Yonatan Kay

Experienced leader with 10+ years driving innovation and regulation at the intersection of government and private sectors. Proven ability to manage complex projects in health, technology, national security, tourism, and startups. Deep expertise fostering U.S.-Israel collaboration and navigating innovation and policy landscapes. Bilingual Israeli-American, trained attorney, and certified mediator with strong legislative and regulatory skills. Bringing strategic leadership to policy, technology, partnerships, and operations.

• Led Israel's COVID-19 Green Pass & Green Islands programs, driving economic reopening and domestic tourism to generate billions of NIS.
• Negotiated bilateral MoUs and agreements worth hundreds of millions USD between Israeli companies and U.S. partners (e.g., NJ–Israel Commission).
• Served as Chief of Staff in the government and the non-profit sector, orchestrating public-private collaborations across government, business, and philanthropy.
• Led the negotiation strategy on behalf of my office and party to secure optimal outcomes in the state budget process and secure hundreds of millions of NIS to achieve our goals..
• Devised crisis communication and media strategies that boosted engagement by 20–30%.

Licensed Attorney, Israeli Bar Association

Galei Tzahal, 07/2008-06/2011, Correspondent and  News Editor. Covered the Knesset, sports, and national events; delivered  high-impact stories to millions of listeners. Built a strong network of sources. Adapted quickly to new beats and managed multiple assignments with precision and clarity.