Valens EMEA Contact Valens Korea Contact Valens Taiwan Contact Valens China Download Whitepaper Become a Partner - Valens' Partnership Program Download Product Brief Request Product Brief Request Product Brief Request Product Brief Download HDBaseT IP 1-2-3 Download VA 6000 Chipset Download System on Module Search Valens Website